Seattle’s current water supply conditions at its reservoirs are good. Seattle’s regional source of water supply comes from two rain- and snow-fed watersheds in the Cascade Mountains, the Cedar River Watershed and the Tolt River Watershed. This is the time when mountain streamflows from the rain and spring season snowmelt… [ Keep reading ]
The Cedar River Municipal Watershed is carefully managed to supply clean drinking water to 1.4 million people in the greater Seattle area. The watershed covers 90,638 acres and is owned by the City of Seattle. Enter virtual tour >> The South Fork Tolt River Watershed is smaller and lesser known… [ Keep reading ]
Bert the Salmon and Evelyn the Envelope are now on Facebook. Bert and Evelyn will give you tips on how to improve your recycling and composting and preserve the quality of our water and natural environment for future generations. “Join us today,” says Bert. “You’ll also learn about coupons and… [ Keep reading ]
Coinciding with the World Cup soccer tournament in South Africa, King County invites you to participate in the Green World Cup contest – a celebration of green living worldwide. The King County EcoConsumer program is seeking the best examples of green living ideas from around the world. Do you know… [ Keep reading ]
The clock is running and your help is needed to save water! Phil Dumpster has a big problem. High water bills are giving his wallet a soaking! Phil has asked his friend Bert the salmon to help him find areas around the house where he can save water, money and… [ Keep reading ]
Turn your kitchen waste into fertile soil. Do Compost: Vegetables and fruits, bread, grains, spoiled food, coffee filters and tea bags, eggshells, fruit from yard, and food soiled paper or cardboard. Don’t Compost: Meat, fish, dairy (these attract rats), or pet waste (bag it, and put in trash). Systems for… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s current water supply conditions at its reservoirs are good. Seattle’s regional source of water supply comes from two rain- and snow-fed watersheds in the Cascade Mountains, the Cedar River Watershed and the Tolt River Watershed. This is the time when mountain streamflows from the rain and spring season snowmelt… [ Keep reading ]
Plan your trip to avoid waiting in long lines Check out the new wait-line web cams at Seattle Public Utilities’ North Transfer Station and South Transfer Station. Some other tips to follow: Busiest times are Monday mornings as well as Saturdays and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Tuesdays, Wednesdays… [ Keep reading ]
Putting the right plant in the right place helps plants thrive With the arrival of spring, many green-thumbed residents are turning their attention to their gardens. But choosing plants that will thrive in the Northwest can be daunting, even for experienced gardeners. What plants will grow in dry, shady areas?… [ Keep reading ]
Seattle’s current water supply conditions at its reservoirs are good. Seattle’s regional source of water supply comes from two rain- and snow-fed watersheds in the Cascade Mountains, the Cedar River Watershed and the Tolt River Watershed. This is the time when mountain streamflows from the rain and spring season snowmelt… [ Keep reading ]
