Following quick on the heels of the Sustainable DC plan launch, plans for our local transportation and energy systems are underway. Find out what’s happening and get involved by coming to one of the public engagement meetings. Advocate for what you want to see in your neighborhood! EnergySmart DC – Residential Planning Meeting “The EnergySmart [...]
Celebration of the seas is the first night of Blue Frontier Campaign’s Blue Vision Summit 4! Join them for a festive opening ceremony. Enjoy a panel of ocean artists, listen to some marine-themed music, explore a photo exhibit or watch a few short films and network with the who’s who of the ocean world. This [...]
EnergySmart DC Public Information Meeting Come learn about the District’s Comprehensive Energy Plan, a planning effort that will help us meet short- and long-term energy goals in DC. You’re invited to “Step up to the Mic” and share your ideas. Email community@energysmartdc.com to reserve a 5-minute time slot. When: April 30, 6-8 pm Where: District [...]
Saturday, April 20 Saturday afternoon, April 20th at 2 p.m. Robert Perciasepe, the Acting Administrator of the United States Environmental Protection Agency, will be discussing “Climate Change Basics and Current Efforts to Reduce Greenhouse Gases.” Mr. Perciasepe’s talk will be followed by question and answer session and light refreshments. Hosted by Seabury at Friendship Terrace, [...]
Pocket Guide Resources and Links Neighborhood Action Survey Download Printable Pocket Guide Want a quick list of things you can do to support sustainability in your neighborhood? We’ve compiled a list of actions from our own neighborhood plan with ideas from the new Sustainable DC plan to bring you this pocket action guide! Check out [...]
St. Columba’s Environment team is working with the Environmental Film Fest this year to show Bidder 70, the story of Tim DeChristopher’s activism. Creator and star of the film, Tim DeChristopher (Bidder 70) has been serving a jail sentence as a result of his actions in this film. He is expected to be released on [...]
Join Sustainable DC at the Earth Conservation Corps Pump House at Diamond Teague Park (down near Nationals Ball Park) to celebrate the release of the Sustainable DC Plan. The event starts at 10am on Wednesday, February 20. RSVP here!
Between MLK Day and the Inauguration, there are lots of things to do around town this weekend. We hope you’ll join us for two events! English Ivy at Soapstone Valley “Join Rock Creek Conservancy and the National Park Service to celebrate the MLK weekend by cutting English Ivy from the trees in Rock Creek Park. [...]
October 6 & 7 – Tour a Neighborhood Green/Solar Home and Meet Vendors On October 6 & 7, Shelley Cohen and Mike Gala will open their home as a part of the Solar and Green Homes Tour of DC. They encourage all friends and neighbors to stop by! Address: 3640 Everett Street, NW (corner of [...]
GREEN EMBASSIES BIKE TOUR Missed the bike tour at the Expo? You have another chance! Greg Drury, of Wholeness for Humanity, will be leading another Embassy Eco-tour on September 30 from 12-3pm. Travel from Finland to Australia by way of Italy during this eco-bike embassy tour. Stop at various embassies that have strong environmental initiatives [...]
