Become an Advocate
We’re inspired to bring folks together to advocate for zero waste principles and the circular economy. If you’re as passionate as we are, help us spread the word to individuals, families, organizations, businesses and legislators. Together we can advocate for policies, programs and resources that support zero waste solutions.
Learn about plastics and their impact on humans and the environment rePurpose Whidbey is an affiliated partner of Beyond Plastics. With a mission to end plastic pollution everywhere, Beyond Plastics is our go to place for learning everything there is to know about plastic pollution. Learn more at https://www.beyondplastics.org/.
Our heroes for driving policy change in Washington for a healthy and waste-free world, we often look to Zero Waste Washington as our mentor organization. They have a lot of great opportunities for lobbying at the state level, local get-togethers in Seattle and they are always up to something innovative and inspiring in the circular economy. Learn more at https://zerowastewashington.org/
Get involved locally with our very own Island County Solid Waste Advisory Committee. SWAC represents Island County's cities and towns, haulers, agriculturalists, recyclers and citizens. Members of the SWAC advise Island County on all aspects of solid waste management planning, assist Island County in the development of solid waste management programs and policies and review and comment on proposed solid waste management rules, policies or ordinances prior to their adoption. SWAC meets virtually at 10 AM on the third Monday of the first month of every quarter, or as needed. Learn more at https://www.islandcountywa.gov/603/Solid-Waste-Advisory-Committee
WSU Waste Wise of Camano and Whidbey Islands is an education outreach program supported by staff and volunteers who reach into the community to share what they learn in training with others. They bring ways to reduce/reuse and compost/recycle to you. And talk about composting and vermiculture and help you learn how to safely dispose of household hazardous wastes. They give you simple steps on living more lightly. Learn more at https://extension.wsu.edu/island/nrs/waste-wise/