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Several individuals wearing safety vests stand in shallow water near a shoreline, working among a series of stakes and ropes arranged in a grid pattern. Some of the individuals carry tools or equipment, and vegetation is visible around parts of the marked area. The water extends across the image toward an opposite bank lined with trees and shrubs. Behind the far shoreline are large industrial buildings, including white structures and a tall rust‑colored building. The sky is partly cloudy with soft blue tone

Maritime Habitat Initiatives

Building Sustainable ShorelinesOur region's aquatic environment, especially salmon habitat, is one of the Northwest's greatest resources. Around Puget Sound, several wild salmon runs have been protected under the Federal Endangere...

Group of people planting young trees in a cleared outdoor area with shovels and buckets, surrounded by tall trees and fencing, while an airplane passes overhead in the sky.

Land Stewardship

In July 2023, the Port adopted Land Stewardship Principles across Port programs and for all land uses. These Principles establish value statements and guidance for decision-making when it comes to land management. In turn, the Por...

Illustration of a floating shoreline restoration planter set in a marina. The background shows moored boats, trees, and a walkway. The planter contains tall grasses, cattails, and shrubs held behind a wire-mesh frame. Logs form the planter base at the waterline. Below the surface, plant roots extend into the water, where silhouettes of fish swim. Birds fly above the scene.

Floating Wetland Demonstration Project

Demonstration Project StatementIn 2018, the University of Washington, King County, and the Port began working together to test the feasibility and potential environmental benefits of floating wetland platforms located in critical ...

Ocean Acidification Action Plan

In 2020, the Port of Seattle was the first port in the world to join the International Alliance to Combat Ocean Acidification (OA Alliance). In doing so, the Port formally recognized the many ways in which ocean acidification (OA)...

Two orcas off the San Juan Islands with Mt Baker in the background.

Protect the Orcas

The Orcas are back! The Southern Resident Killer Whales returned to Puget Sound with new babies in the pod. We all need to do our part to protect the Orcas while they are here. Underwater noise poses a challenge for orcas, a...

Salmon-Safe plaque, a fish that states Port of Seattle certification in 2019.

Airport and Maritime Salmon-Safe Certification

SEA Airport and Maritime parks and public spaces hold prestigious Salmon-Safe certifications. Salmon-Safe is one of the nation's leading ecolabels, implementing, and recognizing practices that protect water quality, maintain water...

Shoreline of Duwamish River People's Park and Shoreline Habitat along the Duwamish River.

Habitat and Natural Resources

The Port of Seattle is committed to responsibly stewarding public resources and the environment. The Port's Century Agenda outlines strategic objectives to become the greenest and most energy-efficient port in North America. One o...

Duwamish Valley program staff and PCAT members

Duwamish Valley Community Equity Program

Program Updates - Spring 2026Thank you to community members and organizations who participated in the process to co-create the Duwamish Valley Community Equity Program Strategic Plan over the past eight months. The strategic plan ...

Alaska Airline flight leaves SEA Airport

Flight Corridor Management Program

The Port of Seattle maintains clear and safe flight corridors for aircraft takeoffs and landings. This ongoing program identifies and removes obstructions, like trees, in accordance with FAA regulations. The Port is committed to p...

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