EnviroStars

Happy New Year! Let’s work together in 2024 to landfill less and recycle more.

Did you know that 90% of consumers believe businesses have a responsibility to help care for the planet, & that sustainable businesses practices should be standard? Support your customers & the planet by running your business in an environmentally-friendly way with EnviroStars!

At MI Elements, the primary goal is to reduce the cost of living on Earth & enable sustainable solutions to benefit both individuals & the environment. MI Elements embraces emerging technologies to pave the way for a better tomorrow. Congrats on your sustainability achievements!

EPA is updating the #EPASaferChoice Standard to increase transparency, safety & sustainability in consumer and commercial products. Tell us how EPA Safer Choice can further support safer chemistry in products you use every day. Comments are due Jan. 16: regulations.gov/docket/EPA-HQ-…

Our recognized businesses are stewards of change, collectively working towards a greener future. Whether you're looking for a new coffee shop or auto care, visit our green business tracker to find hundreds of businesses near you: greenbiztracker.org/search?

OSE is thrilled to share that Seattle will host the first-ever Bloomberg Green Festival from July 10-13, 2024! The event will bring together business and government leaders, climate innovators, and the Seattle community to collaborate on climate action! bloombergmedia.com/press/bloomber…

Exciting news: Already known as a clean energy state, Washington is now gaining recognition for cleaner homes! The state has clinched the #1 spot in the 2024 “Best States for Green Homes” report by Efficiency USA. Read more: bit.ly/48Ajhi4

📢This is your monthly #TakeStock reminder! Before you head out to the shops, check your fridge, freezer and cupboards to see what you already have. This will help you buy only what you need and save money and #StopFoodWaste.

Jan. 10 is #NationalCutYourEnergyCosts Day! A great reminder to review your monthly electricity bills, schedule an energy assessment, and consider ways to reduce unnecessary electricity use. Visit our resources page to find helpful links and tips at: envirostars.org/resource/

Is one of your business resolutions to increase sustainability efforts? EnviroStars can help you meet your business goals no matter where you're at. Get started on your application today at EnviroStars.org #EnviroStars #GreenBusiness #SustainableBusiness

2024 Parks Grants are now open! 👀 Visit kingcounty.gov/parks/grants to sign up for an info session, explore applicant resources (including grant application consulting for small orgs!), or start an application now! Applications are due Mar 4, 2024 at 8pm!

The Seattle Clean Buildings Accelerator is recruiting for its next Coaching Cohort, which starts Jan 30—attend an upcoming info session to learn more! Thursday, January 4, 2024, at 11am:  bit.ly/SeattleCleanBu… Wednesday, January 17, 2024, at 11am:  bit.ly/SeattleCleanBu…

Good news, Seattle! You can give your Christmas tree and holiday greens a green farewell throughout January by composting them for FREE! 🎄✨ Place up to 2 trees or bundled greens next to your food & yard waste bin at each collection throughout January. Make sure trees are:

Not sure where to start? Simple actions like turning off the water when not in use & installing faucet aerators are great options - and are action items that can go towards your EnviroStars recognition. Learn more at: envirostars.org/how-to-get-rec…

Starting your week off with some great news! Even though the shortage is over - it's still a great reminder to consider incorporating ways to save water to benefit the planet, your business, and your water bill!

A HUGE round of applause to the hundreds of wonderful EnviroStars who have been going above & beyond by working hard to incorporate sustainability into their business. We look forward to an exciting new year, lots is in store! Happy holidays and New Years from our team to you!🤩

Be a composting PRO this holiday season! Check out our top tips for how to keep food waste/compostables out of the landfill 😋

A major congratulations to EnviroStars recognized business, @WestlandWhiskey!🤩Recently recognized for their limited release Garryana Edition 8 whiskey, Westland Whiskey ranked third for 'Most Exciting Whiskies of 2023.' Learn more: msn.com/en-us/travel/t…

A great way for your business to support your community this holiday season is to consider food donations - as donating food can support businesses with their bottom line and divert food from being dumped in landfills, helping the environment.

On select Saturdays, our Recology stores will be offering FREE gift wrapping using the Furoshiki method. This traditional Japanese technique wraps gifts with fabric that can be reused! We can do the wrapping for you, or to walk you through the steps to learn how to do it! 🎁