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New Sustainability Initiative Launched in DC
Mayor Vincent Gray recently announced an ambitious initiative to create a comprehensive sustainability strategy for the District called “Sustainable DC.” The planning process for this initiative is kicking off with “Start in September,” a month-long intensive outreach campaign to hear how District residents envision a more sustainable future in the District. The Mayor, DC Office of Planning Director Harriet Tregoning and DC Department of the Environment director Christophe Tolou have created a “Start in September” website (www.sustainable.dc.gov ) where persons can discuss their “vision for a greener, healthier, more livable DC, see what others are saying, and vote for your favorite ideas.” The goal is to have dozens of community-led conversations gathering ideas and goals for a more sustainable DC, gathering ideas and goals in the areas of energy, climate change, water, transportation, waste, food, the built environment, nature, and the green economy. Read Mayor Gray's announcement »
The website also offers resources to help organizations like AOBA and its member companies host their own “Start in September” community discussions. Members are urged to check out the website; additional information about “Start in September” or Sustainable DC in general may be requested at sustainable.future@dc.gov or 202-281-3957.
