Sustainability:  "Meeting the needs of the present generation without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs." (Brundtland, 1987)

2007-2009 Choose to Change 

NEW DOC

After a very successful program in 2005, Sustainable Seattle is implementing its second Choose to Change sustainability program. Funded by a Public Participation Grant from the Washington State Department of Ecology, the program includes a workshop designed for Middle- and High School students in the Greater Seattle Area, as well as funding opportunities for class projects that encourage smart consumption, waste reduction and sustainability.

Presented in a 1 or 2 day, hour long format, the Choose to Change workshop employs concepts from the Washington Department of Ecology "A-Way With Waste" program along with Sustainable Seattle's "Putting Sustainability Into Action" curriculum. On Day 1 students learn about the environmental, economic and social consequences of their consumer decisions, especially regarding natural resources and waste. If teachers elect to participate in Day 2, students work together to develop a plan for a class project that promotes waste reduction and natural resource conservation.

Upon completion of the Day 2 workshop, teachers and students may apply for funding to finance or partially finance one or more of their class project(s).  Each Post-Workshop Project is eligible to receive up to $400 and 6 hours of project assistance from a Sustainable Seattle staff member! Alternative sustainability project ideas may also be considered for funding. 

This program is offered to schools and community groups free of charge.

For more information, call Liz at (206) 622-3522 or email liz@sustainableseattle.org        

Past Education Projects