WSP West

4/26: This may be an odd time to bring this up, nearing the end of the month and the completion of this challenge... but I'm uncomfortable with the "175 points for $35 donation." I realize this is a good way for EcoChallenge to fund their actions (and it is far better than "1 point for every $1 donated") I've found myself...

Buy more unpackaged fruits and veggies!

By supporting farms who focus on sustainable practices!

4/26: I'm tired of carrying my trash! Even though the food has been composted (and the napkins with them), there has been plenty of non-compostable/recyclable wrappers. I know food needs to be treated with specialized concerns and wrapping and packaging food is important, especially since COVID reminded us all how easily pathogens can be...

Veg Day 4- exploring vegan restaurants this weekend.

Our rain barrel in action! In advance of my hip replacement, we replaced our front steps because they were falling apart. We used a wood-like product called Timber Tek that is made from recycled plastic and is recyclable, though it could last for 50 years eithout needing to be replaced. We used FSC wood for the railing and the stand that the...

Native species in my area like Pacific Madrone trees are harder and harder to grow in Portland, OR as the climate changes. The winters have more freezes and the summers have more 90+ degree days. We are thunking about planting more species from just south of here like northern California poppy to hedge against future change. Fortunatelh some...

Thank you to everyone who participated in the environmental, social and resource impacts of food choices presentation yesterday! It was great to hear about everyone's experiences with the veg pledge and learn together!

4/25: This morning, there was a Hullabaloo in front of our office! Rain-slick pavement, steep hills and unknown other factors caused a turning vehicle to collide with one stopped at the red light in the turn lane nearest oncoming traffic. 2 firetrucks are on-site, immediately putting powder on the ground, apparently the vehicle was spilling oil...

Today for Veg week- I will just be eating salads to change up my fruits and nuts diet.