Stories about Local Champions
The Local Champions Blog highlights some of the amazing work our community accomplishes and motivates us all to work better together. We are lucky to work with so many champions who are a model for positive behavior change and influence us to go the extra mile. Our local champions are building connections within the community every day. Filter our stories by categories listed below or browse them all. We hope you’re inspired by the local champions in our community, too!
Sustainable Connections program areas:
Food & Farming
Think Local First
Toward Zero Waste
Food Recovery Program
Energy and Green Building
Resources:
Press Releases
Sustainability Champions
Business Resources
Recipes
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Sustainability Spotlights by Peak Sustainability:
Bellingham Public Schools
Holly’s Meat Pies
Brio Laundry and Cleaners
Chuckanut Builders
Aslan Brewing
Tony’s Coffee
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Sustainable Connections to co-open Fourth Freedge at Sumas Library
BELLINGHAM, Wash. — 9.30.26 — Sustainable Connections, in partnership with the Whatcom County Library System, will open its fourth Freedge (free community refrigerator) in Sumas on September 30, 2026. The Freedge will provide Sumas residents with a convenient source...
Connected Micro-Pantries: How the University of Washington is Reimagining Community Food Security – Urban Freight Lab
Leveraging a Connected Network of Unattended Micro-Pantries to Reduce Food Waste and Improve Food Security
Eat Local First centers Washington farms this September with tours, tastings, and a global award-winning nod to Washington’s food scene
Eat Local First kicks off its fourth annual Eat Local Month fresh off international recognition — winner of the Best Digital Innovation award at the World Agritourism Awards, the only U.S. recipient this year
Eat Local First centers Washington farms this September with tours, tastings, and a global award-winning nod to Washington’s food scene
Eat Local First kicks off its fourth annual Eat Local Month fresh off international recognition — winner of the Best Digital Innovation award at the World Agritourism Awards, the only U.S. recipient this year.
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.