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@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialGov. Ferguson selected 99 communities for the federal Opportunity Zones 2.0 program, which aims to attract private investment to economically distressed communities.
This was a collaborative effort to identify areas with opportunities for investment and growth.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialCommerce's Small Business Resiliency Network leads the way on community-led business support. SBRN’s Inclusive Structure Leadership recently gathered to align priorities around what partners and businesses need. We’re grateful to our partners shaping this work alongside our leadership and staff.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialWe've announced $2.4 million in grants to innovative projects that take industrial waste and materials that would otherwise be discarded and transform them into a resource for another industry.
The result? Less waste, new products, and stronger local economies.♻️
@wastatecommerce.bsky.social@governorferguson.bsky.social signed an executive order creating the Governor’s Space Council, bringing together leaders from industry, higher education, labor and more to help strengthen Washington’s position in the rapidly growing space economy.
See the full story: youtu.be/UZ8JeGNts3M?...
@wastatecommerce.bsky.social“I never dreamed of the help I received from this wonderful program!” Karen said. “I feel like I have a brand new home. I don’t have to worry anymore.”
Weatherization can lower energy use while improving the health, safety and comfort of a home.
Read Karen’s full story below!
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialBetween Commerce’s Weatherization Plus Heath program, and with other funding sources, over $23,000 was contributed to make Karen’s home safer, more energy efficient and much more comfortable.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialFor several weeks, Karen Schumacher had no hot water in her Vancouver mobile home. Then she learned about the Clark County Weatherization Program.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialCommerce is hiring a Reentry Systems Policy & Legislative Strategist within the Community Services Division.
This position supports the Statewide Reentry Council in improving outcomes for those leaving incarceration.
💲Salary: $71,136 - $95,676
📅Closes: Monday, Oct. 12
Learn more: heyor.ca/3EK60Q
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialTo kick off Seattle Space Week, Commerce joined the Pacific Northwest space community for the Space Northwest Symposium, where
@governorferguson.bsky.social signed an executive order, creating Washington's new Space Council.
Learn more: governor.wa.gov/news/2026/go...
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialThe State Broadband Office announced it finalized agreements with seven awardees under the federal Broadband Equity, Access, and Deployment Program. These agreements enable construction to connect thousands of unserved and underserved locations across the state.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialCommerce is honored to walk alongside Tribal Nations in advancing shared priorities, fostering trust, and supporting the wellbeing of communities across Washington.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialThroughout the week, tribal leaders and state agencies engaged in meaningful conversations to address the ongoing opioid and fentanyl public health crisis, strengthen partnerships, and advance collaborative solutions.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialCommerce’s Office of Tribal Relations recently joined Tribal and state leaders at the Annual American Indian Health Commission Tribal-State Health Summit, hosted by the Squaxin Island Tribe at Little Creek Casino Resort.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialNext stop: Everett. ✈️
We’re a week away from the third FlightPath event, which brings together aerospace industry, academia, and public-sector leaders to explore the opportunity ahead for WA’s aerospace industry.
Stay tuned for updates!
🎥 Watch highlights from Moses Lake: youtu.be/CNDaKxpmBJg
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialMore than 80% of project costs were supported by state and federal grants and tax credits, including Washington’s Clean Energy Fund, administered by Commerce. 📷: Krysta Rasmussen, Snohomish PUD
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialThe El Sol al Alcance de tus Manos (“The sun at your fingertips”) community solar project shows how clean energy investments can create benefits that go beyond renewable power. The 400-kilowatt solar array, in the City of Everett, can generate enough electricity to power about 30 homes each year.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialParticipants shared priorities and practical solutions for building climate resilience, reducing waste and supporting sustainable communities. Their feedback will help inform future state climate planning!
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialMore than 40 community members gathered at Finnriver Farm & Cidery in Chimacum for a Community Climate Action Listening Session with the Washington departments of Commerce, Ecology and Natural Resources, along with local climate action leaders.
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialWe’re accepting applications for the Capital Project Capacity-Building Grant Program to help eligible organizations strengthen capacity and support steps in an early-stage capital project.
Applications are due Oct. 30.
Get full details: www.commerce.wa.gov/funding/capi...
@wastatecommerce.bsky.socialAt Family Promise of Spokane, that work is focused on helping families experiencing homelessness find stability and a path to a permanent home.
