Sustainable Vancouver

sus·tain·abil·i·ty [s&s-'stA-n&-'bi-l&-tE], noun
1: capability of being sustained; 2a: of, relating to, or being a method of harvesting or using a resource so that the resource is not depleted or permanently damaged <sustainable techniques> <sustainable agriculture> b: of or relating to a lifestyle involving the use of sustainable methods <sustainable society>

Green Ribbon Panel

Engaging the community in creating sustainable strategies for healthy environment, quality of life and economic vitality.

Ensuring a more sustainable Vancouver means working throughout the city, within municipal departments and out in the community with citizens, businesses and organizations to meet the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs. It means coordinating efforts to use resources efficiently, reduce waste, prevent pollution and environmental impacts and more. It means taking into account our shared objectives for a healthy environment, quality of life and economic vitality. Sustainability asks all of us, as a community, to participate in a nonpartisan way to preserve our future.

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The Study - Code Barriers for Sustainable, Affordable, Residential Development

Using the Living Building Challenge criteria and six case studies from our region, the City of Vancouver, Clark County, and Cascadia Region Green Building Council have identified our regulatory barriers to sustainable, affordable, residential development. This work was supported by a grant from the Washington Department of Community, Trade, and Economic Development.

Note: Summary of the carbon footprint of residents, businesses and government inside the city limits.

Read about our Green Ribbon Panel, helping the City of Vancouver forge a sustainability policy and plan.

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