A crucial aspect of reducing our ecological footprint during the holidays is minimizing food waste. Food waste in landfills contributes to greenhouse gas emissions and exacerbates climate change. On average, Washington state generates 400,000 tons of edible food waste—with over 35,000 tons coming from Clark County alone. By being mindful of our foo...
As the leaves start to change and the cold air creeps into our bones, sometimes new questions come up about the world around us. Why do the seasons change? Where does the wind come from? And one of the greatest contemplations of all time... why do the leaves change colors? To answer that, let's start at the beginning. There are two categories...
With Halloween just around the corner, we can spend some time getting creative and sustainable! There are so many unique ways we can conserve our resources and reduce waste while celebrating this season. Costumes Let's start with the biggest ticket item, your Halloween costume! According to the Center for Biological Diversity, Americans...
Clark County green teams are stirring interest and conversation around climate action. On Sept. 6, 2023, Hockinson School District welcomed Gov. Jay Inslee to showcase their actions toward sustainability, as part of his search for innovative climate action implemented by schools. Inslee told ESD 112 he plans to share what he learns with ...
I am thrilled to join this cohort of Clark County AmeriCorps members as the Green Schools Outreach Coordinator – my first position out of college! I graduated in May 2023, honoring my path to obtain a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science as a first-generation college student. During my time at Washington State University Vancouver, I worked...
