The weather is starting to look brighter and feel warmer, and you’re ready to use your summer gear for outdoor activities. But when you get to the garage or storage, you realize that finding those items isn’t that simple. No worries, we have you covered! Check out our guide to organizing your storage, and learn how to safely dispose of hazardous waste.
Summertime in the Pacific Northwest means no rain showers on your freshly washed car! But certain car washing practices can pollute our waterways and harm wildlife. Read on to make sure your summer car wash choice supports the environment.
The weather is starting to look brighter and feel warmer, and you’re ready to use your summer gear for outdoor activities. But when you get to the garage or storage, you realize that finding those items isn’t that simple. No worries, we have you covered! Check out our guide to organizing your storage, and learn how to safely dispose of hazardous waste.
Due to extreme heat, the Wastemobile in Bothell and Auburn are closed for the day (Saturday, June 26). They will open again tomorrow morning (Sunday, June 27) and close when conditions get too hot. If you're planning a trip, visit in the morning!
The sun is shining, and it’s time to head to the beach! Many beach visitors – ducks, geese, dogs, and humans – contribute to high levels of bacteria in the water that can make people sick. Make sure you are doing your part to keep King County’s swimming beaches clean and enjoyable for everyone!
Gardens are not only pretty to look at, they can also help sustain our ecosystem by serving as a home for pollinators. Pollinators are birds, bats, bees, butterflies, beetles, and other small animals that help plants reproduce. Creating a natural garden that attracts pollinators will help make a difference in creating a sustainable environment for current and future generations.
Congratulations, graduates of 2021! Are you wondering what to do next? This month, we spotlight several Haz Waste Program team members who will tell you what it’s like to work in the areas of Haz Waste Policy, Prevention, and Collections Programs. For people who care about the environment and human health, opportunities await within the hazardous waste management field!
Hazardous chemicals are not part of the ten essentials for hiking and camping, but they can creep into backpacks nonetheless. And they can eventually contaminate the land and water—remember, rain picks up whatever it touches, and carries it to the nearest waterway. That’s hardly what anyone wants to do when basking at a mountain overlook, glen of wildflowers, or alpine lake.
Spring is here, and now is the time to find an earth-friendly sunscreen that keeps your skin protected while you enjoy the outdoors. Whether you spend time outside every day or once in a while, you need sunscreen if you’ll be in the sun for longer than a few minutes. Review these tips and recommendations before shopping for earth-friendly sunscreen options.
There’s a pep in our step these days because it’s officially springtime. With increasing sunshine and warmth, you might be looking at your yard with visions of a lush garden or lawn. Don’t let noxious weeds put a damper on your goals. Before you turn to chemical products, try safer alternatives that keep people and the environment safe from hazardous exposure.
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