The bill aims to promote sustainable technology and resilience by allowing local governments in Washington to waive utility connection charges for organizations engaged in industrial symbiosis. This practice involves the collaborative exchange of materials, energy, water, and byproducts among businesses to optimize resource use and reduce environmental impacts. The legislation recognizes the importance of combining technological innovations with efforts to combat climate change and environmental degradation, thereby encouraging the development of sustainable practices that benefit both the environment and the economy.

To implement this, the bill amends existing laws, specifically RCW 35.92.385 and RCW 35.92.380, to include provisions for waiving connection charges for properties utilized for industrial symbiosis. It defines "industrial symbiosis" and expands the eligibility for waivers to include both public and private organizations. Additionally, it stipulates that any waived connection charges must be funded through general funds or other revenue sources, and outlines the conditions under which these waivers would no longer apply.

Statutes affected:
Original Bill: 35.92.385, 84.36.043
Substitute Bill: 35.92.385, 84.36.043
Bill as passed Legislature: 35.92.385, 84.36.043
Session law: 35.92.385, 84.36.043