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business backgrounder | regulatory Printing Packaging Mailing Signage Corporate Identity “Some of Tree Top’s facilities receive as much as 98 percent of their electricity from renewable sources.” — Chris Cary, civil and environmental engineer, Tree Top, Inc. Contact Jenilee Antone at 253.255.7529 or [email protected] Tree Top is no different. “Washington state’s electrical providers are already among the highest in the nation, and the world, in providing low-carbon power through hydroelectric, wind, and solar. Some of Tree Top’s facilities receive as much as 98 percent of their electricity from renewable sources,” Cary said. These are just some of the many examples of environmental stewardship by Washington employers, Houskeeper said. “Washington’s strength lies in its ability to innovate and the shared value of clean air, water and land,” Houskeeper said. “It’s no secret Washington’s employers have played a key role in making the state the cleanest and greenest place to live, work and raise a family.” Nevertheless, the clash of two very different viewpoints will collide and, no doubt, create confusion among voters this November when they are asked to approve or reject I-732, a policy that could put a costly hit on Washington’s economy. “The carbon tax would create a competitive disadvantage by adding fuel and operating costs that are not shared by competitors in other states, or competitors internationally.” NoOn732.com 42 association of washington business — Chris Cary, civil and environmental engineer, Tree Top, Inc.