Local Farms - Healthy Kids Celebration

At the end of May, WEC co-hosted a Local Farms – Healthy Kids party at renowned chef Tom Douglas’s Palace Ballroom in downtown Seattle. Coalition partners came together to toast our success. This new law has made Washington state a national leader in the local foods movement and will increase access for kids to locally grown food while helping local farmers. Click here to see photos from the party...


Accord Reached in Buckhorn Gold Mine Controversy

An accord was reached between conservation groups and mining interests, ending an 18-year effort to stop the development of a large gold mine on Buckhorn Mountain in north central Washington State. Read The Seattle Times story about the agreement.

1Sky Washington Takes Off

1Sky Washington is a campaign led by WEC and Climate Solutions working with partners across the state to pass strong policies to reduce global warming pollution, decrease our dependence on fossil fuels, and transition Washington to a clean energy economy.

From now until November, volunteers throughout the state will be writing letters to the editor, asking questions at candidate forums and debates, and meeting with candidates to elevate the issue of climate change. Click here to learn more about this exciting campaign!

1Sky Washington is off to a great start - read a Seattle P-I guest column by CoolMom Kirsten McCaa about her involvement!

Please note our new address and telephone number:
1402 Third Avenue, Suite 1400
Seattle, Washington 98101
206.631.2600

Donate Auction Items to WEC's 40th Anniversary Event

We're looking for auction items for our 40th Anniversary celebration, click here for a donation form. Great past items include a weekend at your cabin or timeshare, a service such as a massage or a financial consultation, or something you create like a piece of art or a meal for six.

WEC Voter Education Program
To learn more about the WEC Voter Education Program, which works to give the environment a voice in local and statewide elections, click here.

When the well runs dry: Water solutions for Washington
WEC’s Water for Washington Campaign has recently released a new report with our partners American Rivers and Washington Rivers Conservancy showcasing solutions to water problems we face in this state.

Click here to read the report...