Zero Waste Washington

09/02/2025

Farmers across Washington are testing new ways to cut plastic waste, and Aash Farms is leading the way. By switching to durable Winstrip trays, Aashay nearly doubled his yields while reducing single-use plastic on his farm.

This is what change looks like: practical solutions with real results🙌

✨ Read the full story with Aash in our latest newsletter at www.zerowastewashington.org

05/28/2025

Have unwanted, broken, or used nursery trays, pots or cell packs? Then you won't want to miss our FREE nursery tray & pot recycling drop-off event happening tomorrow, Wednesday, May 28!

📍 DTG Spectrum Facility
24105 Snohomish Woodinville Rd, Woodinville, WA 98072
🕙 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM

✅ Accepted: Plastic nursery trays & pots labeled #2, #5, or #6 (clean of large amounts of debris)
🚫 Not accepted: Biodegradable plastics, unlabeled items, or non-plastic pots

Tell a friend—let’s keep plastic out of the landfill!
More info: zerowastewashington.org/farm-waste-reduction-project

05/22/2025

Got broken or unwanted nursery trays or pots? We’re hosting 4 FREE drop-off events for farmers in King, Kitsap, and Pierce counties to recycle plastic nursery materials! ♻️

✅ Accepted: Any color trays and pots made of #2, #5, or #6 plastic (clean and labeled)
🚫 Not accepted: Biodegradable, unlabeled, or non-plastic items

Where: 4 Locations in Renton, Woodinville, Bremerton & Tacoma
When: May 27–30th, 10 AM – 4 PM

Help us spread the word! Tag a farmer or share with your network!

Visit our website for more information on participating locations: zerowastewashington.org/farm-waste-reduction-project/

04/15/2025

🌱 Exciting News for Farmers! 🌱

We're launching two new pilot programs to help reduce waste and support sustainability on farms in King, Snohomish, Pierce, and Kitsap counties:

1️⃣ CSA/Delivery Box Free Trial – Try out durable, reusable boxes for your CSA or produce deliveries. Designed to be reused hundreds of times and recycled at end of life!

2️⃣ 50% Cost-Share for Durable Nursery Trays – Upgrade from flimsy trays to long-lasting Winstrip trays at half the cost (limit 40 per farm, while supplies last!).

Both programs are first-come, first-served, so apply soon and share with fellow farmers who might be interested!

Apply using the links below:
CSA/Delivery Box Program Application: https://forms.gle/r2TGyBnfA36q2p7a9

Nursery Tray Cost-Share Application: https://forms.gle/ktLdFmpgpRMyyUiHA

01/13/2025

🎹 Looking for a new hobby this year? Or maybe you’ve got an unused piano that deserves a second life?

Seattle Piano Recycling is giving unwanted pianos a fresh start! Founded by Chad Newell, this initiative restores and rehomes beautiful acoustic pianos—for free (you just pay delivery!).

Every piano tells a story, and with expert care, they’re finding new homes and keeping the music alive in the Pacific Northwest. 🎶 Whether you’re a seasoned player or just starting out, this is your chance to make a difference and bring the joy of music into your life.

Discover more about this inspiring project in the article below! 🎹💚

This Seattle company rescues orphaned pianos and gives them away.

11/05/2024

Don't miss this great educational event on PCBs in buildings, hosted by the Seattle and Bellevue 2030 Districts on November 19th, 2024 at 2:00PM!

In collaboration with the WA State Department of Ecology, the EPA, and Pacific Rim Environmental, this workshop covers PCB hazards and effective removal techniques.

Gain insights from experts through presentations, demos, and Q&A sessions. Ideal for contractors, property managers, and environmental professionals.

Register today: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pcb-awareness-removal-workshop-virtual-registration-950941881767?aff=oddtdtcreator

They will also be hosting an additional webinar on December 4th at 2:00 pm at the Smart Building Center.

Registration for Dec. 4th can be found here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/pcb-awareness-removal-workshop-registration-950925211907?aff=oddtdtcreator

10/03/2024

Thank you to Metro Parks Tacoma and our wonderful volunteers on International Coastal Cleanup Day! We left a large part of Tacoma’s Swan Creek Park pristine for future visitors. We also collected important litter data that will help us prevent litter pollution in our waterways and Puget Sound!

09/19/2024

This Saturday is INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP DAY! Let’s protect our beautiful Northwest waterways from litter pollution!
Join us for a litter cleanup at Swan Creek Park in Tacoma! We will meet from 10:00-12:00 at the 42nd and Roosevelt Gathering Place Entrance. Snacks and equipment provided!
For questions, please contact [email protected].

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09/10/2024

Join Zero Waste Washington and other volunteers on INTERNATIONAL COASTAL CLEANUP DAY, Saturday, September 21, from 10:00-12:00 at Swan Creek Park, Tacoma.

We will clean up litter and collect important data to prevent litter pollution and protect our waterways. Meet at the 42nd and Roosevelt Gathering Place Entrance.

To register, please contact [email protected]

08/23/2024

Next Saturday we will be joining the lively Olympia Harbor Days Festival on Olympia’s waterfront! Come find us on the boardwalk! Learn about all our exciting projects and efforts to prevent waste and protect our environment! We will have a fun game to entertain and inspire children.
When: Saturday, August 31, from 9:00 am – 7:00 pm
Where: Olympia Waterfront

08/05/2024

Come see us at Bellevue Farmers Market this Thursday! We look forward to talking with you about zero waste strategies and our pilot projects and programs to reduce waste and protect Washington’s environment!

07/01/2024

You’re Invited!

An Evening with Lifelong Climate Activist Bill McKibben

July 2, 7:00pm
First United Methodist Church
180 Denny Way, Seattle (free parking)

Register Here: https://firstchurchseattle.breezechms.com/form/6e43892895965097913677417226228

Third Act Washington (TAWA) presents author, educator, and environmental activist Bill McKibben on July 2 at 7:00 pm in a talk about what’s needed now to save our planet and democracy, what’s bringing him joy and gives him hope, and why he believes Third Act can have a huge impact on making our world a better place for all of us, and for generations to come.

Bill is renowned for mobilizing popular support for action on climate justice and democracy. He has authored 20 books, including The End of Nature (1989) which is regarded as the first book for a general audience about climate change.

Can’t attend but willing to host a livestream watch party in your neighborhood or town? Let them know at [email protected] and they will follow up with the names and emails of members in your area.

They are also seeking a volunteer photographer who would be willing to take photos during the event. Please reach out to [email protected] if you are
interested.