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Welcome to May from Clark County Green Business!

Welcome to May from Clark County Green Business!

August 2024 ‍

Hello Visitor, 

 

We are thrilled to declare Earth Month a resounding success! Witnessing the remarkable efforts of our Certified Green Businesses throughout the month was truly inspiring.


We are equally delighted to announce the winners of the 2024 Green Business Awards! These exceptional businesses have exemplified unwavering dedication to sustainability, impactful community involvement and the ability to set and exceed ambitious goals.

‍Small Green Business of the Year: Kindred Homestead Supply


Kindred Homestead Supply shines as Vancouver's sustainability hub, offering eco-friendly goods and community connections. Their thoughtfully curated products and workshops empower everyone to embrace a greener lifestyle.

Large Green Business of the Year: Jacobs


Jacobs leads Vancouver's wastewater solutions, championing environmental stewardship and community engagement. With innovative engineering and operational prowess, they provide award-winning utility services, prioritizing both compliance and well-being. Through waste reduction, energy conservation and outreach like educational tours, Jacobs sets the sustainability standard.

Green Non-profit of the Year: Columbia Springs


Columbia Springs, a Vancouver-based nonprofit, offers a sprawling 100-acre natural site serving as an outdoor classroom. Through diverse programs and events, they cultivate a community of learners and land stewards. Initiatives like Salmon in the Classroom and their repair program promote sustainability and community engagement, inspiring individuals to embrace eco-friendly practices.

‍Read on to discover what exciting events and initiatives await us this May!


Green Business Spotlight: HoSt Bio-Energy Systems

HoSt Bio Energy Systems is one of our newest certified Green Businesses! We're excited to have them joining our network of businesses working to operate efficiently, reduce their environmental impact, and offer employees a...


 


Training Series: Emissions Accounting How-Tos

As a business committed to sustainability, it can be easy to create goals to help mitigate your environmental impact, but it is often challenging to measure the impact of those efforts through emissions accounting. That's where comprehensive training opportunities can help. In this blog...


 

Sorting it out: Your guide to commercial recycling in Clark County

Metal cans, plastic bottles, glass bottles and jars, paper and cardboard are all common items and packaging that we know we can toss in either our curbside recycling cart or glass bin at home. While commercial recycling service in Clark County accepts the same types of materials...


 


MORNING BLEND

Join us at TSMC Washington for our June Morning Blend on 6/5 at 9 am. We will be exploring their beautiful campus with a hike to see their stormwater ponds, employee gardens and hopefully catch a glimpse of the wildlife that has taken up residence there. We will have the opportunity for open discussion on stormwater requirements and best practices and ways businesses can look for co-benefits in their systems.

Please meet outside the lobby at 9 am for coffee and pastries. We will have a brief introduction and then start the tour at 9:30 am. The trail to the ponds is dirt and rock. Please plan for the weather and wear appropriate shoes and clothing.

Directions to TSMC Washington (formerly WaferTech): 5509 NW Parker Street, Camas, WA 98607:

From WA-14, take exit 10 onto 192nd Avenue. Turn right on 34th Street, and then left on NW Parker Street. TSMC will be on the left, past Fire Station 42. Park in any of the lots and come to the lobby.

 


Event Date 06-05-2024 9:00 am
Location TSMC Washington

‍Community Recycling Opportunity

Music World, a music shop in Hazel Dell, hosted a wonderful event this month to encourage the recycling of guitar strings! Learn more about this event below and how you can recycle your strings throughout the year. 

‍GET CERTIFIED

Clark County Green Business offers recognition for your achievements in waste reduction, conservation and efficiency. We support individuals and green teams to create more sustainable workplaces in Clark County.

GREEN TOOLKIT

‍We're here to assist with your projects to evaluate and improve environmental practices. We offer assistance for recycling and composting programs and to identify opportunities to increase efficiencies and reduce waste.


‍UPCOMING EVENTS FROM OTHER SOLID WASTE EDUCATION AND OUTREACH PROGRAMS

‍The Natural Garden Tour is an annual self-guided tour on the third Sunday in June, offering a peek into spectacular Clark County gardens that are maintained with natural gardening techniques.


Save the date and learn more here. 

 

‍The Composter Recycler Spring Training Program is in full swing! Check out the link below to sign up for some fun and educational events including a red worm composting training on June 1, don't miss out on free worms!

 

 

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