In the Local 20/20 column in the April 16th Earth Day section of the Port Townsend Leader, Laura Tucker described the challenges of, and changes to, recycling of glass in Jefferson County. And she shares some possible long term solutions, as well as ideas on how to reuse your glass, plus notes Local 20/20’s L2020.org/glass page that lists local … 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 February 19, 2025 Local 20/20 Column in the Port Townsend Leader, Tracy Grisman describes the Artist in Residence and Educational Program and how one can get involved.
Creating Out of the Box While Playing Nice in the Sandbox
by Tracy Grisman
“The design of garbage should become the great public design of our age. I am … Read the rest
As the year came to a close, the Local 20/20 Steering Council took time to reflect on how we continue to fulfill our mission of “Working together to foster a regenerative, sustainable, resilient, equitable, and inclusive community In Jefferson County through action and education.”
Committed to inclusiveness, the Steering Council undertook an examination of our social justice focus facilitated by … 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
Local 20/20’s Steering Council approved sending the below letter to the Port Townsend Co-op board at its 12/18/24 meeting.
Local 20/20: Working together to foster a regenerative, sustainable, resilient, equitable, and inclusive community in Jefferson County through both action and education.
Dear Co-op Board,
We are writing to you, Council-to-Board because we feel that leaders in the community need to … 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