For The Birds Climate Concert and Energy Talks – Nov 15th
Join the Nelda Swiggett Quintet on November 15th for a unique multimedia jazz performance that connects audiences emotionally to the realities of climate change and carries a message of hope . You may have attended “The Alaska Suite” concert by the same composer in 2023, they are back for a second tour with an all new concert! This performance utilizes … Read the rest
Are Gas/Diesel Vehicles Worse for the Environment than EVs?
In the March 12 Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader, Cyndy Bratz discusses the environmental impact of gas/diesel vehicles as compared to EVs, and references an NPR article that covers that topic.
Are Gas/Diesel Vehicles Worse for the Environment than EVs?
By Cynthia Bratz
Are gas vehicles worse for the environment than electric vehicles? That is a question … Read the rest
Opportunities to Reduce Purchase of New Glass
With the local changes in glass recycling, it is a good opportunity to see how you can reduce your purchase of new glass. Local 20/20 has been compiling a list of local businesses that can take back or refill glass containers, or that carry bulk items often purchased in glass. You can see the current list at l2020.org/glass. And … Read the rest
The New Cool: Your 2025 Guide to Planet-Friendly Living
In the December Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader, Mary Purdy shared personal actions we can take to live more sustainably in 2025.
The New Cool: Your 2025 Guide to Planet-Friendly Living
By Mary Purdy
Looking for New Year’s intentions that make you feel good while doing good? You’re not alone! More people than ever are embracing … Read the rest
King Tide – Dec 14, 2024
A high astronomical tide (9.37′), along with a strong low pressure system and 22-30 kt southeast winds all combined to give us the third highest (10.98′) of the observed water levels that the Local 20/20 King Tide team has monitored in the last 7 years. The wave run up was also high, estimated at 2.1′, resulting in a total water … Read the rest