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, and […]
Climate Change and the Environment
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 […]
Fast, easy, reliable bus and microtransit – but only if you vote for it
As the region grows, so do the opportunities and the challenges of getting around. Here in Mecklenburg County, the proposed one-percent county-wide sales tax referendum offers a once-in-a-generation chance to […]
More trains – but only if the referendum passes
Voters in Mecklenburg County have a historic opportunity to approve a 1 % sales-tax dedicated to transportation infrastructure that will fund roads, buses, and critical rail expansion across our […]
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 […]
Mecklenburg County Makes Strides Toward a Sustainable Future
At Sustain Charlotte, we work alongside community partners to advance local policies and practices that promote sustainable transportation and responsible land use. That’s why we’re excited to see how Mecklenburg […]
Charlotte’s Sweltering Summer: Real Heat, Real Solutions
This summer in Charlotte has been brutal—and the numbers confirm it. July brought three consecutive days over 100 °F, peaking at 102 °F on July 27. That marked the hottest day recorded […]
The Hidden Danger on Our Roads: How Tire Wear Pollutes Our Waterways, And What We Can Do About It
Every few years, you replace the tires on your car. But have you ever wondered where all that worn-down rubber goes? Unfortunately, much of it ends up in our waterways […]
Action Alert: Help Stop SB266 Before It’s Too Late
The fight for affordable energy and a livable climate in North Carolina is coming to a head — and your voice is urgently needed. Today state lawmakers could vote to […]