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Bellingham Waterfront cleanup tour: I & J Waterway
Saturday, February 23rd2:00 - 3:30 PM
Ecology and Port staff Q&A: 3:30 - 4:00 PM
29 Bellweather Way, Bellingham (map)
Details and RSVP
RE Sources for Sustainable Communities will lead a public tour of the I & J Waterway site, which has contaminated sediments from nearby industrial activity like a lumber mill and rock-crushing plant. Staff from the Department of Ecology, Bornstein Seafoods, and the Port of Bellingham will be present to answer questions and encourage public comments on the cleanup plan released by Ecology. .
29 Bellweather Way, Bellingham (map)
Details and RSVP
This is your chance to learn about — and give input on the future of — a cleanup site along Bellingham Bay, after its 100+ year legacy of industry left toxic contaminants in the sediments.
Cleanup site information and comment portal on Ecology's website.
For more info, see the Facebook event or contact Eleanor Hines at eleanorh@re-sources.org.
For more info, see the Facebook event or contact Eleanor Hines at eleanorh@re-sources.org.
Training: Cigarette butts and plastic pollution
5:30 - 7:00 PM
Clean Energy + Clean Water Activist Meetings
The International Coastal Cleanup recorded 1.8 million cigarette butts collected for their annual global cleanup event in 2018, making them the single most littered item. Join us for a training on how to tackle an unexpected contributor to the global plastic pollution crisis.
We will identify and target spots with high concentrations of cigarette butts, host further cleanups, and move towards localized disposal solutions at each place. RSVP to Beau Seydel.
Clean Energy + Clean Water Activist Meetings
Fourth Wednesday of every month (except holidays)
6:30 - 8:30 PMOur monthly Clean Energy Activist Meetings are a great place for community activists to come together and get the latest on local actions to resist fossil fuel exports and promote the transition to renewable energy.
Bellingham Green Drinks
5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Location varies, visit our Green Drinks page or Bellingham Green Drinks on Facebook for monthly updates
Green Drinks takes place on the first Wednesday of every month at varying locations in Bellingham. Attended by 100+ conscientious locals, the networking event is a forum for people interested in environmental issues to gather to drink, talk and network.
RSVP on Facebook to get the latest updates on next month's location. For more information about hosting or sponsoring Green Drinks, email greendrinks@re-sources.org or call 360-733-8307.
In Washington, pollution permits are issued under the National Pollution Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) and regulated by the state Department of Ecology. When permits come up for review, citizens can participate in the public process and comment on the details of the permit, calling for stronger environmental regulations where necessary.
Host a Workshop or Event
Contact Polly Carpenter at pollyc@re-sources.org or 360-733-8307 for rental rates and information.Location and Directions
Sustainable Living Center
RE Sources for Sustainable Communities
2309 Meridian Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
The Sustainable Living Center is located just above The RE Store, on the NW corner of Broadway and Meridian in the Fountain District. You'll find a bike rack in the alley off Broadway and the stairs behind the RE Store.
RE Sources for Sustainable Communities
2309 Meridian Street
Bellingham, WA 98225
The Sustainable Living Center is located just above The RE Store, on the NW corner of Broadway and Meridian in the Fountain District. You'll find a bike rack in the alley off Broadway and the stairs behind the RE Store.