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Events & Promotions

Webinar: Save energy for your San Juan County business!
February 05, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

Learn how a low-cost energy audit can turn into long-term savings, and discover funding opportunities for energy efficiency projects.

Webinar - Financiamos tus Mejoras: Ahorros en Energía Para tu Negocio
February 09, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

¡Regístrese en nuestro seminario web de eficiencia energética! Ayudamos a las pequeñas empresas a ahorrar dinero, actualizar equipos y ser más eficientes.

Eat Local First Trade Meeting at Holiday Inn and Suites, Bellingham WA
February 10, 9:00 am - 6:00 pm

The Eat Local First Trade Meeting is NW Washington’s premier FOOD & FARM BUSINESS CONFERENCE. We bring together 180+ farmers, fishers, chefs, grocery buyers, food artisans, processors, and distributors for one day filled with valuable networking and connection opportunities, a vibrant expo, inspiring business panels, one-on-one producer/buyer consultations, and the ever-delicious locally sourced lunch.

Webinar: Commercial Energy Efficiency in the San Juans
February 17, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Learn how a low-cost energy audit can turn into long-term savings, and discover funding opportunities for energy efficiency projects.

Sustainability Social Hour
February 18, 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm

Join us for our next Sustainability Social Hour on Wednesday February 18 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Larrabee Lager Co. Sustainability Social Hours are casual, drop-in...

Energy Club at Sustainable Connections, Bellingham WA
February 19, 8:00 am - 9:00 am

This quarter, guest speakers from the Port of Bellingham will share about energy efficiency projects happening at the Port. Join us to explore how the Port is working on building efficiency, and how marine vessel electrification plays a role in Bellingham's maritime future.

Webinar - Get Paid to Upgrade: Energy Savings for Your Business
February 23, 10:00 am - 11:00 am

RSVP to attend our Energy-Efficiency Webinar for small businesses to save money, upgrade equipment, and improve efficiency!

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BUILDING COMMUNITIES & STRENGTHENING OUR ECONOMY

A New Economic Model

“The northern Washington town of Bellingham may be the epicenter of a new economic model for a post-consumerist economy, producing goods and services focused on what surrounding communities need and can sustain.”
-NPR Marketplace, interview with Sustainable Connections

A Local Living Economy

Choosing local retailers creates jobs and community. Hear from a variety of local entrepreneurs who call Bellingham home and learn why they choose to live and love local.

Local Champions

Ditch the Disposables: A Reusable Dishware Project

Jan 12, 2026

SeaFeast, a maritime festival held in Bellingham, WA, embraced a zero-waste model by introducing reusable dishware for food and drink vendors to help reduce environmental impact and promote sustainable event practices. Supported by a grant from Whatcom County Health...

Top 10 Local Drinks for a Dry (and Delicious) January

Jan 5, 2026

The turn of a new calendar year brings with it the feeling of a new beginning, a natural moment to pause and reset. Whether you're into making resolutions, leaning into a New Year's theme, or using post-holiday indulgence as a jumping-off point for renewed wellness,...

Flood Relief Resources

Dec 15, 2025

Recent floods in Whatcom County have devastated area farms, homes, and communities. The recovery process is difficult, but as a community we are here to support and uplift one other. Listed below are opportunities to donate and resources for farmers and others...

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