Environmental Stewardship

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  1. Environmental Stewardship

    San Juan County Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory Report Released

    This baseline assessment is the first to be completed for San Juan County and will help the County Target the most significant emission sources in their climate action efforts. Read on...
  2. Environmental Stewardship

    Fall 2023 Great Islands Clean-Up

    This event on San Juan, Orcas, Lopez, and Shaw Islands invited participants of all ages to help make our community litter free by the sea. Read on...
  3. Environmental Stewardship

    SJI Destination Management Plan Public Review Period Extended and FAQs Shared

    The community is encouraged to review Frequently Asked Questions and submit their own during public review, which has been extended through October 31. Read on...
  4. Environmental Stewardship

    Marine Resources Committee & County Marine Program remove derelict creosote pier on San Juan Island

    The public can report any creosote you find on the shoreline to WA Dept. Natural Resources using the MyCoast App. Read on...
  5. Environmental Stewardship

    Preliminary Draft of San Juan Islands Destination Management Plan Now Available for Public Review

    The community is invited to provide feedback on the new draft Plan for managing visitation and encouraging sustainable tourism in the Islands. Read on...
  6. Environmental Stewardship

    County Launches Pilot Program to Expand Plastic Film Recycling for San Juan Island

    San Juan County residents can drop off plastic film in a new bin at Marketplace. Read on...
  7. Environmental Stewardship

    County-wide Creosote Piling Assessment Underway This July

    Addressing creosote treated materials in the marine environment is a priority for the County, and this important step will help develop a plan for their removal. Read on...
  8. Environmental Stewardship

    County’s Derelict Vessel Program Seeks Community Support to Minimize Impacts of Neglected Boats

    Help minimize the harm derelict vessels cause to our waters and communities. Read on...
  9. Environmental Stewardship Update (2)

    San Juan County Celebrates New Protections for Endangered Orca During Orca Action Month

    Join the County’s Marine Program and Marine Resources Committee throughout the month of June in being whale wise. Read on...
  10. Environmental Stewardship Update (1)
  11. Environmental Stewardship Update (2)

    Please Don’t Pick the Field Mustard! Help the Endangered Island Marble Butterfly Thrive

    Field mustard, a common plant found on San Juan Island, serves as a primary food source for the butterfly's caterpillars during their crucial growth stages. Read on...
  12. Environmental Stewardship Update (1)

    301 Volunteers Made the Spring Great Islands Clean-up a Success!

    Thanks to the 301 dedicated volunteers who collected 4,574 pounds of litter across the islands! Read on...
  13. Environmental Stewardship Update (1)

    San Juan County’s Annual Hazardous Waste Round-Ups this Spring

    The events for households will be taking place throughout May from 10 am – 2 pm. Read on...
  14. Environmental Stewardship Update (2)

    Invest in Your Planet! The Great Islands Clean-up is on Earth Day, April 22!

    Find Earth Day events on each island and fun ways to participate in the Great Islands Clean Up! Read on...
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