Partners

The partners listed here collaborated with the City of Charlotte in the development of the City’s Energy Strategy in 2009. Their input was key to the creation of our strategy and project ideas for Charlotte’s application to receive Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block grant funding. We continue to work together to develop energy initiatives to further our community’s efforts to become a green energy leader.

Bank of America

In March 2007, Bank of America committed $20 billion over 10 years to lead environmental responsibility. Led by an Environmental Council comprising senior bank leaders across business lines reporting to the Chief Executive Officer and supported by newly developed policies and procedures, this systemic effort will help our customers take actions to address global climate change....view partner details >

Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC)

The Geomatics and Sustainability Division at Central Piedmont Community College (CPCC) is dedicated to providing leadership throughout the region in environmental modeling and sustainable development. The division offers a variety of educational opportunities as well as outreach efforts that will help our community live and work in a more sustainable manner and obtain employment within the burgeoning sustainability and geospatial technology fields....view partner details >

Charlotte Center City Partners

Charlotte Center City Partners facilitates and promotes the economic and cultural development of the urban core....view partner details >

Charlotte Chamber of Commerce

The Charlotte Chamber of Commerce is a valuable resource for businesses throughout the Greater Charlotte area. Included in the many things the Chamber does for the community is our attention to creating a sustainable Charlotte. Their website is a great resource for programs and companies providing green-friendly products and services....view partner details >

Clean Air Carolina

For over nine years, Clean Air Carolina (formerly Carolinas Clean Air Coalition) has been the primary organization in the Charlotte region working for your health by focusing all our efforts on achieving the cleanest, most breathable air possible. Our mission is to ensure cleaner air quality for all of us by educating the community about how air quality affects our health, advocating for stronger clean air policies, and partnering with other organizations committed to cleaner air and sustainable practices. We are based in Charlotte and maintain a regional and statewide influence. Clean Air Carolina has grown from an all-volunteer organization in 2002 to a core of paid staff and several dozen active volunteers working on clean air campaigns. Issues being addressed in our campaigns include cleaner vehicle emissions, health-awareness in the community and cleaner energy options....view partner details >

Discovery Place

Discovery Place is dedicated to providing high-quality, high-energy science experiences that enlighten, educate and inspire. Programs and classes are available for all ages, from the littlest scientist just starting to explore to adults who have traveled the world....view partner details >

Duke Energy

At Duke Energy, supporting the health and welfare of our communities is directly tied to our commitment to sustainability. We believe that the decisions we make today will determine our long-term prospects as a company. One of those decisions is to ensure our communities have the resources and support they need to thrive, now and well into the future....view partner details >

Mecklenburg County

Protecting the environment for the benefit of future generations is always in the public's interest. For that reason, Mecklenburg County officials have for many years tracked the state of the environment, acknowledged that intervention is necessary in the face of rapid growth, and taken actions to protect natural resources....view partner details >

Piedmont Natural Gas

Piedmont Natural Gas is the trusted natural gas provider for more than 1 million residential and business customers in North Carolina, South Carolina and Tennessee. We've been in operation for more than 50 years. We believe our success is due to the high-quality service we provide, and to the relationships we've formed in our communities....view partner details >

Sierra Club

Since 1892, the Sierra Club has been working to protect communities, wild places, and the planet itself. We are the oldest, largest, and most influential grassroots environmental organization in the United States...view partner details >

Wells Fargo/Wachovia

We strive to bring a greater connection between banking and the environment by serving as environmental leaders in all that we do. This means operating more efficiently, engaging our team members to make a difference through everyday actions, investing in the sustainable projects and development of our communities, and supporting long-term customer relationships helping our customers be successful through innovative products and services....view partner details >