Local Green Organizations
Cool Thurston Campaign
The Cool Thurston Campaign is a program that assists residents in reducing their household carbon footprints. The heart of the program is the formation of EcoTeams that follow David Gershon’s workbook called “Low Carbon Diet: A 30 Day Plan to Lose 5000 Pounds.” For more information, please visit Thurston Climate Action Team’s website.
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Environmentally Friendly Landscaping
Edible Forest Gardens
Convert your energy consuming lawn into an energy producing food forest:
Water Wise Landscaping
Water wise landscaping needs fewer waterings than typical lawn grasses and can tolerate, resist, or avoid drought AFTER they are established. Low Impact Development
WSU Pierce County Extension
Reduce impacts to streams, lakes, wetlands and the Sound with low impact development techniques such as rain gardens and pervious pavement.
(253) 798-3257
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Thurston Green Business Program
Recognition program for businesses that are taking strides in energy efficiency, waste reduction and other green practices. Website includes many useful videos and resources. -
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Water Conservation
LOTT Alliance
Water Conservation Offers and Rebates from LOTT Alliance, for its sewer customers in the cities of Lacey, Olympia and Tumwater.
(360) 528-5719
City of Olympia
Information about Indoor, Outdoor, and Commercial water conservation.
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