WHATS YOUR 1 THING?

i am launching an eco-conscious clothing line: www.salvationware.com!  -jme, redmond
I switch OFF the print option on my calculator at work. Eliminating the register tape on 99% of the caluations I do.  -Dawn, Marysville
I use reusable canvas bags when grocery shopping.  -Linda, Puyallup
I used to commute across Lake Washington from Seattle every day. I convinced my boss to let me work from home full-time.  -Kathy, Seattle
My boyfriend and I (we've been together a long while) shower together every morning. It saves water and energy heating water  -Angie, Port Orchard
Receive bills online, cancelled junk mail and pay approx $10 a month to purchase all of my KWh through renewable energy sources  -anne, kent
Buy "green" products and try to gradually influence as many of my friends as possible. It's working so far!  -Marian, Lacey
I've stopped using plastic cutlery when I bring my lunch to work.  -Liz, Bremerton
We are diligent to ensure that our recycling meets the guidelines provided.  -M, Redmond
I turn of the water while brushing my teeth and doing dishes  -michela, vancouver
I used a refillable water bottle instead of disposable ones.  -Amiee, Seattle
Only buy local produce. -Lindy, Bellevue  -Lindy, Bellevue
I buy organic, local food whenever possible to support farming and food transport that is best for my family and our world.  -Ardel, Snohomish, WA
I Carry a travel mug with me for coffee.  -Katie, Kelowna
using bar soaps instead of plastic bottled soaps = less packaging. also using all natural dish soaps.  -karin, poulsbo
Eating raw food.  -Sadee, Seattle
When washing your hands, turn off the faucet while lathering and scrubbing, then turn the water on again to rinse.  -DeDe, Seattle
I quit buying bottled water.  -Tony Russell, 100.7 The Wolf
we raise quarter horses and one thing we do is catch rain water and use it to spray down the arena.  -Leah, Freeland
I recycle all the garbage I can and compost food scraps. I try to buy organic products with minimal or biodegradable packaging.  -Megan, Tacoma
I now bike everywhere i used to go in a car to get to friends houses.  -Steven , Sammamish
I use cloth bags instead of taking the plastic bag they offer  -William, Fort Lewis
If I'm not using an electronic or a light it isn't plugged in or turned on.  -Ashley, Seattle
I take keep my reusable grocery bags in my car so I always have them available when I go to the store.  -Cherel, Washougal
I use a "GREEN" product called Eximo to remove oil stains from my driveway to prevent toxic water runoff.  -Derek, Issaquah
Being a vegetarian has more of an eco-friendly impact then buying a hybrid.  -Morgan, Seattle
I now use my reusable bags when I go to the grocery store instead of using the plastic bags the stores give out.  -Marilene, Seattle
Ive switched jobs in construction to a company that builds green homes!They can save ya hella cash-ola!  -JD, seattle
to get to places like school, and other towns i walk, ride my bike, rollerblade and when necessary, take the metro.  -kylie repp, snoqualmie
I buy as much as I can from local farmers and practice being a 'locavore' as much as possible.  -Sean, Camden, SC
My housemates and I have a big vegie garden going in our yard and are watering with collected rain. Tasts so good!  -Bruce, Lake City
I help at my school's Environmental Awareness club, to teach other students to respect our Earth. -Andrew, Atlanta  -Andrew, Atlanta
I re-use my travel mug instead of accepting disposable coffee cups. Some places even offer a discount when I do this.  -Bill, Issaquah
I educate my neighbors about surface water run off to the Puget Sound and encourage them to properly dispose of pet waste.  -Jacqui, Snohomish
NW Biodiesel Network Monthly MeetingBiodiesel - It's All About the Quality. 8/26/08. www.nwbiodiesel.org/.  -Joe, Seattle
The paper towel roll sits in a lower drawer where it's hard to find. But we have plenty of cloth towels for cleaning up spills.  -Tom, Seattle
I garden with Pacific Northwest native trees and shrubs to save water and attract birds.  -Erick, Seattle
I encouraged my collage (the art institute of Ft Lauderdale) to add receycleing bins in the Class room. I was successful.  -William, Ft Lauderdale
COMPOST  -Katie, Kelowna
I signed up for a food PLUS+ compost recycling bin and cut our trash way down.  -TJ, bellingham
Turn off water while washing my hair in the shower and between hand washed dishes.  -Mila, Seattle
instead of throwing out old things, i find someone who can use them, i even rehome the things my neighborhood puts on the curb.  -C.P., poulsbo
Turn off the water heater if away for a few days. Use dimmers on our lights. Use motion lights outside for security.  -Michelle, Redmond
At work I buy 100% post consumer paper for our office printing & copying needs.  -Averie, Bellevue
I don't water my lawn, my clothes dryer broke down in April,as a result I now use clothes racks for drying, & shop thrift stores  -Beverly, Enumclaw
I bike to work  -Linda, Anacortes
I bring my own mug instead of getting a papercup from the Coffee Shop!  -Sarah , Seattle
i turn my water of when im brushing my teeth. :D  -kayla, lynnwood
I don't drive anywhere one day a week and one weekend a month.  -Charlotte, Vashon Island
I use a bicycle instead of the car for meetings and minor errands such as going to the post office, bank or grocery store.  -Doug, Seattle
 
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April 11, 2008 - 5:36pm — nborders
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Wilderness Awareness School

Wilderness Awareness School is a national not-for-profit environmental education organization established in 1983 and based in Duvall, Washington. We are dedicated to caring for the earth and our children by fostering understanding and appreciation of nature, community and self.

April 11, 2008 - 5:35pm — nborders
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Washington's National Park Fund
April 11, 2008 - 5:35pm — nborders
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Washington Wildlife and Recreation Coalition

A diverse group of more than 130 organizations representing environmental, business, labor, sporting, and community interests dedicated to advocating for funding to permanently protect parks and habitat in Washington State. The Coalition makes a difference in local communities by working with elected officials to secure funding for the Washington Wildlife and Recreation Program (WWRP).

April 11, 2008 - 5:35pm — nborders
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Washington Wilderness Coalition (WWC)

WWC works to preserve and restore wild areas in Washington State through citizen empowerment, support for grassroots community groups, advocacy and public education.

April 11, 2008 - 5:34pm — nborders
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Washington Water Trust

Washington Water Trust (WWT) is a private, nonprofit organization established in 1998 to restore instream flows in Washington’s rivers and streams. WWT works to benefit water quality, fisheries and recreation in Washington's rivers and streams by acquiring existing water rights from willing sellers through purchase, lease or gift.

April 11, 2008 - 5:34pm — nborders
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Washington Water Trails Association

Washington Water Trails is committed to the recreational use and environmental stewardship of Washington's waterways. We work to link people to places of nature and history by travel in small boats.

April 11, 2008 - 5:34pm — nborders
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Washington Trails Association

Washington Trails Association is the voice for hikers in Washington state. We advocate protection of hiking trails, take volunteers out to maintain them, and promote hiking as a healthy, fun way to explore Washington.

April 11, 2008 - 5:33pm — nborders
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Washington Nature Mapping Program

Our mission is to keep common animals common and to maintain our quality of life. Our approach is to train individuals to become aware of their natural resources and to provide the tools to inventory and monitor their resources.

April 11, 2008 - 5:32pm — nborders
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Washington Native Plant Society

The Washington Native Plant Society 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.

April 11, 2008 - 5:32pm — nborders
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Washington Foundation for the Environment (WFFE)

The Washington Foundation for the Environment (WFFE) is a nonprofit Washington corporation, founded in 1979 for the purpose of undertaking and assisting educational projects preserving and enhancing Washington's natural and environmental heritage. WFFE seeks out and supports individuals and groups working on the cutting edge of environmental concerns in Washington state.

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