Green Neighbors Program
The Clark County Green Neighbors Program is coordinated by Clark County Public Health’s Solid Waste and Environmental Outreach to assist citizens with developing more sustainable lifestyles and building a strong environmental community in Clark County. Solid waste regional planning and programs are a cooperative effort of Battle Ground, Camas, Clark County, La Center, Ridgefield, Vancouver, Washougal, and Yacolt.
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The Watershed Alliance Environmental Film Series is back in 2025! Check out this year's stunning lineup of films that dive deep into the world's most pressing ecological and environmental justice issues. These no cost events are hosted by t...
The Watershed Alliance Environmental Film Series is back in 2025! Check out this year's stunning lineup of films that dive deep into the world's most pressing ecological and environmental justice issues. These no cost events are hosted by the Watershed Alliance and co-sponsored by Clark County Green Neighbors, PeaceHealth, and the Va...
As we gather together to spend quality time with family and friends, keep in mind how you might be able to cut down on a little waste that is generated during the season. Americans will spend hundreds of dollars this holiday season. That's a lot of goods being replaced each year. Save money and reduce waste by choosing sustainable gifts this s...
There is nothing like the home-cooked meals and special treats that we get to enjoy this time of year. Unfortunately, a lot of the food we are buying for holiday celebrations now, will end up going to the landfill over the next few weeks. Clark County generates an average 35,000 tons of edible food waste each year, and as you can imagine, the holid...
This just in! In partnership with Clark County and the city of Vancouver, Waste Connections of Washington has released the 2024-2025 Recycling Done Right newsletter. Keep an eye on your mailbox - this publication is mailed to all residents in Clark County. The newsletter includes information about what you can and can't recycle, yard debris and org...
The Green Neighbors team is always working to keep the community safe! Today, we're here to chat about something you might not think about every day: nicotine vape disposal, which can cause big problems if not disposed of correctly! Did you know that nicotine vapes contain batteries that can explode when placed in the garbage or recycling? Batterie...
