The community that farms together, stays together
Our CitySoil Farm is fostering community engagement as we help people learn about the value of our recycled products.
Biosolids and digesters and sludge, oh my! Summer interns tour South Plant
For new interns at WTD, touring the South Treatment Plant was a first behind the scenes look for many.
Investing in water quality, one community at a time
Through a sense of purpose and the dedication of countless volunteers, our WaterWorks grants are supporting the kind of environmental progress that makes our neighborhoods – and our region – an even better place to live.
Public tours resume at the West Point Treatment Plant
Welcome to West Point this summer! If you’re curious about how water systems work, or if you’d like to learn about the things you can do every day to help protect water quality, sign up for a Saturday tour or drop-in for a visit on the fourth Tuesday of the month from 4 to 6:30 p.m.
Creating pipelines to future careers
Most high school students don’t realize the variety of jobs — from engineers and financial analysts to electricians — that are needed to keep our water clean. We recently hosted over 50 high school students at a Careers in Clean Water event to introduce the possibilities in this exciting and growing field.
Careers that matter: We’re accepting applications for paid summer internships through Feb. 25.
If you’re a college student who shares our passion for clean water and healthy communities, we’re looking for you. We’re now hiring for paid summer internships in a number of different career areas. Apply online through Feb. 25.
CitySoil Farm hosts a special group of summer campers
King County hosts a special group of campers at CitySoil Farm. They learned how we protect people and the environment, and helped provide for families just like theirs.
A brush with art: students color King County’s Georgetown project
Maple Elementary students learn about art and clean water, and help share the value of King County’s Georgetown Wet Weather Treatment Station project with their entire community.
King County employees share the value of recycling
Three King County employees learned the value of recycling resources in faraway communities where sustainable practices are a necessity.
Wastewater education and outreach programs prepare region for climate change
“So many actions can help water quality in our streams, lakes, and rivers. That’s why the WaterWorks Program funds such a wide variety of projects,” Elizabeth Loudon, WaterWorks program manager, recently explained. “These projects also create multiple benefits. They bring communities together, restore and protect the environment, and help the region prepare for climate change.”…
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