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 average American throws away about 81 pounds of clothing every year, according to Environmental Protection Agency estimates. It can be tempting to buy new clothing often as cheap clothing is readily available, and the perception is that clothing can easily be passed on to someone else who needs it. However, the environmental cost of cheaply pro...
How many DIY projects help you up-cycle old fabric into a trendy, reusable material that is a waste reduction essential? Sure, you can buy a set of beeswax wraps to replace plastic film for about $15 online or at the store, but it's easy and affordable to make your own at home. Plus it's a great way to use any fabric scraps you may have laying arou...
Green gifts are presents that require fewer resources and result in less waste than conventional mass-produced items. They can be bought new items, repurposed old items or old items made new through the magic of recycling. Get an early start on your new year's resolutions and pledge to give green this season with a little help from Green Neighbors....
Over the last few years, Clark County's waste hauler Waste Connections has noticed a trend: an increase in the number of needles and medical sharps found in Clark County's waste and recycling in the fall months. When not correctly disposed of, sharps such as needles, intravenous (IV) tubing, scalpel blades, and lancets can be a major haza...
Stop by the Green Programs booth at the Clark County Recycled Arts Festival June 29-30 at Esther Short Park to sign up for the pledge - when you sign up, you'll get a prize! In March, 265 Clark County residents participated in the WasteBusters Challenge to reduce waste by pledging to take their own reusable bag to the store, use a reusable coffee c...
