At Seattle Latino Metropolitan Chamber of Commerce (SLMCC), we believe economic growth should not come at the planet’s expense. Since 2017, we’ve adopted a 100% digital operation and lead clean energy efforts with direct impact on the Latino community.
Zero Institutional Paper Printing
We’ve avoided printing 374,400 newsletter pages, which equals:
– 26,208 kilograms of paper waste prevented
– 104.8 metric tons of CO₂ emissions avoided
– 393,120 liters of water saved
Zero Physical Business Cards
Since our founding, all contact exchange has used digital business cards.
– Over 8 years promoting this practice among executives and professionals
Zero Printed Membership Guides
All membership information has been shared digitally from day one.
First State Program Focusing on EV Adoption by Minorities
– Focus groups and surveys with Latino-owned businesses on electric vehicles
– Over 3,000 registered businesses trained through TEVEP
Policy Impact
– Key role in passing Washington’s WAZIP program
– $120 million allocated to transition polluting fleets to electric vehicles
– Direct engagement with the Governor’s Office and clean mobility coalitions
– Significant emissions reduction in dense commercial areas
– Job creation in the clean energy and transportation sectors
– Reduced air and noise pollution in underserved communities