We advance a regenerative local economy that builds community, strengthens food systems, catalyzes climate solutions, and expands access to housing in NW Washington.
Save the Date - Green Home Tours & Talks Week
August 17 - August 21, multiple days or times
We cannot wait for you to join us for this summer for an exciting week to celebrate innovation and green building in homes around Whatcom County!
Parkstone
at Geneva, Washington, Geneva Washington
August 20, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Another epic net-zero home from the team at Legend Homes.
Sixth Street Passive House
at Fairhaven, Washington, Fairhaven Wa
August 21, 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Explore this high-performance, sustainable home with detached ADU in the heart of Fairhaven.
Food Recovery Party
August 27, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
September Eat Local Month
September 01 - September 30, multiple days or times
Join us for a month-long celebration of local food and those who grow, raise, fish, make, and cook it to share with us! We're celebrating with 5 delicious giveaways, the Whatcom County Farm Tour, and the Get a Taste of Washington State campaign launch.
Energy Club: Hot Water on Tap
September 03, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Join us for this happy hour edition of energy club to learn all about heat pump water heater rebates for your business or nonprofit!
Whatcom County Farm Tour
September 12, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Explore up to 14 different farms! From vegetable and flower farms to aquaculture and livestock operations, each stop offers a unique glimpse into life on the farm.
Workshop: Heat Pump Incentives for Small Businesses
at Latino Educational Training Institute Everett, Everett WA
September 17, 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
This workshop will be presented in both Spanish and English. Join us to learn about the incentives available to help your business or nonprofit upgrade its HVAC system!
Q3 Member Mingle
September 24, 8:30 am - 10:00 am
Casual networking for current and prospective Sustainable Connections business members. Join us for coffee, snacks, and chats at the Sustainable Connections office between 8:30-10am on...
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
-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
Andy Basabe Named Executive Director of Sustainable Connections
Sustainable Connections is pleased to announce the selection of Andy Basabe as its new Executive Director, effective September 7, 2026.
Thirteen Farms to Welcome Visitors During 19th Annual Whatcom County Farm Tour
Sustainable Connections invites the community to celebrate local agriculture during the 19th Annual Whatcom County Farm Tour, taking place Saturday, September 12, 2026 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Get Ready for Green Home Tours & Talks
BELLINGHAM, Wash. (July 21, 2026) — The Green Home Tours & Talks is back this August. Sustainable Connections welcomes you to come along for the Green Home Tours & Talks week, which involves five events around Whatcom County during the week of August 17th through 21st.
Thank you to our Sustaining Members
OUR WORK WOULD NOT BE POSSIBLE WITHOUT YOU!
