WHAT WE DO: Our programs promote sustainability in the following focus areas: (1) climate change; (2) biodiversity; and (3) resource conservation. We provide education and restoration programs for public schools, public parks, and the general public. Our programs serve over 6,000 individuals annually.

SERVICE AREA: 75% of our annual services are provided to youth and adults within Washington State (primarily Seattle), 25%  are environmental workshops and conferences hosted in other states.

EVENTS: We sponsor and host a variety of Environmental Awareness events ranging from guided hikes to film and lecture presentations. View our full schedule here.

KEY PROGRAMS:
- Environmental PORTAL: Environmental service opportunities for high school students;

- Statewide K-12 Environmental Education: In class education program for children of all ages;

- Northwest Environmental Training Center: Continuing education program for environmental professionals;

- Cooper Elementary School: Pilot program to integrate environmental ed through all grades and subjects;

- Pacific Salmonid Recovery Conference: Annual conference on salmon restoration science and best practices;

- EarthClub: Afterschool environmental clubs at elementary and middle schools;

- Wildlife Habitat: Restoring native wildlife habitat in schoolyards and parks;

- Climate Change: Carbon footprint calculator and accompanying curriculum for individuals and businesses;

- Seattle Bioneers Conference: Annual conference on personal and corporate sustainability; and

- Ecoliteracy: Lectures, workshops, tours, and films to educate and inspire the general public to tread lightly on Mama Earth.

HISTORY: The Council was founded in Seattle by Erick McWayne in spring of 2000. Since then we have grown and moved into our headquarters in South Seattle (Georgetown). Our dedicated staff has increased from one to fifteen people. Our programs serve approximately 6,000 people each year across the western United States. These services are provided by our staff, volunteers, and contractors (experts hired for specific projects).