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We spoke up to support community area planning!

The city of Charlotte’s community area planning (or CAP, for short) process is underway. This is an important process that involves finding out the unique needs of each community within […]

City budget continues record investments in transportation and affordable housing

The City of Charlotte’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget, unveiled by City Manager Marcus Jones on May 5, 2025, reflects the city’s commitment to sustainable mobility, climate action, and equitable […]

Fencil: Better Bus, microtransit will lead to opportunities (South Charlotte Weekly)

Editor’s note: Meg Fencil shared these remarks during the April 30 Metropolitan Transit Commission meeting in Charlotte. The MTC, which makes long-range planning recommendations for the Charlotte Area Transit System, […]

UNC Charlotte wins Sustain Charlotte’s Inspiring Nonprofit Award (Inside UNC Charlotte)

UNC Charlotte received the Inspiring Nonprofit Award at the 2025 Sustain Charlotte Awards held Monday, April 28, in recognition of educating future leaders in sustainability, while setting the pace on […]

Mecklenburg County Shines at Sustain Charlotte Awards with Top Honors for Sustainability Champions (Hoodline)

Mecklenburg County’s commitment to sustainability took the spotlight at the Sustain Charlotte awards, a ceremony dedicated to honoring individuals and projects that actively contribute to a healthier and more sustainable […]

Press Release: Sustain Charlotte strongly opposes HB 765

Sustain Charlotte is urging members of the Mecklenburg state delegation to oppose House Bill 765 because we are deeply concerned about the far-reaching negative impacts this bill would have on […]

ACTION ALERT: Protect Local Control, Street Safety, and Sustainable Growth – Oppose HB 765!

A dangerous bill is moving through the NC General Assembly that would undermine everything our communities have worked so hard to build. House Bill 765 (HB 765) is a sweeping […]

We spoke up for Better Bus and Microtransit!

CATS board members voted at the April 30 Metropolitan Transit Commission meeting to commit to ensuring that 20% of revenues from the proposed one cent for mobility sales tax would […]

See which Charlotte-area agencies and businesses were awarded for advancing sustainability (Queen City News)

UNC Charlotte, a north Mecklenburg town and a transportation safety advocate were among the winners in the 2025 Sustain Charlotte Awards. The awards honor individuals, businesses, nonprofits, government agencies, and […]

2025 Sustain Charlotte Awards

Meet the 2025 Sustain Charlotte Award Winners: Local Champions of Sustainability and Equity

Every year, Sustain Charlotte recognizes outstanding leaders and changemakers who are advancing sustainability across the Charlotte region. The 2025 Sustain Charlotte Awards celebrate individuals, businesses, nonprofits, and public sector innovators […]