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
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
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
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
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
The December 4th Local 20/20 column in the Port Townsend Leader by Laura Tucker explored the myriad ways one can be more environmentally conscious in our holiday gift giving.
Tips for a Planet-friendly Holiday Season
By Laura Tucker
Reducing your carbon footprint is an essential step in combating climate change. The winter holidays can make it challenging. Here are some … Read the rest
With a strong low pressure system offshore and strong winds forecast, along with a 9.5′ predicted tide, the Local 20/20 King Tide team monitored another storm this month. The predicted storm surge was 1.0′, which came in just above that. See analysis below, and at the bottom of the post you will see links to the storm surge tool and … Read the rest
There was a higher than average predicted tide on November 4th (8.77′ predicted) along with a strong SE wind (30 kts gusting to 43 kts), which gave us another chance to visualize the higher sea levels that will become more often in the future due to global sea level rise, and a few of Local 20/20’s Climate Action Group volunteers … Read the rest
There was a higher than average predicted tide on October 18th (8.95′ predicted) along with a somewhat strong ESE wind (25 kts gusting to 40 kts), which gave us another chance to visualize the higher sea levels that will become more often in the future due to global sea level rise, and a few of Local 20/20’s Climate Action Group … Read the rest
