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8
February
2010

Green Remodel Transitioning to Green

jacqueline_2_final.jpgWith increasing awareness of the need to use environmentally sound practices homeowners may find it hard to know where to begin with a green home renovation.

Listen to Jacquline Powers of Powers Design Company and the author of a workbook for home remodeling call “Transitioning to Green”. To find out where to get this new book call 425-771-7715.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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8
February
2010

Edmonds Bans Plastic Bags

plasticbagban.jpgIn August 2009 the city of Edmonds, WA. passed a complete ban on plastic bags from grocery stores and other retail businesses.

There is a growing international movement to ban and discourage the use of plastic bags because of their environmental effects.

Listen to Strom Petersen who is the owner of the Resident Cheesmonger and serves on the city council of Edmonds.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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17
January
2010

Pet Waste What’s An Owner to Do

26Dogwasteisnotferti.jpgPet waste is one of the leading causes of bacterial contamination of streams in Snohomish County.  More than 177,000 dogs live in Snohomish County, producing waste equivalent to a city of 45, 000 with more than 20 tons dropped into backyards every day.

Listen to Stef Frenzl Communication Specialist with Snohomish County Surface Water Management who works with the general public to improve water quality in Snohomish County. Call 425-388-6466.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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17
January
2010

Eat Local in the Dark Days of Winter

darkdays09-10_bug.jpgIn the dark days of winter, it’s hard to eat local.  It’s easy to eat local in the summertime, but how do we eat local in the winter in Washington?

Laura McCrae of Urban Hennery talks about the 3rd Annual Dark Days Challenge.  Jessie Lerch copy editor for the Everett Herald is participating in the Dark Days Challenge and she share a little of her experience.  To find out more go to http.urbanhennery.com.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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12
January
2010

Solar Demonstrations and Planet Power

planetpower.jpgIn 2009, the Planet Power program supported local small-scale solar demonstration projects on buildings such as schools, libraries, city halls, and other community sites where customers can learn about solar and see the technology in use.  Planet Power allows customers to support local renewable projects in a meaningful and purposeful way.

Listen to Neil Netroutsos spokes person for Snohomish County PUD. For more information go to www.snopud.com click on for YOUR Home GREEN POWER.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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11
January
2010

Celebrate Green

celebrate-green.jpgCelebrate Green, bring the meaning into your celebrations while you reduce, reuse and recycle.  Ask the question is it good for people, good for the planet and good for the community?

Lynn Colwell part of the mother-daughter team “The Green Year LLC” shares how easy it can be to Celebrate Green throughout the YEAR.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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11
January
2010

Carbon Masters in Snohomish County

CM_Snohomish_LOGO.jpgThe climate in Washington state is changing as the planet is warming.  Scientists have documented that increasing greenhouse gases in the atmosphere surrounding earth are raising global temperatures.

Washington State University Extension, in partnership with Western Washington University and the University of Washington has developed the Carbon Masters program to train, equip and manage a core group of volunteers on climate change issues.

Everyone will be affected by climate change. Together we can do something to help!  Jacquelyn Styrna, Carbon Masters Outreach Coordinator WSU Extension talks about this training to start in January of 2010. Call 425-357-6023.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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31
December
2009

Buy Nothing Day

buy_nothing_day_09.jpgJim Strickland interviewed Marilyn Rosenberg of Zippy’s Java Lounge who will be hosting Make Your Own Gift (MYOG) from 10am to 4pm on Nov 27th. What a great idea to visit with Community, and reuse items for gifts.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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31
December
2009

Marysville Community Garden

Wlcox_Pea_Patch_027.jpgMarysville Healthy Community Initiavtive inspired two community gardens, one being the Wilcox Property Community Garden where individuals grew their own plots of food as well as growing food for the Marysville Food Bank

Listen to Jim Strickland as he talks with Carmen Rasmussen, Marysville City Council member about the Healthy Community Initiative and their successful community gardens.

Go to http://bethlehemlutheran.com/html/peapatch.html to see photo of the community garden.  Results of Community working together!

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

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31
December
2009

Food Allergy or Intolerant - Is Natural or Organic Better?

grillabiteslogo.jpgListen to Anne Dottai who talks about food, and nutrition in what people eat. Ann is the owner of Grilla Bites in Snohomish offering many healthier options to those who have food intolerences, allergies or want to eat organic and natural.

This program was aired first on KSER 90.7FM communitkser_logo_header.gify radio in Everett.

karen@livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.com

http://livingsustainablyinsnohomishcounty.blogspot.com

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