It’s just around the corner – our Washington legislative session starts January 12. Yes, it is going to be a challenging session, thanks to the state budget deficits and the federal cuts. Nonetheless, we have been working diligently with our partners to prepare a strong suite of zero waste-related bills, while at the same time keeping an eye on limiting any additional state costs.

And, we have been working on a bunch of youth projects (see photo above of youth touring the Brighwater Wastewater Treatment Plant)

Also, in this issue: Our farm waste project concluded with great success. Hear from farmer, Aash Savla (pictured above), about his perspectives on waste, small farmer support in Washington, and his participation in one of the waste reduction pilot projects.