We made history — now we build what comes next
Friends, Tuesday night was a moment we’ll never forget. Our community came together, chose progress, and voted for a future where everyone can move more freely, breathe cleaner air, […]
Biking and Walking
Voters Approve Historic Transportation Investment
CHARLOTTE – Tonight, Mecklenburg County voters chose a future with more connection, opportunity, and mobility for everyone. The passage of the transportation referendum marks a transformative moment — one that […]
Widening I-85 Won’t Fix Traffic — It Will Waste $1.4 Billion
The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) is preparing to spend a whopping $1.4 billion to widen about 10 miles of I-85 between Gastonia and Belmont.¹ That’s roughly $140 million […]
How 40% of the Proposed Sales Tax Would Make Charlotte’s Streets Safer and More Connected
Mecklenburg County has a chance to make a generational investment in safer, better-connected streets. The proposed 1% transportation sales tax would fund improvements across all modes of travel, helping our […]
A Turning Point for the Region: Shaping the Future of Transit and Housing
October 6, 2025 was more than just another Charlotte City Council meeting. It was a moment when critical decisions about how we move, live, and grow together began converging. From […]
Could You Go a Day Without Driving in Charlotte?
At Sustain Charlotte, we’re inviting you to take part in Week Without Driving. It’s a nationwide campaign that shines a light on what it’s like to navigate daily life without […]
How Charlotte Can Follow Helsinki’s Lead and Sustain Charlotte’s Role
Helsinki’s Blueprint for Zero Traffic Deaths Helsinki achieved a stunning milestone—no traffic-related fatalities from July 2024 to July 2025, earning it the title of the world’s road safety capital. Here’s […]
Briar Creek Greenway – Central to Monroe: A Major Expansion in East Charlotte
Briar Creek Greenway Phase 1. Photo: Mecklenburg County Park and Recreation Mecklenburg County’s greenway system has become a cherished asset—offering serene escapes, commuter paths, nature education, and community connection. With […]
Charlotte Walkability: What We Learned from Our Park Road Safety Audit
On June 10, our team at Sustain Charlotte was joined by nine employees from Stantec to conduct a walkability audit along a particularly dangerous stretch of Park Road from Mockingbird Lane […]
Charlotte’s Bike Network Is Growing—But We Have a Long Way to Go
Charlotte has made some progress in recent years toward becoming a safer place to ride a bike—but we’re still far from where we need to be. In too many parts […]