This page has information about past events that the Bellingham community hosted for ALL IN for Climate Action Week since the City’s first year organizing the event in 2019. Climate Action Week was an annual week-long celebration of the knowledge, progress and resources our community has to offer when looking for solutions to address global climate change at the local level.
Transit for the Trees
Climate Action Survey
Allied Arts Reuse Thrift Store Bag It Sale
Hope Partnered with Action, Powered by Youth
Recorded or static events: Some Climate Action Week events are still available to view. See the list below.
- Become a Neighborhood Tree Ambassador Webinar
- Heat Pumps: Save Emissions, Energy, and Money!
- A HOPE PROJECT
- Climate Action Book Lists
- Harmful Algae Bloom Monitoring in Drayton Harbor presentation slides
- International Day of Peace recording
Climate Action Week 2022 took place between September 19-25. The 2022 theme was Inspiring Community Action Through Climate Conversations.
Transit for the Trees
Climate Action Survey
Allied Arts Reuse Thrift Store Bag It Sale
Hope Partnered with Action, Powered by Youth
2021 Summary
Thank you to our community for hosting and attending so many great events between September 20 to 26, 2021! This year’s events engaged more than 1,000 participants through presentations, volunteer activities, film showings, bike rides, workshops, and more. We hope you will join us for ALL IN for Climate Action Week 2022. We will post information about hosting events in 2022 when it is available.
ALL IN for Climate Action Week 2021 Events
The list of events that took place this year is below. Events were added to this webpage shortly after receiving registration forms from event hosts. Some events were recorded.
Event Recordings
The following events were recorded and are available to view:
- Zero Waste Cooking Demo
- How to Prepare Your Home for Wildfire Presentation
- Children’s Storytimes
- Greening with Integrity Event
Transit for the Trees
Join us on the road to a greener future! As part of the City' of Bellingham's Climate Action Week, Whatcom Transportation Authority will plant one tree for every 100 bus rides. Our goal is to plant 1,000 trees while reaching 100,000 rides between September 22 and 30, 2023. By riding the bus, you will directly ... Read more
Climate Action Survey
Take the City of Bellingham's new 10-minute survey to help shape our community’s climate future! Total greenhouse gas emissions have leveled off since the City started tracking emissions in 2000. To meet our community’s ambitious goals to reduce emissions and mitigate the effects of climate change, we are seeking feedback about community strategies that we ... Read more
Allied Arts Reuse Thrift Store Bag It Sale
The Allied Arts Reuse Thrift Store (AARTS) is celebrating Climate Action Week by holding a special BAG It Sale. Get your paper bag and fill it up for a set price with lightly used art, school and office supplies. Stop by the store, located in our new 3,000 square foot space next door to the ... Read more
Squalicum Creek Habitat Tour
Embark on a journey with the Nooksack Salmon Enhancement Association (NSEA) and the Whatcom Conservation District (WCD) as we explore Squalicum Creek to observe the transformative impact of tree planting on local salmon populations and our climate. NSEA and the WCD have developed a strong partnership and worked tirelessly to restore salmon habitat across Whatcom ... Read more
Green Building Slam 2023
The Green Building Slam has been a community favorite for years, and it's back again this fall to kick off Climate Action Week! Join Sustainable Connections at the Underground Nightclub from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. on September 22 for a fast-paced presentation style event that is known for the incredible networking opportunities with local ... Read more
Emotions & Insights in a Climate Changing World
This is an experiential and interactive event that allows participants to share their hopes, solutions, visions and ideas for health and wholeness given our climate changed world. We embrace the idea that as a community we can both imagine and then act in collaborative fashion, joining together to envision new possibilities. The Echoes of the ... Read more
Hope Partnered with Action, Powered by Youth
Visit Squalicum Creek Park or the downtown waterfront during the City's annual Climate Action Week to view a sequence of 15 yard signs that tell and illustrate a story about collaborative solutions that all individuals can take for our planet. This project was created by local youth in partnership with From a Child's Point of ... Read more
Forest Bathing/Nature Therapy
Please join Stillpoint at Beckside for a guided Forest Bathing/Nature Therapy experience on Saturday, Sept. 23, 9am -12pm on Stillpoint's 5 acres of sacred earth with beautiful trees. Forest Bathing, also referred to as Nature Therapy, is a practice of soaking up sights, sounds, and the feel of our natural environment. This event offers an ... Read more
Community Work Party at Birchwood Park
Join us at this work party to remove weeds, mulch and pick up litter to care for this great park and protect native plants that help sequester carbon. All ages and abilities welcome. Participants under age 14 must be accompanied by a parent/guardian. Tools, gloves, and instructions are provided. Please dress for the weather and ... Read more
To the Rescue: Protecting Life in the Salish Sea
Fall in love with the ocean all over again. Watch an exclusive, one time showing of “Wild Pacific Rescue” as Dr. Marty Haulena, head veterinarian of the Vancouver BC Aquarium, and his dedicated team, rescue animals in the wild that have been harmed by human actions, especially plastic pollution.Plastic is a key driver of climate ... Read more
2020 Summary
Our community and local governments put together more than 20 great events between September 20-27, 2020. Thank you to all of the event hosts and participants who made our second annual ALL IN for Climate Action Week a success.
2020 event details will be shared soon.
