Environmental stewardship is an issue that is fundamentally important to our quality of life and to our economic future.

Protecting our natural resources, promoting conservation on all levels, and improving the environment is part of the City's mission to serve the citizens of our community.

The City of Charlotte is committed to do our part in making our environment more sustainable.  But we can't do it alone. We need the help from the entire community.

Do your part, learn how you can get involved and "Take the Pledge to Improve Our Environment". 
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In 2007, Environment became one of the Charlotte City Council's Major Focus Areas, with strategic initiatives for City government.  Among them are:

   - Supporting sustainability
   - Protecting the natural eco-systems
   - Leading by example
   - Collaborating with local and regional partners
   - Increasing the awareness of City employees to the priority of the Environment

Latest Environmental Initiatives
Charlotte Seeks Funding for Brownfield Projects
CIty Energy Strategy Public Meeting - September 29, 2009
City Energy Strategy Launches Community Input Web Page  (Press Release | Video)
View the Draft Sustainable Facilities Policy Presentation   

 

Environment Focus Area
   - The City's Commitment
   - Leadership
   - Evaluation of Environment Conditions
   - Environmental Initiatives
   - City Council Environment Committee
   - Committee Agendas and Minutes

Mecklenburg County Resources:
   - Air Quality Permits
   - Business Recycling
   - Recycling Centers
   - Preserving Groundwater
   - Well Water
   - Septic Systems
   - Water & Land Resources
   - Beautify Mecklenburg

City of Charlotte Resources:
   - Public Transit (CATS/LYNX)
   - Habitat Protection
   - Recycling & Garbage Collection
   - Stop Water Pollution
   - Water Conservation
   - Tour Our Blue Planet
   - Grease-Free Program
   - Beautify Charlotte
   - Business Resources

Community Partners:
   - NC Dept. of Environment & Natural Resources
   - US Environmental Protection Agency
   - Coca-Cola
   - UNC Charlotte
   - Charlotte Clean and Green
   - Charlotte Green Meeting Initiatives