Category Archives: Washington

Organizations located or doing work in Washington State.

Washington Environmental Council

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From their website: Here at Washington Environmental Council we believe that a healthy environment and healthy economy go hand in hand. We believe that we will all live better lives when our air and water are clean. And for 40 years Washington Environmental Council has been speaking up to make sure those values have a voice in the state capitol.

WEC has adopted a five‐year Climate and Clean Energy Agenda, a long‐term commitment to move the dial on state policy to reduce emissions, use energy efficiently, transition to clean energy, and set limits on global warming pollution that drive a clean energy future. WEC is partnering closely with Climate Solutions and Sightline Institute in this work.

Organization Type: Non-Government Organization

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(206) 631-2600

Address

1402 3rd Avenue, Suite 1400, Seattle, WA 98101

Avista Utilities

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“Avista Corp is an energy company involved in the production, transmission and distribution of energy as well as other energy-related businesses.” Avista Utilities provides service to 351,000 electric and 310,000 natural gas customers in . Avista is a leader in renewable and environmentally friendly energy generation, committed to the wise use of resources and sustainable energy conservation. Avista offers a variety of energy efficiency programs, rebates and other incentives for residential and business customers. Since 1978 they have been committed to implementing energy efficiency programs, saving more than 130 aMW.

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Telephone

(800) 936-6629

Address

Customer Service, MSC-34 PO Box 3727 Spokane, WA 99220-3727

Washington Native Plant Society

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The Washington Native Plant Society (WNPS) is “a forum for individuals who share a common interest in Washington’s unique and diverse plant life. For more than 30 years WNPS has been a great source for native plant information and action. Your active membership strengthens the Society’s role as the voice for our native plants. Please join us today.”

Organization Type: Non-Government Organization

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Telephone

(206) 527-3210

Address

10517 35th Ave NE, 98125
Mail: Washington Native Plant Society 6310 NE 74th Street, Suite 215E Seattle, WA 98115

Western Washington Clean Cities

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About:

Western Washington Clean Cities is an organization that advances energy security and environmental health by promoting alternative fuels, efficient vehicles and reduction of petroleum. They provide education, access to grant funds, strategy assistance, and promote policies and incentives. They are part of the network of 80 communities in the US Department of Energy’s Clean Cities Program.

Their vision is to lead “the region in clean transportation, through the use of local, sustainable alternative fuels and technologies.”

They work on:

  • Renewable Fuels
  • Efficient Vehicles
  • Idle-Reduction Measures
  • Improving Air Quality
  • Fuel Economy Improvements
  • Emerging Transportation Technologies

Organization Type: Government

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(206) 689-4055

Address

1904 Third Avenue Suite 105 Seattle, WA 98101

Whidbey Environmental Action Network

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Mission: The restoration and preservation of the native biological diversity of Whidbey Island and the Pacific Northwest. We accomplish this through Education, Activation, Preservation & Restoration and Litigation.

•Education – we post articles and reports on relevant subjects, such as what lands have been bought for preservation, what the county commissioners are doing about growth management, what a functional native plant community looks like, etc.

•Activation – encouraging people to become involved by providing tools for effective participation.

•Preservation and Restoration – preventing damage to ecosystems when possible and restoring them when necessary.

•Litigation – when all else fails, we use legal means to enforce laws to protect the environment.

 

Organization Type: Not-For-Profit Corporation

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Telephone

(982) 600-053

Address

Whidbey Environmental Action Network, Box 53 Langley, WA 98260
Mail: Whidbey Environmental Action Network (WEAN), P.O. Box 53, Langley, WA

Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST)

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Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST)

Mission Statement:  COASST is a citizen science project of the University of Washington in partnership with state, tribal and federal agencies, environmental organizations, and community groups. COASST believes citizens of coastal communities are essential scientific partners in monitoring marine ecosystem health. By collaborating with citizens, natural resource management agencies and environmental organizations, COASST works to translate long-term monitoring into effective marine conservation solutions.

Their Vision is:

Realizing the pressing needs of marine natural resource management, coastal conservation, and the need for good science and a stewardship ethic among citizens, the Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST) sees a future in which all coastal communities contribute directly to monitoring local marine resources and ecosystem health through the establishment of a network of citizen scientists, each collecting rigorous and vital data. Through their collective efforts, and the translation of their individual data into baselines against which any impact—from human or natural origins—can be assessed, nearshore ecosystems worldwide will be actively known, managed, and protected.

Organization Type: Not-for-Profit Organization

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Telephone

(206) 221-6893

Address

Coastal Observation and Seabird Survey Team (COASST),School of Aquatic and Fishery Sciences, University of Washington Box 355020, 1122 NE Boat Street, Seattle, WA 98195-5020

Washington Wild

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Washington Wild is a non-profit organization that fits into the “Forest Conservation and Agricultural Soils” wedge.  Washington Wild uses education to inform the community of the threats to the forests in Western Washington.  They also do civil engagements to where they push congress to pass bills that protect the environment.  With over 2000 members they are pushing to protect over 126,000 acres of wilderness in the state of Washington.  While 70% of their income is from donations, 75-80% is used on their efforts.  An honest and local organization, Washington Wild is successful in conserving our forests.

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(206) 633-1992

Address

305 North 83rd Street Seattle, WA 98103

Olympic Forest Coalition

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The Olympic Forest Coalition works to conserve and restore natural forest ecosystems and their processes on the Olympic Peninsula.

“The programs of OFCO focus on educating members of the public, officials, agencies, and other environmental, community and recreation groups on issues of importance to help achieve these goals.”

Organization Type: Not-For-Profit Corporation

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Not indicated on website

Address

Olympic Forest Coalition, PO Box 461 Quilcene, WA 98376

Northwest Sustainable Energy for Economic Development (SEED)

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As said on their website “Northwest SEED educates, equips, and empowers communities to develop their own solutions that provide real community benefits. As a non-profit organization, they work directly with communities to identify practical solutions that support a sustainable local economy founded on locally owned energy.”

Organization Type: Non-Profit Organization

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1 (866) 759-SEED or (206) 328-2441

Address

1402 3rd Ave. Suite 901 Seattle, Washington 98101

Solar Washington

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According to their website “Solar Washington is a nonprofit organization composed of people, companies, programs and organizations working to advance the solar industry in our state. It offers volunteer and job opporunities, as well as links to many local organizations.”

Organization Type: Non-Profit Organization

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Address

PO Box 3832, Seattle, WA 98124-3832