Washington residents can review and comment on draft documents that detail proposed actions for limiting and preparing for the impacts of climate change in our state.

The three draft documents are posted at http//:www.ecy.wa.gov/climatechange/public_comments_dec2007.htm. The documents are a “Comprehensive Climate Approach for Washington” offered by the state’s Climate Advisory Team; “Preparing for the Impacts of Climate Change in Washington” from the state’s Preparation/Adaptation Working Groups; and a citizen engagement plan created with help from stakeholders throughout Washington.

Comments will be accepted for a three-week period that closes 5 p.m. Jan. 22. The public is encouraged to submit comments online. Comments also may be mailed to Department of Ecology, Attn: Climate Comments, PO Box 47600, Olympia, WA 98504-7600. Comments will be summarized and posted online. Climate Advisory Team members will review the comments as they prepare final recommendations for their Executive Order report. The  final report will be presented to Gov. Gregoire by Feb. 7, 2008.