Join KCT & Skagit Conservation District at the Padilla Bay National Estuarine Research Reserve for a Community Biochar Demonstration!

Facilitating Regeneration, Resilience & Reciprocity — Presentation by Howard Sharfstein

As climate challenges intensify, regenerative, nature-based solutions are more important than ever. Join Howard Sharfstein, Board President of Kulshan Carbon Trust and retired environmental attorney, for a compelling presentation on how practices like biochar, agroforestry, permaculture, and ecological forestry can restore ecosystems, build climate resilience, and strengthen local economies.

Howard will share insights on convening diverse communities, fostering meaningful collaboration, and developing innovative approaches to bioregional finance and eco-credits that reward regenerative practices.

Date: Tuesday, May 20, 2025
Time: 4:00 – 4:50 PM PT
Location: In-Person at WWU (Science Lecture Room 150) & Online via Zoom

Can’t attend? You can still support the next generation of changemakers through the Institute for Energy Studies Scholarship.

On Saturday, May 3rd, Kulshan Carbon Trust will be tabling at the Guemes Island Community Wildfire Preparedness Day. We're excited to join community members and partners for a day of hands-on learning, including wood chipping, tree pruning demonstrations, and wildfire home risk assessments.

We'll be sharing information about our work and how biochar can support wildfire resilience efforts—both as a tool for reducing fuel loads and as a long-term strategy for soil health and carbon storage. If you're on Guemes, stop by the community center between 9 AM and 2 PM to connect!

Join Kulshan Carbon Trust, Whatcom Conservation District, and more in Sudden Valley on Wednesday, May 15th, from 6:30-8:00pm for a wildfire preparedness workshop.

Here’s the scoop: “Warming weather means wildfire season is on the horizon. Learn what you can do to protect your home at 6:30 PM on May 15th at the Dance Barn in Sudden Valley. 

Representatives from the Whatcom Conservation District, Department of Natural Resources, South Whatcom Fire Authority, Whatcom County Sheriff’s Office Department of Emergency Management, City of Bellingham Natural Resources Division, and the Kulshan Carbon Trust will be presenting on ways we can all be more prepared for and resilient to wildfire emergencies. Topics will include home hardening against wildfire, emergency planning and alert systems, current and planned land management projects, and others.”

Can’t make it in person? Attend virtually using this link: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83433125879?pwd=VkkwcVp0NFovYW1pNGt4UGdieTQzdz09

A portion of sale proceeds between 1pm and 4pm will go to Kulshan Carbon Trust to support the implementation of natural climate solutions in northwest Washington!

Join Kulshan Carbon Trust on January 29th, 2024 at Stones Throw Brewery in Fairhaven!

• 1009 Larrabee Ave, Bellingham, WA 98225

• January 29th, 5-9pm

10% of all sale proceeds between 5pm and 9pm will go to Kulshan Carbon Trust to support the implementation of natural climate solutions in northwest Washington!