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Sustainability Tips

Residents and businesses can conserve, reduce waste, and practice sustainability. Learn environmentally friendly ways you can save money on utilities.

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You can help us maintain a healthy environment and utility system by reducing your waste at home and work, preventing pollution, and properly managing your cooking fats, oils, and grease. Also learn about conserving water, sustainable landscaping, and getting guidance for your business to save money and the environment.

Waste Prevention

Recycling and composting are great, but reducing unnecessary waste in the first place is even better.

Fats, Oils, & Grease

Avoid sewage backups, expensive plumbing bills, and pollution in Puget Sound by managing your cooking by-products.

Pollution Prevention

Keep our creeks and lakes healthy by preventing pollution that collects on our roads, rooftops, and property.

Learn about tips, tools, and rebates to help you use water wisely and keep your water bill as low as possible.

Sustainable landscapes are good for our health and our environment, and they can be easy to install and maintain.

Green Your Business

We offer free tools and assistance to help Seattle area businesses conserve resources and prevent pollution.