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November 1, 2017

The smashing success of Biketoberfest 2017!

Biketoberfest presented by The Charlotte Knights was bigger and better than ever this year!  Almost 600 participants, over 100 volunteers, 32 sponsors, 2 routes and 2 pro...

October 5, 2017

Transit lessons from Denver and Los Angeles

As Program Director at Sustain Charlotte, I love the opportunity to visit other cities during conferences to see how they’re solving their transportation challenges. Join...

September 28, 2017

Charlotte’s road to Vision Zero

Pedestrians and cyclists account for less than 3% of Charlotte’s street users, but account for almost 30% of traffic fatalities. Pedestrians and cyclists are the most vul...

September 21, 2017

Action Alert: our clean water is at risk!

Our clean water is at risk! We have to act now. In 2015, commonsense protections for streams and wetlands known as the Clean Water Rule went into place. These safeguards ...

August 23, 2017

Finding hope and inspiration in Viet Nam

On my first morning in Saigon, the headline at the top of the local English newspaper caught my attention:  “Youth are partners in growth, not just beneficiaries.” Intrig...

August 3, 2017

Huge win for Mecklenburg parks and greenways!

Thanks to the more than 2,000 of YOU who signed our petition, sent emails, and attended last night’s meeting, the Mecklenburg County Commission has voted in favor of full...

August 1, 2017

Meet the Intern: Navami maps bus stop access

Several talented high school and college students have partnered with us this summer as interns. We’re grateful for their hard work and the skills they bring to our team’...