Food & Drink
A New Ballard Shop Offers Help for Those Who Want to Reduce Waste
Eco Collective opened its doors in October
By Maggie Kerr November 29, 2018
The owners of Seattle’s zero waste shop, Eco Collective, know your garbage can feel trashy. In October, the duo–Genevieve Livingston and Marimar White-Espin–opened a brick and mortar shop in Ballard (5201 Ballard Ave. NW), graduating from the 10-foot by 10-foot booth they’ve had at the Fremont Sunday Market since 2017.
Inside, you’ll find necessities for low-impact living. The business has grown into a community resource offering classes, workshops and dinners, in addition to sustainable alternatives—such as bamboo toothbrushes and beeswax food storage wraps—to everyday essentials. If going down the zero-waste path sounds intimidating, you can get started with Eco Collective’s Zero Waste Starter Kit which includes items such as reusable utensils and a set of reusable produce bags. Or attend an introductory how-to class (prices vary); simplicity is sure to follow.
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