Sustainable Capitol Hill

Sustainable Capitol Hill is a network of neighbors, businesses and community groups dedicated to making Capitol Hill a sustainable community.  We are working to create a vital neighborhood -- one with strong connections between people, place, and the local ecosystem.  Through education, organizing, and action we can make our neighborhood a model for a sustainable future.

Vision

The United Nation’s Brundtland Declaration of 1987 defined sustainable development as “development that meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."

We envision a sustainable Capitol Hill as a neighborhood with vibrant natural, social, economic, and built environments:

• Natural – We envision carbon neutrality, clean air, clean water, and healthy habitat in balance with the dense urban environment
• Social – We envision dynamic connections within the neighborhood that create a fun place to live with a strong identity and a sense of stewardship for the greater community
• Economic – We envision a robust and equitable local economy with a strong focus on local products and produce
• Built – We envision green and livable buildings, a lively pedestrian-oriented streetscape, and a variety of clean and reliable transportation options

As a dense and vibrant urban neighborhood, Capitol Hill is already a strong community with all the basic elements (compact living, transportation options, and a healthy local economy) that can make sustainability possible.  Through education, organizing, and action we can make our neighborhood a model for a sustainable future.

Projects

Fundamentally, we believe that there is no one solution to creating a sustainable society.  Consequently, we seek a diversity of strategies and actions to improve our neighborhood.  Below are a list of some of past and present projects that are ongoing; however, we encourage you to contact us if you have other ideas or interests.
Learn About Our Current Projects