Sustain Charlotte

Sustain Charlotte creates a more equitable, connected, and healthy community by inspiring responsible growth and transportation choices. 

Driving policy change for sustainable growth
Sustain Charlotte has been instrumental in advocating for policies that promote smart growth, sustainable transportation, and environmental conservation in Mecklenburg County. From influencing transit expansion plans to shaping climate action goals, we’re helping make the city more resilient to future challenges.

Community-centered advocacy
We actively engage Charlotte residents to amplify their voices on sustainability issues. Sustain Charlotte empowers community members to speak up on critical issues like transportation accessibility, green space development, and environmental justice, ensuring that growth benefits everyone.

Supporting healthy, clean, affordable mobility
Sustain Charlotte is a leader in promoting healthy, clean, affordable mobility solutions. Through our initiatives, we advocate for enhanced public transit, safer cycling and pedestrian infrastructure, and reduced car dependency. This helps lower emissions, reduce traffic congestion, and improve air quality for all.

Trusted local sustainability partner
Sustain Charlotte has a proven track record of partnerships with local governments, nonprofits, and businesses to implement meaningful change. We are seen as a go-to organization for collaborative projects that move Charlotte toward a sustainable and more inclusive future.

Educational outreach and youth engagement
Sustain Charlotte offers educational programs that engage young people and residents in learning about sustainability. Through workshops, seminars, and community events, we’re building a culture of sustainability among Charlotte’s next generation of leaders.

Grassroots initiatives with tangible results
Sustain Charlotte doesn’t just talk about sustainability; we achieve real, measurable results. From increasing biking infrastructure to supporting greenway expansions and influencing local transit funding, our work leads to visible, lasting changes that improve daily life for Charlotteans.

Championing equitable solutions
Sustain Charlotte works to ensure that sustainability initiatives also address social equity. We advocate for affordable transit, equitable access to green spaces, and neighborhood improvements that benefit underserved communities.

Making a carbon impact
Sustain Charlotte’s advocacy contributes directly to reducing Charlotte’s carbon footprint. By promoting sustainable transit and energy-efficient development, we’re lowering greenhouse gas emissions and helping the city meet its climate goals.

Maximizing donor dollars
Sustain Charlotte is committed to transparency and effectiveness. We leverage every dollar to achieve maximum impact, ensuring that donor contributions directly support meaningful projects and advocacy efforts.