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# Baltimore Office of Sustainability

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- [Notice of Opportunity for Public Comment](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2026/07/notice-of-opportunity-for-public-comment/) - Baltimore City proposes to redevelop and expand the Western Sanitation Yard located at 701 Reedbird Avenue, Baltimore MD 21225 to improve parking, staff facilities, circulation, safety and traffic flow. The project will modernize the facility, support growing service demands, and provide a safer and more functional environment for sanitation workers and residents. The existing facility
- [2025 Sustainability Open House](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2025/06/2025-sustainability-open-house/) - Hosted by the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, this event will be guided by the framework of Baltimore’s Sustainability Plan with a focus on building community partnerships, showcasing local resilience initiatives, and promoting environmental literacy for all. This all-ages event will spotlight some of the incredible work underway in Baltimore to make the city a safer,
- [Commission on Sustainability November Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/10/commission-on-sustainability-november-meeting-2/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The October meeting, Wednesday November 20th from 4-6pm, will continue our series of meetings on the topic of Climate Action, first focusing on the Transportation sector. Register to attend on
- [Commission on Sustainability October Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/10/commission-on-sustainability-october-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The October meeting, Wednesday October 16th from 4-6pm, will kick off our series of meetings on the topic of Climate Action, first focusing on the Waste sector. Register to attend
- [Sustainability Commission September Meeting: Speed Networking for Building Energy Resources](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/09/sustainability-commission-september-meeting-speed-networking-for-building-energy-resources/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Join us on September 18th from 5:00 to 8:00pm at the Montgomery Park Business Center (1800 Washington Boulevard) for a meeting of the Baltimore Commission on Sustainability. The meeting will feature Speed
- [Commission on Sustainability Special Meeting - September 23rd](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/09/commission-on-sustainability-special-meeting-september-23rd/) - The Commission on Sustainability will hold a special meeting on Monday, September 23rd as a virtual meeting. The agenda for the meeting will include: Discussion of City Council Bill 24-0507 - Study and Report - Infrastructure and Urban Meadows, which has been referred to the Commission by the City Council Discussion of a new Commission
- [Commission on Sustainability August Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/08/commission-on-sustainability-august-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The August meeting, Wednesday August 21st from 4-6pm, will continue our series of meetings on the topics of Energy & Economy, first focusing on programs and resources supporting energy efficiency
- [Comprehensive Bag Reduction Act](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/12/7461/) - On Wednesday, January 6, 2021, Mayor Brandon M. Scott signed an Executive Order postponing implementation of Ordinance 20-337: Comprehensive Bag Reduction in response to the continuous impact of COVID-19 on residents and businesses, effective immediately. The Comprehensive Bag Reduction ordinance, commonly known as Baltimore’s plastic bag ban, was originally slated for implementation on January 13, 2021.
- [2024 Sustainability Open House](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/05/2024-sustainability-open-house/) - Hosted by the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, this event will introduce Baltimore’s latest Climate Action and Disaster Preparedness Plans with activities, games, resources to help you play a role in helping Baltimore reach its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2045. This all-ages event will spotlight some of the incredible work underway in Baltimore to
- [Sustainability Commission 2024 Meeting Calendar](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/05/sustainability-commission-2024-meeting-calendar/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Topics for upcoming meetings in 2024 will focus on Energy, Economy, and Climate Action.
- [Special Joint Meeting of the Sustainability and Planning Commissions](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/05/special-joint-meeting-of-the-sustainability-and-planning-commissions/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The May meeting will be a special joint meeting with the Planning Commission, featuring a presentation on the release of the Draft Comprehensive Master Plan – Our Baltimore.
- [Commission on Sustainability March Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/02/baltimore-city-commission-on-sustainability-march-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Each month we will explore strategies and action items outlined in the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, highlighting local partners supporting these efforts. Meetings will also include important updates
- [Commission on Sustainability April Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2024/03/april-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Each month we will explore strategies and action items outlined in the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, highlighting local partners supporting these efforts. Meetings will also include important updates
- [Commission on Sustainability February Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2023/02/commission-on-sustainability-february-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Each month we will explore strategies and action items outlined in the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, highlighting local partners supporting these efforts. Meetings will also include important updates
- [Revised Vacant Lots Framework](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/03/revised-vacant-lots-framework/) - The Department of Planning has produced a framework to help Baltimore City residents get vacant lots in their community converted into amenities! View the framework here.
- [DP3 2021 Status Report](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/10/dp3-2021-status-report/) - The 2018 Baltimore City Disaster Preparedness and Planning Project, or DP3, is Baltimore's all-hazard mitigation and climate adaptation plan. The plan identifies natural hazards that the city is vulnerable to, such as flooding and extreme heat, and delineates strategies and actions to help the city both mitigate and adapt to impacts. We've completed a 2021
- [Prevent Basement Seepage](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/09/prevent-basement-seepage/) - Basement water seepage is a private property issue that can create frustration amongst Baltimore homeowners. The problem can happen in structures located anywhere in the city, not just ones near streams, lakes, and the coastline. The cause of basement water seepage problems can be one particular item or a combination of many. Problems are often related
- [Commission Meeting on September 22, 4pm-6pm](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/09/commission-meeting-on-september-22-4pm-6pm/) - The meeting can be attended via this link: https://bmore.webex.com/bmore/j.php?MTID=m0be747a511f48aa0e91cf2d1d925b1e1
- [Now Recruiting: Youth Sustainability Coordinator](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/08/now-recruiting-youth-sustainability-coordinator/) - We are currently recruiting a Youth Sustainability Coordinator to support Baltimore’s Cities Connecting Children to Nature initiative (BCCCN)! BCCCN is a multi-faceted, multi-partner effort to ensure equitable access to the benefits of nature for all of Baltimore’s youth. The deadline to apply is Friday, September 24th, 2021. This is a one-year, hourly ($26/hour) contract position
- [Nature Nurtures 2021: Workshop Series Summary](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/07/nature-nurtures-2021-workshop-series-summary/) - The Baltimore Connecting Children to Nature (BCCN) team held its second annual Nature Nurtures Workshop Series from June 18, 2021 - July 8, 2021 to provide Trauma-Informed Care trainings, workshops on integrating nature into daily practices, youth perspectives on healing in nature, and opportunities to reignite connections with each other and our surroundings. This series is part of
- [Nature Nurtures 2021: Free workshops on youth, healing, and the outdoors in Baltimore from June 18th-July 8th](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/06/nature-nurtures-2021-free-workshops-on-youth-healing-and-the-outdoors-in-baltimore-from-june-18th-july-8th/) - Join Baltimore's Cities Connecting Children to Nature team for the free Nature Nurtures 2021 workshop series! As part of our initiative to increase equitable access to nature in Baltimore City, our Cities Connecting Children to Nature team is hosting workshops to foster cross-sector communication and share the wealth of information that educators, childcare providers, and health experts each bring to the table
- [April 2021 Sustainability Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/04/7877/) - At this month's Sustainability Commission, Commissioners will be going over the latest Maryland legislative session. Download the Commission meeting agenda. Attend the meeting through this WebEx link. 
- [March 17th Sustainability Commission Meeting Canceled](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/03/march-17th-sustainability-commission-canceled/) - The March 17th Sustainability Commission meeting has been canceled. Stay tuned to our social media and event calendar to find out when April's meeting will take place
- [DPW Releases RFI for Waste Reduction and Diversion](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/02/dpw-releases-rfi-for-waste-reduction-and-diversion/) - The Baltimore City Department of Public Works has issued a Request for Information for citywide waste reduction and diversion activities. If you think your businesses or nonprofit could partner with the City of Baltimore to reduce waste citywide, please visit https://emma.maryland.gov/page.aspx/en/bpm/process_manage_extranet/31101 and consider responding to this RFI.
- [#EveryStoryCounts -- Sandra McKenzie](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2021/01/everystorycounts-sandra-mckenzie/) - Our church, God is King Center, was located in Beltsville, and our Pastor, Moise Wang, told us that the Lord said we were supposed to move to Baltimore because that's where He wanted us. And to be honest with you, at first I'm like… the Lord told YOU to move to Baltimore, not me! This is
- [#EveryStoryCounts -- Billy Humphrey](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/12/everystorycounts-billy-humphrey/) - I moved a lot as a boy, but I’m a south Baltimore guy. I’ve lived in Brooklyn, which is the city, I’ve lived in Brooklyn Park, which is Anne Arundel county, I’ve lived in Lansdowne in Baltimore County – I moved a lot. But when I reflect back over my childhood, my one stability is
- ["Compost Matters--But Food Matters More"](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/12/compost-matters-but-food-matters-more/) - Baltimore City has been partnering with the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) since 2018 to eliminate food waste through the Food Matters program. The team has been working towards increasing composting in the city, but more importantly is promoting the prevention of food waste in the first place. A recent blog post co-written by Sophia
- [#EveryStoryCounts -- Monica Lapenta](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/10/everystorycounts-monica-lapenta/) - BACFAD (Be a Chef for a Day) is a healthy eating program that teaches all people of all ages to cook healthy meals and create a food budget; our students learn cooking skills while absorbing valuable information about diet and nutrition. The sudden onset of the pandemic meant that on March 16th, we had to
- [#EveryStoryCounts -- Dorothy Kielian](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/11/everystorycounts-dorothy-kielian/) - I live in East Baltimore City. I am part of the neighborhood association, lead Epic Church Outreach in this area, and love my neighborhood. When Covid closings began, I never thought it was going to go more than a few months. As weeks rolled by, I myself was struggling with the isolation factor; NO church,
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Greening Resources](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/07/everystorycounts-greening-resources/) - Are You Like Cynthia? Do you want to bring greening to your community or are you already working on a citizen-led greenspace project? Baltimore City offers many resources and programs to help you do more, as do our many partner organizations and allies . . . Baltimore City Baltimore Green Network The Baltimore Green Network is a City-led effort to use sustainable,
- [Office of Sustainability Internship Opportunity](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/09/office-of-sustainability-internship-opportunity/) - The Baltimore Office of Sustainability is currently seeking up to two part-time interns to work with us (5-16 hours/week) this fall on two (2) separate projects. The intern positions will be fully remote. The Sustainability Data and Metrics Intern will support the implementation of the new Sustainability Transparency and Accountability Tracking System (STATS) database, which
- [#EveryStoryCounts – Sabrina Martin](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/09/everystorycounts-sabrina-martin/) - I went to school for mental health and addiction counseling, so my passion was to work with adverse populations. I have a son with special needs and then I had a son with substance use concerns. I've worked with the Matthew Henson Community Association, and I'm a peer support specialist for a nonprofit – all
- [#EveryStoryCounts – Torbin Green](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/08/everystorycounts-torbin-green/) - I started volunteering at St. Francis Neighborhood Center in 2013 and then a few months later, there was a position that opened up and I was so impressed with what was going on, I wanted to be part of the team. Now I’m at the point where I’m hiring people to do certain things, because
- [Summer 2020 Interns and Fellows!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/08/summer-2020-interns-and-fellows/) - Throughout the Summer of 2020, the Office of Sustainability was fortunate enough to work with 3 Fellows--Jessica Flynn, Bryan Thomson, and Favour Okhuevbie--and YouthWorks Intern Zaniya Williams. The rest of the Planning Department also had 3 additional fellows--Tiaira Robinson, Jeremy Hoffner, and Mercy Iyere. Though the vast majority of their time ended up being virtual,
- [Virus epidemic under control](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/06/virus-epidemic-under-control/) - Maybe he has a little friend that lives right over here. At home you have unlimited time. Son of a gun. And maybe a little bush lives there. A happy cloud.
- [Public transportation update](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/06/public-transportation-update/) - You better get your coat out, this is going to be a cold painting. So often we avoid running water, and running water is a lot of fun. Isn't it great to do something you can't fail at?
- [Opening hours during holidays](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/06/opening-hours-during-holidays/) - You better get your coat out, this is going to be a cold painting. So often we avoid running water, and running water is a lot of fun. Isn't it great to do something you can't fail at?
- [Weather alert!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/06/weather-alert/) - Go out on a limb - that's where the fruit is. And just raise cain. Clouds are free they come and go as they please. Let's put some happy little bushes on the other side now.
- [Population increases](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/06/population-increases/) - You better get your coat out, this is going to be a cold painting. So often we avoid running water, and running water is a lot of fun. Isn't it great to do something you can't fail at?
- [FEMA Extends Grace Period for Flood Insurance Renewal Premiums](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/03/march-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-rescheduled/) - FEMA continues to take proactive steps to address the COVID-19 pandemic. To help serve its National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) customers who may be experiencing financial hardships, the agency is extending the grace period to renew flood insurance policies from 30 to 120 days. This extension applies to NFIP flood insurance policies with an expiration
- [National Museum opening doors again](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/04/national-museum-opening-doors-again/) - Go out on a limb - that's where the fruit is. And just raise cain. Clouds are free they come and go as they please. Let's put some happy little bushes on the other side now.
- [Nature Nurtures Symposium Recap](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/03/nature-nurtures-symposium-recap/) - On March 7, 2020, the Cities Connecting Children to Nature (CCCN) team held its Nature Nurtures Symposium to provide Trauma-Informed Care trainings, workshops on integrating nature into daily practices, youth stories, and networking opportunities to its attendees. The event, held at Digital Harbor High School, was attended by 159 members of the health, early childcare, education, and environmental communities from around Baltimore City, and is part
- [Open street festival](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/03/open-street-festival/) - Maybe he has a little friend that lives right over here. At home you have unlimited time. Son of a gun. And maybe a little bush lives there. A happy cloud.
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Farmer Chippy](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/02/everystorycounts-farmer-chippy/) - [The choice to share this interview in the speaker’s dialect is his own.] I’m an Ital Man from Trinidad & Tobago, coming from the Caribbean, picking herbs and veggies from yuh back yard is a normal thing. Either yuh get it at the market or from a local farmer. Many times I would walk over
- [New housing development](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/02/new-housing-development/) - Maybe he has a little friend that lives right over here. At home you have unlimited time. Son of a gun. And maybe a little bush lives there. A happy cloud.
- [Annual water quality report](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/02/annual-water-quality-report/) - Maybe he has a little friend that lives right over here. At home you have unlimited time. Son of a gun. And maybe a little bush lives there. A happy cloud.
- [January Newsletter](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/01/january-newsletter/) - Our Office started a monthly newsletter with the goals of increasing awareness of the 2019 Sustainability Plan, improving transparency and accountability around the work of our Office, and highlighting the work of our amazing partners in sustainability. You can sign up for the newsletter and access the January Issue here.
- [Recycling and waste](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/01/recycling-and-waste/) - You better get your coat out, this is going to be a cold painting. So often we avoid running water, and running water is a lot of fun. Isn't it great to do something you can't fail at?
- [The best place to live](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2020/01/the-best-place-to-live/) - Go out on a limb - that's where the fruit is. And just raise cain. Clouds are free they come and go as they please. Let's put some happy little bushes on the other side now.
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Cynthia Tensley](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/11/everystorycounts-cynthia-tensley/) - Often the key ingredient in a thriving Baltimore community is the quiet dedication of a giving neighbor. Southwest Baltimore is fortunate because Cynthia Tensley calls the Carrollton Ridge neighborhood her home. Inspired by her faith and the joy in helping others, you’ll usually catch Cynthia and her dog Miles outdoors, connecting with their neighbors. Carrollton Ridge
- [Webinar on Becoming a 'Green' YouthWorks Site](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/12/webinar-on-becoming-a-green-youthworks-site/) - On December 6, 2019, Baltimore's Cities Connecting Children to Nature team hosted a webinar on becoming a "Green" YouthWorks host site. The webinar is part of a larger strategy to increase youth exposure to nature-based environmental careers, and targets environmental and outdoor-based organizations that might be interested in hosting summer YouthWorkers. The webinar covers logistics
- [Request for Proposals for website update](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/12/request-for-proposals-for-website-update/) - NOTE: Deadline extended to 12/30/19. The Baltimore Office of Sustainability is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for qualified consultant/firms to provide web marketing and design skills and to conduct an update to our website. Proposals will be solicited from qualified consultants to work with the City for up to a one-year period. Our website
- [Now Hiring: Food System Planner](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/12/now-hiring-food-system-planner/) - The City of Baltimore Department of Planning is in search of a Food System Planner within the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative. This Food System Planner will function as the lead on community food planning and land use within the Food Policy Division. This is an exciting opportunity to use land use and community planning skills
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Cynthia Gross](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/07/everystorycounts-cynthia-gross/) - I’m not a professional "green" person. I was never a "green" person until I became president of the community association, so now you'll see me on Saturdays and Sunday picking up trash from the lots, because it needs to be done. We have over 100 lots in the community that are vacant and abandoned. We've
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Chris Redwood](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/08/3163-2/) - Thanks to Chris Redwood in Southwest for adding his voice to our #EveryStoryCounts campaign! Share yours words and images with us at sustainability@baltimorecity.gov. "Here in Southwest Baltimore, three neighborhood associations formed a consortium to transform vacant city-owned lots into functioning, beautiful green spaces that can be used for artistic and community activities. This consortium is
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Van Brooks](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/08/everystorycounts-van-brooks/) - I was a three-sport athlete at Loyola Blakefield High with a huge national following. In my junior year, I broke my neck playing football. I was paralyzed from the neck down. The doctor said "Mr. Brooks, you'll be in this state the rest of your life." I was on a ventilator, couldn't talk, couldn't eat
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Teacher Supply Swap](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/09/everystorycounts-teacher-supply-swap/) - "I'm the Director of the Baltimore Teacher Supply Swap, a non-profit organization that equips teachers and families with school supplies by repurposing supplies others no longer need. We collect donations of materials that would otherwise go to waste from teachers, schools, and businesses. Then, we make them available at our "free store" for anyone who
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Returning Citizens](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/11/everystorycounts-returning-citizens/) - Are You Inspired by Alex's Story? Successful re-entry for our returning citizens helps to break down the harmful prison cycle in our country that often leads to invisible life sentences for both struggling youth and adults. Concrete pathways to employment and community re-entry not only helps to reduce crime but allows those who have served their sentence
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Robbyn Lewis](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/09/everystorycounts-robbyn-lewis/) - It was a grey, ugly alley — illegal dumping, a place you didn't want to go. I thought, "We need to do something big." Then a neighbor said "Let's just paint the whole thing." Even I hadn't thought that big. How wonderful is that? We measured it — 4,800 square feet. It was crazy, but
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Black Entrepreneurship](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/10/everystorycounts-black-entrepreneurship/) - Are You Like Rasheed? Creating an inclusive economy where all members of the community can thrive is crucial to building a sustainable and resilient city. By fostering opportunities for entrepreneurs of color and other minorities we can help break down barriers of exclusion and form the meaningful connections that build wealth for us all. Baltimore’s
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Rasheed Aziz](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/10/everystorycounts-rasheed-aziz/) - "We started with a couple of mobile carts selling water and juice down at the Inner Harbor. It was a way to create opportunities for youth in the summer. Today it’s Frozen Desert Sorbet - a youth-run business with 20 carts across the city, a café, and a private label for wholesale customers. We’re the
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Sabriyah Hassan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/11/everystorycounts-sabriyah-hassan/) - "I was a school teacher and my kids never wanted to leave. They wanted to come on evenings, weekends. Pretty soon we realized what was going on — they had no resources, no activities, nothing meaningful to do when they went home. That’s how Team Triumphant came about. We wanted to create a “world of
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Alex Smith](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/11/everystorycounts-alex-smith/) - "I went to prison at 18. I was moving too fast. I wanted everything yesterday. The inner-city environment breeds a hunger. I wanted to change my life, change the view that I saw out my window. People out there risking life, limb, and liberty in the street every day aren’t doing it for tennis shoes.
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Earl Johnson](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/09/everystorycounts-earl-johnson/) - They kept coming by the farm, walking past looking to see what was going on. Then I asked if they want to work, and they showed up. They learned how to plant seeds, how to take the measuring tape and properly space them, how to rake up the weeds. They picked up on it all
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Christiana + The HOPE Project](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/12/everystorycounts-christiana-the-hope-project/) - "I was in Build-a-Bear. I was coming up on what would have been my due date and I was looking for an outfit for my son. A woman overheard me tell the salesperson I’d had a miscarriage and said she’d been attending this group for women who’d gone through that. I was totally against it
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Dave Landymore](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/01/everystorycounts-dave/) - In the Marine Corps, I served in Iraq, Southeast Asia, Africa. But I’d been living in Baltimore for a year and I had zero awareness of neighborhoods outside of Canton or Fell’s Point. They tried describing to me where Oliver was and nothing was sticking. That first volunteer event opened my eyes. It opened me
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Aida Medina](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/everystorycounts-aida-medina/) - Español The truth is it’s very important to have a way to communicate in your own language. I’ve been to many meetings of neighborhood associations who want to reach the Latino community. But even if they have information in Spanish, or provide translation, in the end there are things you can’t express. I’ve been here
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Anabel Dominguez](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/everystorycounts-anabel-dominguez/) - Español I’m from Mexico and I’ve lived here in Baltimore City for eleven years. We started our group to make our concerns public, to have a voice. Whatever happens in our community, Latinos have always remained silent because of fear, of what will happen to those who are undocumented. But we have a voice and
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Consuelo Correa](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/everystorycounts-consuelo-correa/) - Español I had never been in any group but I thought it was important to do something for our Latino community. There are many issues we face and I saw the need to educate ourselves and inform others. I knew it wouldn’t be easy but I also knew that if we took the time we
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Fabiola Lopez](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/everystorycounts-fabiola-lopez/) - Español In my case, I don’t speak English. I’ve been invited to attend community meetings with the police, even meetings where I knew there’d be translation. But I didn’t dare. Why? Because I know I’m going to be the only one there like me and I feel uncomfortable. It’s not that people are rude, not
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Latino Community](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/02/everystorycounts-latino-community/) - Are you like Fabiola, Rocio, Anabel, Consuelo, and Aida? Español Do you want to help Latinos in your community find the resources they need? Do you need assistance navigating things like speaking with the police or a lawyer, finding affordable medical care or buying a house or car? Making sure that Baltimore’s growing Latino population
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Comité Latino de Baltimore](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/02/everystorycounts-comite-latino-de-baltimore/) - Español Consuelo Correa: For me, the most frustrating thing is when someone comes with a need and you can’t help. Say they’re sick and they don’t know where to go, you can’t speak English fluently and you have no information. Now that we have the Comité, organizations come to us and we can share the
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Inez Robb](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/everystorycounts-inez-robb/) - Everybody who knows me, knows that I say it like it is. I don't care if you're in Roland Park, Canton, Harbor East, or Sandtown-Winchester, you should treat everybody the same. The bottom line is love. We have got to love each other, period. Whether you’re a police officer, a resident, a young person, or
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Brian Arnold](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/everystorycounts-brian-arnold/) - The first time we couldn't believe it. We were standing on the other side of the bank while the flood was happening, just hysterical. We came back here the next morning and opened the door on this complete ruin. Then we started trying to figure out what the hell to do next, without really knowing.
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Eric Jackson](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/everystorycounts-eric-jackson/) - I start the narrative with my ancestors, who taught me so much about food. My grandmother taught me about not throwing food away, about never wasting. Not composting, because she didn't know about composting, but when I learned about it myself I was like, “That's what grandma was trying to teach me!" Someone once said
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Ken Tozzi](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/everystorycounts-ken-tozzi/) - I grew up loving baseball. It taught me how to win, how to lose, how to lead, and how to follow. It taught me humility and patience — skills that I wanted my students to understand and build on. So my first year teaching at Baltimore City Schools, I just knew that I wanted to
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Youth Empowerment + Mentoring](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/08/everystorycounts-youth-empowerment-mentoring/) - Are you like Van? Do you want to amplify the voices of Baltimore youth and empower them to achieve success? Young people are the future of our city, and ensuring they have access to resources and support systems is key to making that future sustainable. Baltimore Office of Sustainability and our network of partner organizations
- [#EveryStoryCounts – Trash + Stormwater Resources](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/08/everystorycounts-trash-stormwater-resources/) - Are You Like Robbyn? Do you want to keep your neighborhood and our harbor free of trash? Baltimore Office of Sustainability and our network of partner organizations offer a wide range of resources and opportunities to help you do just that. Know of another organization that should be on the list? Let us know at sustainability@baltimorecity.gov. See how
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Community Service](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/01/everystorycounts-community-service/) - Are you like Dave? Do you want to give back to your community? Do you want to organize a volunteer day to lend a helping hand to those in needs? Volunteering allows people to deepen their involvement in the issues they are passionate about while building capacity for nonprofit organizations. The Baltimore Office of Sustainability
- [Baltimore City Foam Ban now in effect](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/10/baltimore-city-foam-ban-now-in-effect/) - The Baltimore City Council ordinance banning expanded polystyrene foam food containers in Baltimore City went into effect on Saturday, October 19, 2019 and applies to all food service businesses. Learn more: https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-city-foam-ban/
- [Baltimore City's foam ban goes into effect Saturday October 19, 2019](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/10/baltimore-citys-foam-ban-goes-into-effect-saturday-october-19-2019/) - The City Council ordinance banning expanded polystyrene foam food containers in Baltimore City goes into effect Saturday, October 19, 2019 and applies to all food service businesses. Click here for more information.
- [Resources Available for Those Affected by Last Week's Flood](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/08/resources-available-for-those-affected-by-last-weeks-flood/) - Last week, our city saw serious flooding, especially in southeast Baltimore. The Mayor's Office of Emergency Management has set up a Disaster Assistance Center at Perkins Homes, which is open today through Saturday. Please help spread the word! (click for a larger version) If your car was flooded, what are your options? We've added
- [Baltimore Sustainability Plan Signed into Law](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/04/baltimore-sustainability-plan-signed-into-law/) - On Earth Day, April 22nd, 2019, Ex Officio Mayor Jack Young formally signed the bill formally adopting the new 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan for our city! You can watch a video of the bill signing here: https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=282305336041503 Baltimore's first Sustainability Plan was adopted just over a decade ago, in March 2009. The updated plan is the
- [March Commission on Sustainability meeting tonight](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/03/march-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-tonight/) - We welcome you to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability tonight, Wednesday, March 20th from 4-6pm. This month's topic is transportation. If you can't visit us in person (417 E. Fayette St., 8th floor, Baltimore, MD, 21202), you can livestream the meeting here: https://livestream.com/accounts/17371294/events/8607512
- [FEMA Issues New Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and Study of the City of Baltimore](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/02/fema-issues-new-preliminary-flood-insurance-rate-maps-and-study-of-the-city-of-baltimore/) - On December 26, 2018, the Federal Emergency Management Agency issued new Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps and a Flood Insurance Study of the City of Baltimore. Click here to access! Also see this helpful Fact Sheet. The Department of Planning is a repository for all FEMA Map products for the City of Baltimore. These products
- [Urban Farmer Sought for Natural Dyeing Initiative](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2019/01/urban-farmer-sought-for-natural-dyeing-initiative/) - The Maryland Agricultural & Resource-Based Industry Development Corporation has released a Request for Proposals for a farmer to establish, maintain and deliver Natural Dye plant products by transforming a portion of a vacant lot in West Baltimore. The lot will be transformed into a demonstration urban farm that produces crops to make natural dyes for
- [Mayor Pugh Announces Plan to Reduce Food Waste in Baltimore](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2018/09/mayor-pugh-announces-plan-to-reduce-food-waste-in-baltimore/) - On Wednesday, September 5th, 2018, Mayor Catherine E. Pugh announced a new partnership with the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) with funding from The Rockefeller Foundation to address Baltimore’s food waste and recovery policies. Additionally, Mayor Pugh announced the release of the Baltimore Food Waste & Recovery Strategy which was produced by the Baltimore Office
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Healthy Food](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/09/everystorycounts-healthy-food/) - Are you like Earl? Do you want to bring healthy food to your community? Growing a garden or starting a farm doesn’t just increase access to fresh food; it brings people closer and strengthens neighborhoods by putting vacant land to good use. Baltimore Office of Sustainability and our network of partner organizations offer a wide range of
- [Park Heights Sculpture Contest-You Could Win Up to $5,000](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2018/06/park-heights-sculpture-contest/) - The Baltimore Office of Sustainability’s Baltimore Green Network and Baltimore Office of Promotion & The Arts welcome proposals for sculptures and installations to be installed as part of the 2018-2019 season of the Lots Alive outdoor sculpture program. Winning proposals will be eligible for grants up to $5,000. Lots Alive supports the creation of temporary outdoor sculpture sited on
- [Join us for the Annual Sustainability Open House on April 11th!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2018/03/join-us-for-the-annual-sustainability-open-house-on-april-11th/) - Please join us for the Baltimore Office of Sustainability's Annual Open House (formerly called the annual town hall) for a fun night of cool activities, delicious food, free trees, and more! This will be the last opportunity to comment on the updated Baltimore Sustainability Plan before it's finalized. FREE Parking across the street at the
- [Baltimore Green Network Plan Draft Release & Public Meeting on 3/15/18](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2018/03/baltimore-green-network-plan-draft-release-public-meeting-on-31518/) - Baltimore's Office of Sustainability and Department of Planning invite you to join us on Thursday, March 15th to learn about the Draft release of the Baltimore Green Network Plan. We will be meeting at Mother Seton Academy (2215 Greenmount Avenue) from 6:30-8pm. Snacks will be provided. This plan was produced with the input of hundreds
- [New Stormwater Remediation Fee Regulations](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/09/new-stormwater-remediation-fee-regulations/) - Since 2013, property owners in Baltimore have paid a stormwater fee to help clean up the Chesapeake Bay, based on the amount of impervious surface on their land. But did you know that certain non-profits can get the fee waived, and that you can get your fee reduced by volunteering or doing simple things like
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Daniel Wells](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/everystorycounts-daniel-wells/) - I grew up in Dundalk. It's very similar to Hampden where you had a bunch of jobs and industry that went away. So when I opened a business here, I immediately related to the community. The people that have lived here their whole life are just like the people I grew up with. I worked
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Roxane Prettyman](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/everystorycounts-roxane-prettyman/) - I’m a life-long resident of Sandtown-Winchester, a mother, and a Ravens fan of course! When I was growing up, my mother was always helping our community. So when I had my daughter, I started looking for ways I could do the same. I love to help people — I get joy from it. Year after
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Inez Robb + Roxane Prettyman](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/everystorycounts-inez-robb-roxane-prettyman/) - Inez Robb: When the City came to us about creating a Resiliency Hub — where people can go to get what they need in the face of all kinds of hardship — I thought this church would be a perfect place. We’ve been doing this kind of work for years. If the community needs something, they
- [Sustainability Town Hall 2017 on 4.18.17](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/04/sustainability-town-hall-2017-on-4-18-17/) - Join the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, our partners, and like-minded citizens on Tuesday, April 18th from 6-8pm at the American Brewery building (1701 N. Gay St.) for our Annual Sustainability Town Hall! We need your help to review our updated city-wide Sustainability Plan and create a more sustainable and equitable Baltimore together. LEARN, ENGAGE, CONNECT
- [#CadaHistoriaCuenta – Comunidad Latina](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/02/cadahistoriacuenta-comunidad-latino/) - Usted es como Fabiola, Rocio, Anabel, Consuelo, y Aida? English Usted quiere ayudar a Latinos en su comunidad a encontrar los recursos que necesitan? Usted necesita ayuda en navegar cosas como hablar con la policía o abogados, encontrar ayuda médica asequible, o comprar una casa o un auto? Asegurar que la población Latina creciente de Baltimore está
- [Leaders Work to Reduce Waste at the Baltimore Beyond Plastic Youth Summit](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/leaders-work-to-reduce-waste-at-the-baltimore-beyond-plastic-youth-summit/) - Shout out to Claire Wayner and Mercedes Thompson for their tireless work to reduce plastic! In their roles as Baltimore Community Foundation interns working out of the Office of Sustainability, Baltimore Polytechnic Institute Seniors Claire Wayner and Mercedes Thompson have been working tirelessly to reduce litter and pollution from plastic foam packaging in our city
- [#EveryStoryCounts -  Noah Smock](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/noah-smock/) - We would like to thank this follower of the #EveryStoryCounts Campaign for submitting a wonderful story on Noah Smock's behalf: As the Executive Director of the Baltimore Community ToolBank (BCT), Noah is privy to a pretty unique purview of Baltimore: meeting those across the city who are involved in various organizations, and their myriad efforts
- [#CadaHistoriaCuenta - Fabiola Lopez](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/cadahistoriacuenta-fabiola-lopez/) - English En mi caso, no hablo inglés. He sido invitado a asistir a reuniones comunitarias con la policía, incluso reuniones donde sabía que habría traducción. Pero no me atreví. ¿Por qué? Porque sé que voy a ser la única allí como yo y me siento incómoda. No es que la gente sea grosera, no en
- [#CadaHistoriaCuenta - Consuelo Correa](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/cadahistoriacuenta-consuelo-correa/) - English Nunca había estado en ningún grupo, pero pensé que era importante hacer algo por nuestra comunidad latina. Hay muchos problemas que enfrentamos y vi la necesidad de educarnos e informar a los demás. Sabía que no sería fácil, pero también sabía que si nos tomamos el tiempo que pudimos hacer que suceda. Para mí,
- [#CadaHistoriaCuenta - Anabel Dominguez](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/cadahistoriacuenta-anabel-dominguez/) - English Soy de México y he vivido aquí en la ciudad de Baltimore por once años. Empezamos nuestro grupo para hacer públicas nuestras preocupaciones, para tener una voz. Independientemente de lo que suceda en nuestra comunidad, los latinos siempre han permanecido en silencio debido al miedo, a lo que sucederá a aquellos que son indocumentados.
- [#CadaHistoriaCuenta - Aida Medina](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/03/cadahistoriacuenta-aida-medina/) - English La verdad es que es muy importante tener una forma de comunicarse en su propio idioma. He estado en muchas reuniones de asociaciones de vecinos que quieren llegar a la comunidad latina. Pero incluso si tienen información en español o traducciones, al final hay cosas que no se pueden expresar. He estado aquí dieciséis
- [#CadaHistoriaCuenta - Comité Latino de Baltimore](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/02/cadahistoriacuenta-comite-latino-de-baltimore/) - English Consuelo Correa: Para mí, lo más frustrante es cuando alguien viene con una necesidad y no puedes ayudar. Digamos que están enfermos y no saben a dónde ir, no pueden hablar inglés con fluidez y no tienen información. Ahora que tenemos el Comité, las organizaciones vienen a nosotras y podemos compartir la información que
- [Kristin Baja - Champion of Change](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/07/3086-2/) - We are immensely proud of our own Kristin Baja - Climate and Resilience Planner at the Office of Sustainability - for being recognized as a Champion of Change by the White House for her service to Baltimore's most vulnerable communities in combating the effects of climate change. (Read more about the award and Kristin's work
- [Grants Workshop on Thursday, 2/9/17](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2017/01/grants-workshop-on-thursday-2917/) - Do you have a project in your park or neighborhood that you've always wanted to work on, but didn't have funding? Come learn about how grants can help you get that funding! This workshop will also discuss how to get a project vetted before starting your grant application and answer any questions you may have.
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Grief + Loss](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/12/everystorycounts-grief-loss/) - Are you like Christiana? Have you suffered a loss that left you struggling with grief? Death and loss can bring up feelings of isolation, anger, or despair. Part of building strong, sustainable communities is ensuring that individuals and families have the support they need after tragedy strikes. Organizations in Baltimore City and nearby offer a
- [#EveryStoryCounts - Youth Empowerment + Mentoring](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/11/everystorycounts-youth-empowerment-mentoring-2/) - Are you like Sabriyah? Do you want to amplify the voices of Baltimore youth and empower them to achieve success? Young people are the future of our city, and ensuring they have access to resources and support systems is key to making that future sustainable. Baltimore Office of Sustainability and our network of partner organizations
- [Made In Baltimore hosts Workshop Wednesdays starting 10/19](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/10/made-in-baltimore-hosts-workshop-wednesdays-starting-1019/) - Calling all makers! Made In Baltimore will be kicking off a breakfast series at Open Works next Wednesday, October 19th from 8-10am. Come out to learn how to get your maker business ready for financing, from experts at local lenders Harbor Bank and PNC. Coffee and snacks will be served! Register via eventbrite here!
- [Baltimore To Receive FEMA Floodplain Award, Residents To Receive Hundreds Of Thousands In Savings](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/06/baltimore-to-receive-fema-floodplain-award-residents-to-receive-hundreds-of-thousands-in-savings/) - Top officials from the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) will visit the City of Baltimore on Wednesday, June 22nd to reward the city for its outstanding achievements in reducing flood risks and increasing community resilience. Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake will accept a special plaque recognizing the city’s proactive floodplain management program and community preparedness work. Because
- [Baltimore Office of Sustainability Awarded Partners for Places Equity Initiative Grant](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/05/baltimore-office-of-sustainability-awarded-partners-for-places-equity-initiative-grant/) - MEDIA ADVISORY For Immediate Release May 9, 2016 Contact hasdai@changingmediagroup.com (410) 215-7079 Baltimore Office of Sustainability Awarded Partners for Places Equity Initiative Grant -Award will ensure social equity is a key consideration and lens in updating and implementing the city of Baltimore’s sustainability plan, in addition to becoming a model that can be replicated and
- [Announcing The Neighborhood Grow Center!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/03/announcing-the-neighborhood-grow-center/) - This April, the Office of Sustainability in partnership with the Department of Public Works, Baltimore Community ToolBank, and Details Deconstruction bring you.... Check out the calendar below and visit neighborhoodgrowcenter.eventbrite.com to sign up for free workshops! The Neighborhood Grow Center has been made possible with the generous support of The Chesapeake Bay Trust and our
- [Mark Your Calendars For The Neighborhood Grow Center!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2016/03/mark-your-calendars-for-the-neighborhood-grow-center/)
- [What can you do](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2015/03/what-can-you-do/) - Baltimore City is dedicated to helping all Baltimoreans make our city more sustainable and resilient. Click here to learn about steps you can take at home, at school, at work, at your business and on the go. We also love partnerships! Find out how your company or organization can get involved and make a difference
- [What we’re doing](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2015/03/what-were-doing/) - Baltimore City's sustainability agenda prepares our city for aging infrastructure, a growing population, changing climate, and a progressing economy. We focus on energy efficiency, renewable energy, waste and recycling, clean air and water, local food systems, education, outreach, alternative transportation, and social equity.
- [What is Sustainability?](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/2015/03/what-is-sustainability/) - Sustainability is improving the quality of human life while balancing the need for environmental protection, societal progress, and economic growth. A sustainable Baltimore is one that maintains the balance between meeting the needs of people today without diminishing the ecosystems upon which future generations rely.
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- [Homepage 6.30.2025](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/) - Resources Sustainability Commission Meeting Minutes and Presentations Past Sustainability Commission meeting resources. About Your Flood Insurance Options Flood insurance resources for Baltimore City residents. Floodplain Construction Permit Resources Floodplain construction forms and FEMA factsheets. Plastic Bag Ban Information Information for the upcoming Plastic Bag Ban. Baltimore City Guide to Home Composting
- [Offset Grants](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/critical-areas/offset-grants/) - Baltimore Environmental Offset 2026 Grants The Office of Sustainability is excited to announce our Environmental Offset Grants awardees for 2026! Our Office partnered with the Baltimore Civic Fund to award nearly $500,000 to eleven local organizations to improve water quality, enhance habitat, and create a more attractive and sustainable environment for Baltimore’s citizens. The Environmental
- [Green Healthy Smart Challenge](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-schools-initiative/green-healthy-smart-challenge/) - Fig 1. Photo from Carl Ziegler at Federal Hill Preparatory School of the school's Green Team-led spring clean-up. What is the Challenge? The Green, Healthy, Smart Challenge (GHSC) is a sustainability funding award program that empowers Baltimore City Public Schools (City Schools) students
- [Commission on Sustainability](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/commision-on-sustainability/) - The Baltimore Commission on Sustainability, a 21-member body with 20 appointed by the Mayor and one city council representative appointed by the City Council President. The Commission oversees the implementation of the Baltimore Sustainability Plan, monitoring and reporting progress annually. The Commission is made up of members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public
- [Youth Sustainability Leadership](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-schools-initiative/leadership/) - Applications for the 2025-2026 school year have closed. Applications for the 2026-2027 school year will open in Fall 2026. What is the Youth Sustainability Leadership program? The Youth Sustainability Leadership (YSL) Program is a high school internship designed to build environmental and social justice leadership among Baltimore City youth. Interns gain hands-on experience working on
- [Baltimore Connecting Children to Nature](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/children-and-nature/) - Context Spending time in nature is incredibly beneficial to the mental, physical, and emotional health of children. Exposing youth to natural spaces can reduce stress levels, increase physical activity, encourage exploration, and create an appreciation and desire to protect the future of our environment. In Baltimore, we have vibrant green spaces encompassing local parks, trails, forests,
- [Staff](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/staff/) - Ava Richardson, Director of Sustainability Ava Richardson first joined the Office of Sustainability in 2018. In her role as the Sustainability Director, she oversees climate mitigation, adaptation and strategic planning aimed to make Baltimore City more sustainable, equitable and resilient. Ava works with the Sustainability team, city agency staff and many partners across the city
- [Forest Conservation](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/forest-conservation/) - Forest Conservation Act Background The Forest Conservation Act was signed into Maryland law in 1991. It establishes rules for development sites that minimize the loss of existing forests and replenish tree cover. The City of Baltimore has adopted local legislation in compliance with the State law, and enforces the Forest Conservation Program for development occurring
- [Disaster Preparedness and Planning Project (DP3)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/disaster-preparedness-plan/) - Jones Falls Flooding, Meadow Mill, May 2018 Climate change related disaters already affect people, businesses and infrastructure in Baltimore. In response to current and increasing future risk, Baltimore created a progressive climate adapation and hazard mitigation plan to help guide our daily activities so they reflect a commitment shared by government, business, and citizens
- [Climate Action Plan Update](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/climate-action-plan-update/) - Baltimore’s first Climate Action Plan (CAP) was written in 2012. Ten years later, we are started the community engagement process to create a new CAP that addresses climate inequities in our city while setting new greenhouse gas emissions goals and strategies. Our updated Climate Action Plan focuses on integrating equity and resilience lenses. This update
- [The Baltimore City Community Resiliency Hub Program](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-resiliency-hub-program/) - Baltimore’s Community Resiliency Hub Program is an innovative and impactful community-centered initiative that increases community capacity to prepare for, withstand, and respond to natural hazard impacts and emergency situations. The goal of this program is to better connect frontline community organizations with focused support and resources so that, in the event of a natural disaster or
- [Critical Areas](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/critical-areas/) - Purpose The State of Maryland requires that the City of Baltimore and other jurisdictions prepare and adopt a Critical Area Management Program (CAMP) to: Improve the water quality of the Bay by controlling pollution from stormwater runoff and; To conserve and protect wildlife habitat along the shoreline of the Bay. Requirements and Standards for Critical
- [Baltimore City Comprehensive Bag Reduction Act](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/bringyourbag/) - As of October 1, 2021, the Comprehensive Bag Reduction Act (Baltimore City Code Article 28 § 32-1, Article 7 §62-1) banned single-use plastic check out bags at the point of sale, pickup, or delivery. Baltimore businesses must charge a minimum of $0.05 for each alternative bag distributed at check out, of which $0.01 must be remitted to the city.
- [Plastic Bag Ban: Information For Retailers](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/for-retailers/) - Baltimore City has implemented the Comprehensive Bag Reduction Act (Baltimore City Code Article 28 § 32-1, Article 7 §62-1), banning single-use plastic check out bags at the point of sale, pickup, or delivery. This means that Baltimore businesses must charge a minimum of $0.05 for each alternative bag distributed at check out, of which $0.01 must be remitted to
- [Baltimore City Plastic Bag Ban](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-city-plastic-bag-ban/) - Effective October 1, 2021, Baltimore City has banned single-use plastic check out bags at the point of sale, pickup, or delivery. Baltimore businesses must charge a minimum of $0.05 for each alternative bag distributed at check out, of which $0.01 must be remitted to the city. Learn more -- For Retailers: details on the text
- [Achievements & Awards](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/achievements/) - STAR Community Rating System STAR Communities is a nonprofit organization that works to evaluate, improve and certify sustainable communities. In an effort to provide a framework for communities to measure their progress towards sustainability goals, STAR Communities developed the first certification program in the nation. In June 2015, Baltimore won national recognition for its efforts
- [Floodplain Forms and Additional Information](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/floodplain-forms-and-additional-information/) - Forms FEMA Forms & Technical Bulletins FEMA Factsheets Floodplain Information Available at the Baltimore City Library Baltimore Housing’s Office of Permits & Building Inspections enforces the Baltimore City Building Code, as well as state laws pertain to construction and occupancy. The Housing Office issues building permits and provides subsequent inspections for construction, alteration, electrical, mechanical
- [Floodplain Management Program](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/floodplain-management-program/) - National Flood Insurance Program Floodplain Code FEMA Risk Map Maryland State Digital Flood Insurance Rate Maps (DFIRMS) Floodplain Permits and Elevation Certificates National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) The NFIP is a Federal program enabling property owners in participating communities to purchase insurance protection against losses from flooding. Participation in the NFIP is based on
- [Disaster Preparedness Project](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/climate-and-resilience/disaster-preparedness-project/) - Background Created in 2013, the Disaster Preparedness and Planning Project Plan develops a unified approach to hazard mitigation and climate adaptation. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) requires every local jurisdiction to adopt an All Hazards Mitigation Plan (AHMP). Dp3 was created as a manner to address existing hazards while simultaneously preparing for those predicted
- [Maps and Code](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/maps-and-code/) - The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) produces Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) which identify areas that are at risk of flooding. FIRMs include statistical information such as data for river flow, storm tides, hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, and rainfall and topographic surveys. Flood hazard areas identified on the Flood Insurance Rate Map are identified as a Special Flood Hazard
- [FEMA Maps](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/maps-and-code/fema-maps/) - Flood Maps The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) produces Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRMs) which identify areas that are at risk of flooding. FIRMs include statistical information such as data for river flow, storm tides, hydrologic/hydraulic analyses, and rainfall and topographic surveys. Flood hazard areas identified on the Flood Insurance Rate Map are identified as a Special
- [Green Schools](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-schools-initiative/green-schools/) - The Maryland Green Schools Award is a nationally recognized program led by the Maryland Association for Environmental & Outdoor Education (MAEOE) which recognizes schools for their efforts in environmental sustainability. Schools that participate in the program empower youth to lead the charge in reducing their environmental impact, promoting environmental literacy, and encouraging community-wide sustainability. The Green Schools program is
- [Outdoor Learning](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/outdoor-learning/) - Baltimore Connecting Children to Nature (BCCN) Strategy 1: Creating a comprehensive plan to engage cross-sector partners to create and expand green schoolyards in Baltimore City Public Schools. Outdoor learning helps young people get the academic, health, and social benefits of connecting to the natural
- [Nature-Focused Youth Summer Programs 2023](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/nature-focused-youth-summer-programs-2023/) - Nature-Focused Youth Summer Programs In & Around Baltimore City – 2023 Information was compiled by the Baltimore Office of Sustainability from web sources and is current as of May 1, 2023. Listing does not imply an endorsement. To suggest corrections or additions, please email: sustainability@baltimorecity.gov. Located in Baltimore City Backyard Basecamp Summer Camp Operated by:
- [Trauma-Informed Care and Nature](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/trauma-informed-care-and-nature/) - Baltimore Connecting Children to Nature (BCCN) Strategy 1: Strengthening partnerships between the health, early childhood, education, and environmental communities. Watch the 7/16/22 recording of a training we hosted on Trauma Informed Care and the Trauma Informed Approach for Youth and Youth Care Givers with Kimberly Lagree-Saleh, LHE, the Assistant Director of the Office of Youth & Trauma
- [Urban Agriculture](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/homegrown-baltimore/urban-agriculture-2/) - Read the City of Baltimore's 2013 Urban Agriculture Plan! The 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan's Urban Agriculture chapter (pages 25-27) describes our vision for "A city where communities that have been historically excluded from access to land and to fresh, healthy, culturally-appropriate foods are those that benefit most from urban agriculture opportunities" and lays out strategies and
- [Nature-Based Career Exploration](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/nature-based-career-exploration/) - Baltimore Connecting Children to Nature (BCCN) Strategy 2: Green Career Exploration to connect youth to jobs and nature. The goal of BCCN Strategy 2 is to improve youth's relationship with nature by supporting their engagement and ability to ‘learn and earn’ via green career training programs. Building upon existing nature-based partners, expanding sites with nature
- [Commission Meeting Agendas, Minutes, & Presentations](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/commission-meeting-minutes/) - 2026 Meeting Date & Format Meeting Agenda Meeting Video Meeting Resources January 21, 2025 (Virtual) Agenda: January 21 Meeting Video Coming Soon February 18, 2025 (Virtual) Agenda: February 18 Meeting Video Coming Soon March 18, 2025 (Virtual) Agenda: March 18 Meeting Video Coming Soon April 15, 2026 (Virtual) Agenda: April 15 Coming Soon Coming Soon
- [Commissioners](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/commissioners/) - Jared Lyles, Co-Chair Representation: Private Industry Mechanical Engineer, MD Energy Advisors Maryland Master Gardener, University of Maryland Extension Service Experienced project manager with expertise in energy efficiency, quality control, and energy audits Holds professional credentials from the Association of Energy Engineers, Building Performance Institute, OSHA, and EPA, among others Bachelor of Science Degree from University of Maryland, Baltimore
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- [Baltimore Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-childrens-outdoor-bill-of-rights/) - On May 11, 2019, Mayor Bernard C. "Jack" Young signed on to adopt Baltimore's new Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights (COBOR) at the Office of Sustainability's annual GreenScape event. The Outdoor Bill of Rights was drafted by representatives from 12 city agencies along with community partners and youth input. Baltimore's COBOR establishes a commitment
- [Sustainability Resources for People, Planet & Prosperity](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/sustainability-resources-for-people-planet-prosperity/) - Ready to Help Baltimore Reach its Climate Action Goals? Baltimore’s climate goals can only be achieved through collective action. Reaching our targets will require millions of everyday actions from hundreds of thousands of residents across the city. Whether at home, at work, or in your neighborhood, every action matters. Together, we can create a healthier,
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- [Green Schools Initiative](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-schools-initiative/) - "Live It, Learn It, Speak It" When the Baltimore Sustainability Plan was developed in 2008, our Youth Advisory Group helped shape it. They came up with the slogan "Learn It, Live It, Speak It" to describe how we all can get informed, improve our lives, and share what we know with others. Today, youth continue
- [Baltimore Energy Challenge 2.0](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/energy-landing-page/baltimore-energy-challenge/baltimore-energy-initiative/) - The City of Baltimore is excited to introduce Switch Together, a group buying program for solar installations, as well as other energy savings for residents.
- [At home](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/news/what-you-can-do/at-home/)
- [Watershed Master Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/watershed-master-plan/) - Do you live or work in the Gwynns Falls watershed or Baltimore Harbor watershed? These two drainage areas make up over half of Baltimore City's land and are subject to coastal, riverine, and rain-related (street-level) flooding - risks that are that is likely expected to increase as our world changes. We want to hear from you as we develop a plan for a more resilient Baltimore! The Baltimore Department of Planning - Office of
- [Greenhouse Gas Emissions](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/climate-action-plan/greenhouse-gas-emissions-v-2/) - Baltimore City is committed to Carbon Neutrality by 2045. To achieve this goal, Baltimore's Climate Action Plan (CAP) identifies three key greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction targets: a 30% reduction by 2025, a 60% reduction by 2030, and complete carbon neutrality by 2045. Greenhouse Gas Emissions Progress The Department of Environmental Health and Engineering at
- [Nuisance Flood Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/flood-preparedness/) - Baltimore City Nuisance Flood Plan The City of Baltimore has assessed its waterfront to identify areas that are prone to nuisance flooding, or high-tide flooding. This was required by State legislation, and the intention of the Nuisance Flood Plan (NFP) is to map, track and catalog nuisance flooding. The 2020 Baltimore City Nuisance Flood Plan
- [Annual Sustainability Reports](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/achievements-2/) - The Baltimore Sustainability Plan addresses all three legs of the sustainability stool – social equity (people), environmental stewardship (planet), and economic health (prosperity). The Plan was designed to lay out a broad, inclusive, and community responsive sustainability agenda. The Plan articulates strategies, actions, and measures of success across 5 core themes and 23 topic areas.
- [Baltimore Commission on Sustainability February 2017 Meeting Report](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-commission-on-sustainability-february-2017-meeting-report/) - Date: Tuesday, February 21, 2017, from 4-6 pm Location: 417 E. Fayette Street, Baltimore MD 21201 Subject: Commission on Sustainability February 2017 General Meeting In Attendance: (Commissioners) - Avis Ransom (meeting chair), John Ciekot, Miriam Avins, Inez Robb, Michael Furbish, Peter Doo, Councilman Ryan Dorsey, Tom Stosur. Chair Welcome and Report: Avis acknowledged ambassadors and
- [Food Matters Program](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-matters-program/) - Born out of the Baltimore Food Waste and Recovery Strategy, Baltimore City’s Food Matters program is a collaborative effort to reduce food waste in cities between the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) and the Baltimore Office of Sustainability (BOS), with support from The Rockefeller Foundation. Across United States, 40% of all the food produced is
- [Climate Action Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/climate-action-plan/) - Buildings and electricity are two key sectors that look to directly address Baltimore’s primary emissions source: buildings. About 64 percent of our city’s greenhouse emissions come from the use of energy that powers our homes as well as our commercial and industrial buildings. Transportation (such as driving cars) makes up 23 percent of our emissions, while
- [Climate and Resilience](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/climate-and-resilience/) - Climate and Resilience Climate change increases the frequency and intensity of extreme weather. In Baltimore City, natural hazards, ranging from coastal storms and flooding to extreme heat, already disrupt modern life. How can we prepare ourselves as these weather events grow more severe? To address this question, the City of Baltimore aims to mitigate the
- [Resilience](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/resiliency/) - Learn about the Baltimore City Resiliency Hub Program! Sustainability improves the quality of life while balancing the need for environmental protection, societal progress, and economic growth. Beyond improving the vibrancy of our communities, the City of Baltimore is working to build resilience into planning efforts and ongoing initiatives. In Baltimore City, resilience is defined as
- [Baltimore Food Waste & Recovery Strategy](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-food-waste-recovery-strategy/) - From 2016 through 2018, in partnership with the Institute for Local Self-Reliance and with a wide variety of stakeholders, the Baltimore Office of Sustainability developed the Baltimore Food Waste & Recovery Strategy. This document lays out the reasons for rescuing edible food, recovering food waste, and composting; defines potential solutions; highlights seven local case studies; and
- [Landscape Manual](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/landscape-manual/) - Background The recommendations of the 2006 Comprehensive Master Plan for the City of Baltimore included the creation and adoption of a City-wide Landscape Manual in addition to modernization of City Code Article 32 – “Zoning”, otherwise known as the Baltimore Zoning Code. On December 5, 2016, the City Council passed and the Mayor signed into
- [Waste to Wealth](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/waste-to-wealth/) - The Waste-To-Wealth Initiative aims to grow businesses in Baltimore City, while reducing our overall waste. By supporting businesses that are making products out of valuable materials captured from our waste stream, these businesses help create the solid, middle-class jobs that Baltimore City needs to grow by 10,000 families. Valuable resources that enter the waste stream
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- [Plastic Bag Ban: Information For Residents](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/for-residents/) - Background In January 2020, the Baltimore City Comprehensive Bag Reduction Act was signed into law, which bans single-use plastic bags at the point of sale, pickup, or delivery, and sets a fee for other types of bags. Originally set to take effect in January 2021, Mayor Scott signed an executive order to delay implementation until
- [Brownfields](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/brownfields/) - FAQ: What is a brownfield? A brownfield is a property, the expansion, redevelopment, or reuse of which may be complicated by the presence or potential presence of a hazardous substance, pollutant, or contaminant. It is estimated that there are more than 450,000 brownfields in the U.S. Cleaning up and reinvesting in these properties increases local
- [Nature Nurtures Symposium 2022 Recap](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/nn-22/) - A project of Baltimore Connecting Children to Nature, Nature Nurtures is a platform for building skills and developing a like-minded community with an equal stake in education, environmental access, youth, healing, and the benefits of nature. You can find more information on our first Nature Nurtures symposium in 2020 here and on our 2021 workshop series here (including recordings
- [Pesticide Control and Regulation](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/pesticide-control-and-regulation/) - Pesticide Control and Regulation What You Need to Know: Baltimore City Council Bill 20-0495 -- Pesticide Control and Regulation - took effect July 1, 2022. This regulation covers the use and application of pesticides in Baltimore City, prohibiting the use and application of glyphosate, chlorpyrifos and neonicotinoids on lawns, playgrounds, mulched recreation areas, children's facility's
- [Flood Protection and Preparedness](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/flood-preparedness-2/) - Flooding Floods are one of the most common hazards in the United States, however not all floods are alike. Some floods develop slowly, while others such as flash floods, can develop in just a few minutes and without visible signs of rain. Additionally, floods can be local, impacting a neighborhood or community, or very large,
- [Floodplain](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/) - Baltimore Floodplain Management Program Baltimore City is built at the mouth of the Patapsco River, which empties directly into the Chesapeake Bay. Presently, the City's regulated floodplain is 5,136 acres and contains over 2,800 buildings. Baltimore City floodplain management is a program of corrective and preventative measures for reducing flood damage, including but not limited
- [Baltimore Green Network](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-green-network/) - The Baltimore Green Network (formerly known as the Growing Green Initiative) is a City-led effort to use sustainable, innovative, and cost-effective practices for stabilizing and holding land for redevelopment, and reusing vacant land to green neighborhoods, reduce stormwater runoff, grow food, and create community spaces that mitigate the negative impacts of vacant properties and set the
- [GreenScape](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-schools-initiative/greenscape/) - GreenScape is our free annual celebration of youth environmental leadership, where students show off their work on their Green, Healthy, Smart Challenge grant projects, learn, play games, win prizes, and receive awards. Check out a few pictures from previous years:
- [Code Red Extreme Heat in Baltimore](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/code-red-extreme-heat-in-baltimore/) -  It’s Code Red Extreme Heat Season and we’re in for a hot summer! Baltimore’s Code Red Extreme Heat response is a multi-agency effort to address the impact of extreme heat on residents. This year, Baltimore has experienced a total of 10 extreme heat days – eight of which occurred in July – the hottest month of the year. Have you ever wondered what a
- [Farmers Market](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/homegrown-baltimore/farmers-market/) - Many of Baltimore City’s farmers markets are located in or near the city’s food deserts, and provide fresh, local produce to many of Baltimore’s residents. In order to ensure that these farmers’ markets can continue to operate and low-income community members can access and afford these local foods, BFPI is working to address policy barriers
- [Homegrown Baltimore Plan: Grow Local](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/homegrown-baltimore-plan/) - Baltimore City's Urban Agriculture Plan Download a PDF of the Homegrown Baltimore Plan View a presentation on urban agriculture in Baltimore Homegrown Baltimore aims to increase production, distribution, sales and consumption of food locally grown within Baltimore. Homegrown Baltimore represents the City's commitment to Provide equitable access to healthy foods for all residents Support Baltimore's
- [Homegrown Baltimore](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/homegrown-baltimore/) - Homegrown Baltimore is an initiative of the City of Baltimore to increase the production, distribution, sales, and consumption of locally grown food within the city. It includes three components: Grow Local, Buy Local, and Eat Local. Grow Local Homegrown Baltimore: Grow Local is an ambitious urban agriculture plan to support and expand the production of
- [Home2](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/home2/) - CAC Public Comment 2026 Sustainability Resources Fox45 Earth Month Segment Read the Report The 2024 Annual Sustainability Report is here! LEED Gold Certification City of Baltimore Awarded LEED Gold Certification Read the full press release 2023 DP3 Slide 2023 Baltimore City Disaster Preparedness and Planning Project (DP3) View the Plan Climate Action Plan Baltimore Climate
- [Nature Nurtures 2021: Workshop Series](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/children-and-nature/nature-nurtures-symposium/) - June & July, 2021 | Virtual & In-Person Workshops As part of a larger initiative to increase equitable access to nature in Baltimore City, our Cities Connecting Children to Nature team is hosting a workshop series designed for formal and informal educators, childcare providers, and health professionals. This series is the second iteration of our
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- [Maps](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/critical-areas/maps/) - Critical Area Maps Designations and Maps The Critical Area includes the first 1,000-foot of land measured from the mean high tide line along the shoreline or bulkhead. Generally, the first 100 feet landward of mean high tide is designated as the Buffer, which may be expanded based on existing site conditions to include sensitive natural
- [Baltimore Green Network Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-network/) - Click here to view the Baltimore Green Network Plan. Individual section of the plan are available for download here: www.baltimoregreennetwork.com The Baltimore Green Network Plan is a collective vision to strengthen communities by creating an interconnected network of greenspaces throughout the City. The planning process, which spanned 2016-2018, brought together Baltimore City agencies, residents, neighborhood partners, and
- [Reviews & Permits](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/critical-areas/reviews-permits/) - Critical Area Reviews and Permit Approvals For project seeking Critical Area approvals, the following materials must be submitted. Incomplete submissions will not be reviewed. 1. Existing Conditions Two copies of the existing conditions plan, showing the boundaries of the Critical Area, Critical Area buffer, and or DHPAs on site (if applicable), Critical Area site area
- [Sustainability Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/sustainability-plan/) - Thank you so much for your input into the development of the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan! The 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan is here! Download the full plan here or, for shorter loading times, you can also download the plan by section: Introduction Community Human-Made Systems Climate & Resilience Nature in the City Economy Equitable Implementation
- [Projects with Partners](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects-with-partners/) - Healthy Harbor Initiative Working in conjunction with the Baltimore Waterfront Partnership, the Healthy Harbor Initiative works to restore and protect Baltimore Harbor. Annually, stormwater, sewage and trash all threaten the health of the Harbor. These conditions are threatening the livelihood of our natural systems and increasing the potential for waterborne disease. Visit the Healthy Harbor Homepage
- [Food Policy & Planning](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/) - https://planning.baltimorecity.gov/baltimore-food-policy-initiative
- [Energy](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/energy-landing-page/baltimore-energy-initiative/) - Baltimore Energy Efficiency Programs Baltimore Energy Initiative In 2014, former Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake announced the Baltimore Energy Initiative (BEI). BEI was a three year, $52 million dollar program to assist residents and businesses in lowering their energy bills. The Baltimore Energy Initiative worked to expand and streamline existing energy conservation programs, education and outreach, residential
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- [History](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/history/) - History of Our Town Go out on a limb - that's where the fruit is. And just raise cain. Clouds are free they come and go as they please. Let's put some happy little bushes on the other side now. A happy cloud Maybe he has a little friend that lives right over here. And
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- [Local Development](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/local-development/) - That is when you can experience true joy, when you have no fear. We don’t really know where this goes – and I’m not sure we really care. You better get your coat out, this is going to be a cold painting. So often we avoid running water, and running water is a lot of
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- [Family and Social Welfare](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/family-and-social-welfare/) - This is your world. Just let these leaves jump off the brush The man who does the best job is the one who is happy at his job. Isn’t that fantastic? You have to allow the paint to break to make it beautiful. Tree trunks grow however makes them happy. That is when you can
- [News](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/news-2/) - Blog page excerpt here. Even trees need a friend. We all need friends. It all happens automatically. We want to use a lot pressure while using no pressure at all. Let's get crazy. All you have to learn here is how to have fun.
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- [Flood Insurance](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/flood-insurance/) - Flood Insurance How Insurance Works Types of Coverage Mandatory Purchase Requirement Changes in Flood Insurance Premiums Preferred Risk Policies Increased Cost of Compliance Coverage Filing a Claim After a Flood Maryland Insurance Administration Additional Flood Insurance Resources FEMA Extends Grace Period for Flood Insurance Renewal Premiums FEMA continues to take proactive steps to address the
- [Baltimore City Foam Ban](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-city-foam-ban/) - The Baltimore City Foam Ban went into effect 10/19/19 and applies to all food service businesses. The Baltimore City Council passed an ordinance in April 2018 banning expanded polystyrene foam food containers in Baltimore City. Below is a series of frequently asked questions and responses to those questions. For further inquiries, please contact sustainability@baltimorecity.gov. Download
- [Community Rating System](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/crs/) - Introduction The Community Rating System (CRS) is a voluntary incentive program that recognizes and encourages community floodplain management activities that exceed National Flood Insurance Protection (NFIP) requirements. As an incentive, flood insurance premium rates are discounted to reflect reduced risk. Certifying Baltimore as a CRS was a goal established by the Disaster Preparedness Project and
- [Green Network Advisory Groups](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-network/green-network-advisory-groups/) - Three advisory groups were formed to provide additional feedback and expertise throughout the planning process. Leadership Team Advisory Team Agency Work Group Leadership Team The Leadership Team was formed to provide high-level feedback, direction and decision-making for the overall planning and initial implementation of the Green Network. In addition, Leadership Team members brought their expertise,
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- [2009 Sustainability Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/sustainability-plan/2009-2/) - The Baltimore Sustainability Plan is being updated! We are accepting public comments on the final draft of the plan from now through May 11, 2018. Everyone with a stake in Baltimore City is encouraged to participate, and all comments will be considered before the plan is finalized. This page archives the original Baltimore Sustainability Plan,
- [Annapolis Trip Feb 15, 2018](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/annapolis-trip-feb-15-2018/) - On Thursday, February 15th, 2018, over 100 Baltimore City high school students from seven schools descended on Annapolis for a rally in favor of a proposed state-wide ban on Styrofoam. They spoke with legislators, wrote letters, toured the State Senate building, and hung out with kids from nearby Germantown Elementary who had decided to join
- [Urban Agriculture](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/homegrown-baltimore/urban-agriculture/) - The Plan Baltimore City has adopted its first urban agriculture plan! Homegrown Baltimore: Grow Local is an ambitious roadmap for supporting and expanding the production of locally grown food in Baltimore City. The plan documents the history, benefits, and types of urban agriculture in Baltimore; lays out current local urban agriculture efforts and the policies
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- [About](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/about/) - BALTIMORE FOOD POLICY INITIATIVE RECENT MEDIA 6/18/15 Sound Bites: Baltimore Food Environment Map (The Marc Steiner Show) 6/10/15 City eyes incentives for grocers to address food problems (Baltimore Business Journal) 6/10/15 Mayor Rawlings-Blake Announces the Release of the 2015 Food Environment Map Report (Press Release) For more media, click here. OUR
- [What You Can Do ...](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/news/what-you-can-do/) - A livable and sustainable Baltimore has a fair and inclusive community with access to resources and education, a healthy environment, and a thriving economy. Through this planning effort, The Baltimore Office of Sustainability, and it's partner organizations, YOU have the ability to shape the future of Baltimore. Individuals of all ages are encouraged to participate
- [Urban Heat Island Sensors](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/urban-heat-island-sensors/) - What is an urban heat island? In summer months, urban air temperatures can be up to 10 degrees higher than the air of surrounding suburban or rural areas — a phenomenon known as the urban heat island (UHI) effect. The main cause of the urban heat island effect is modification of the land surface by
- [Wellness CSA](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/homegrown-baltimore/wellness-csa-2/) - Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a mutually beneficial relationship between farmers and the community in which participants provide funding for the farmer in advance of the growing season in exchange for fresh produce during the growing season. Homegrown Baltimore Employee Wellness CSA The Homegrown Baltimore Employee Wellness CSA Farmshare is a pre-paid box of fruits
- [GreenScape 2016 Pictures](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/green-schools-initiative/greenscape/greenscape-2016-pictures/) - Thank you to Mike Nguyen, of the Baltimore Community Foundation, who took many of these pictures! Click here to return to the main GreenScape 2016 page.
- [Test Form - SurveyMonkey](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/test-form-surveymonkey/) - Create your own user feedback survey
- [Meet Turtle!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/meet-turtle/) - Hi! My name is Turtle. I am Baltimore's sustainability and resiliency champion. I moved to Baltimore in 2014 and I was so impressed by the community, I joined efforts to help Baltimore become more sustainable and resilient. I love "greening", spreading the word to people of all ages on how they can improve our city and
- [Baltimore & Climate Change](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/baltimore-climate-change/) - Climate change is already impacting Baltimore residents, businesses and visitors. As atmospheric warming from greenhouse gases persists, Baltimore residents can expect to experience; Extreme temperatures Excessive demand for cooling power, increasing demand on the electrical grid Fluctuations between flooding and drought Sea-level rise Changes in eco-systems, including decline and loss of some species and increases
- [Climate Basics](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/climate-basics/) - What is the difference between climate and weather? Why is climate change happening and is it too late to fix? How do we know humans are causing climate change? Are a few degrees' difference in annual temperature really that big of a deal? Can't we keep everything as is and adapt to climate change? What
- [Wellness CSA](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/homegrown-baltimore/wellness-csa/) - In 2014, BFPI launched the Homegrown Baltimore Employee Wellness CSA. Baltimore is the first city in the country to offer a partially labor unit-subsidized CSA to its employees. A CSA (community-supported agriculture) is a pre-paid box of vegetables and fruits delivered directly to City offices from a local farm. This exciting new initiative runs
- [Public Markets](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/healthy-food-environment-strategy/public-markets/) - Baltimore City has one of the longest standing networks of public markets in the country. Its six public markets are located in or near food deserts and serve over 4.2 million customers. BFPI is working with the city’s public markets through the Get Fresh Get Fit initiative to meet customers where they are by increasing
- [Baltimore Energy Challenge](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/energy-landing-page/baltimore-energy-challenge/) - The Baltimore Energy Challenge is a program of the Office of Sustainability in partnership with Civic Works and the Baltimore Community Foundation. Since 2009, the Baltimore Energy Challenge has helped thousands of residents across the City reduce their energy usage through grassroots peer-to-peer engagement in our neighborhoods, schools, business and faith communities. To find out
- [Plans](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/) - Click the images below to learn more details about specific plans initiated by the Baltimore Office of Sustainability
- [Historical Flooding](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/historical-flooding/) - 1950's-1970's Hurricane Able September 1, 1952 A tropical storm, Hurricane Able caused major flooding, downed trees and power lines. A portion of the B&O railroad in Baltimore was washed out, 11 barges torn loose from moorings in Baltimore Harbor, and 21 cars/trucks swept up in torrents. A majority of the impact was in Ellicott
- [Floodplain](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/floodplain/) - Protecting Yourself in the Floodplain You've identified that your property is located in the Baltimore Special Flood Hazard Area (SFHA) and now your ready to take action to protect yourself and your property from flooding. We are here with the resources to help you do so! For Individuals and Businesses Locating Your Property on
- [Energy_Old](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/energy-landing-page/) - Since the Sustainability Plan’s adoption in 2009, the City has been working toward a 15% reduction in energy use by 2015 – both community-wide and for City government operations. Reducing our electricity consumption can help improve our air quality, reduce our dependence on foreign fuels, curb our greenhouse gas emissions, prevent the construction of more
- [Basics](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/basics/) - Floodplain Basics What is the difference between a floodplain and a floodway? Floodplains are areas adjacent to rivers, streams, or watercourses that are subject to partial or complete inundation. Floodways are pieces of land immediately adjoining the river channel that is the natural conduit for flood waters.
- [Baltimore City Regulations](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/basics/baltimore-city-regulations/) - Floodplain Code Baltimore City floodplain management is a program of corrective and preventative measures for reducing flood damage, including but not limited to emergency preparedness plans, flood control works, and floodplain management regulations. Floodplain regulations are meant to protect life, health and property; minimize rescue and relief efforts; minimize business interruptions; minimize damage to public
- [City View Maps](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/maps-and-code/city-view-maps/) - Baltimore Cityview is an interactive, online mapping tool designed to provide residents, visitors, researchers, and individuals doing business in the city easy access to a host of useful information about the City of Baltimore’s services and amenities. The tool starts with a map of the City of Baltimore, along with an interactive section where you
- [Baltimore City Municipal Energy](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/energy-landing-page/baltimore-city-municipal-energy/) - The Baltimore City Office of Sustainable Energy works to cut energy costs in City-owned buildings and fleet. Since 2005, their team of engineers, accountants and energy experts have been scouring the City for saving opportunities. They work with City agencies, nonprofits, and businesses to displace fossil energy use and cut costs. For more information on City government
- [Floodplain Code](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/maps-and-code/floodplain-code/) - Baltimore City floodplain management is a program of corrective and preventative measures for reducing flood damage, including but not limited to emergency preparedness plans, flood control works, and floodplain management regulations. Floodplain regulations are meant to protect life, health and property; minimize rescue and relief efforts; minimize business interruptions; minimize damage to public facilities; minimize
- [National Flood Insurance Program](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/basics/national-flood-insurance-program/) - National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP) In 1968, Congress created the National Flood Insurance Program (NFIP). The NFIP is a Federal program enabling property owners in participating communities to purchase insurance protection against losses from flooding. Participation in the NFIP is based on an agreement between local communities and the Federal Government that states if a community
- [Flood Warnings and Alerts](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/flood-warnings-and-alerts/)
- [Urban Agriculture Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/urban-agriculture-plan/) - Baltimore City has adopted its first urban agriculture plan! Homegrown Baltimore: Grow Local (click on the name to download a PDF version) is an ambitious roadmap for supporting and expanding the production of locally grown food in Baltimore City. The plan: documents the history, benefits, and types of urban agriculture in Baltimore, lays out current local
- [Farmers' Markets](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/baltimore-food-policy-initiative/homegrown-baltimore/farmers-markets/) - Since 2010, BFPI has built capacity around farmers markets and has seen an increased number of markets in communities throughout Baltimore. In 2012, BFPI helped the Baltimore Farmers Market and Bazaar (BFMB) run by the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts (BOPA) to overcome barriers to accepting SNAP by launching a successful token currency
- [In your community](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/news/what-you-can-do/in-your-community/)
- [At school](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/news/what-you-can-do/at-school/)
- [On the go](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/news/what-you-can-do/on-the-go/)
- [Determining Your BFE](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/trainings-and-materials/determining-your-bfe/)
- [For Surveyors](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/trainings-and-materials/for-surveyors/)
- [For Businesses](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/trainings-and-materials/for-businesses/)
- [For Residents](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/trainings-and-materials/for-residents/)
- [FEMA Floodproofing](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/forms/fema-floodproofing/)
- [Substantial Improvement and Substantial Damage](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/forms/substantial-improvement-and-substantial-damage/)
- [Sample Site Plan and Cross-Section](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/forms/sample-site-plan-and-cross-section/)
- [Floodproofing Certificate](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/forms/floodproofing-certificate/)
- [Elevation Certificate](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/forms/elevation-certificate/)
- [Pre-Development Floodplain Application](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/forms/pre-development-floodplain-application/) - (online form that is filled out and submitted)
- [Requirements](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/permits/requirements/)
- [Process](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/permits/process/)
- [Determining Your BFE](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/maps-and-code/determining-your-bfe/)
- [Translating The Code](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/maps-and-code/translating-the-code/)
- [Floodplain Management Program](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/basics/floodplain-management-program/)
- [Recent News](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/basics/recent-news/)
- [Trainings and Materials](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/trainings-and-materials/)
- [Insurance](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/permits/floodplain/insurance/)
- [(DP3 subpage - metrics)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/disaster-preparedness-plan/dp3-subpage-metrics/)
- [(CAP sub-page - metrics)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/climate-action-plan/cap-sub-page-metrics/) - These are currently metrics tables in InDesign files from print publications, Kristin will send the InDesign files and we'll figure it out.
- [(Homegrown Baltimore)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/plans/homegrown-baltimore/) - Will have the plan cover on the main page like the other three. Then goes to Homegrown page in food section
- [Resilience](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/climate-and-resilience/resilience/) - Resilience - history of Baltimore's experience, predictions, what seeing now
- [What Is Climate Change?](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/projects/climate-and-resilience/what-is-climate-change/)
- [Meeting Minutes and Presentations](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/commision-on-sustainability/meeting-minutes-and-presentations/)
- [Projects](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/commision-on-sustainability/projects/)
- [Sub-Committees](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/commision-on-sustainability/sub-committees/)
- [About](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/commision-on-sustainability/about/)
- [STAR Page](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/about/achievements/star-page/)

## My Templates

- [The Events Calendar - Starter](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/?elementor_library=the-events-calendar-starter) - « All Events 2023 Sustainability Annual Report Cover_Page_1_Image_0001
- [CAP updates 9.25.23](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/?elementor_library=cap-updates-9-25-23) - Review and comment on the 2023 Climate Action Plan Update between October 1 and October 31, 2023. Click here to learn more and submit your comments. Baltimore’s first Climate Action Plan (CAP) was written in 2012. Ten years later, we are starting the community engagement process to create a new CAP that addresses climate inequities
- [Default Kit](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/?elementor_library=default-kit)

## Downloads

- [2017 Student Survey](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/download/2017-student-survey/)
- [Neighborhood Grow Center Final Report](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/download/neighborhood-grow-center-final-report/)
- [Baltimore Commission on Sustainability January Meeting Minutes](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/download/baltimore-commission-on-sustainability-january-meeting-minutes/)
- [Baltimore Complete Streets Policy Brief, Councilman Ryan Dorsey](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/download/baltimore-complete-streets-policy-brief-councilman-ryan-dorsey/)
- [DP3 Appendix](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/download/dp3-appendix/)

## Events

- [Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-meeting-4/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Each month we will explore strategies and action items outlined in the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, highlighting local partners supporting these efforts. Meetings will also include important updates from
- [Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable and climate resilient. Each month we will explore strategies and action items from the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, highlighting local partners supporting these efforts. Join us on July 19th for the very first hybrid meeting of the Baltimore
- [2025 Sustainability Open House](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/2025-sustainability-open-house/) - Hosted by the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, this event will be guided by the framework of Baltimore's Sustainability Plan with a focus on building community partnerships, showcasing local resilience initiatives, and promoting environmental literacy for all. This all-ages event will spotlight some of the incredible work underway in Baltimore to make the city a safer,
- [Commission on Sustainability Special Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-special-meeting/) - The Commission on Sustainability will hold a special meeting on Monday, September 23rd as a virtual meeting. The agenda for the meeting will include: Discussion of City Council Bill 24-0507 - Study and Report - Infrastructure and Urban Meadows, which has been referred to the Commission by the City Council Discussion of a new Commission policy that would establish a process and criteria for the Commission to recognize community-led and organization-led sustainability and climate plans, similar to a policy established by the Planning Commission.
- [Commission on Sustainability August Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-august-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The August meeting, Wednesday August 21st from 4-6pm, will continue our series of meetings on the topics of Energy & Economy, first focusing on programs and resources supporting energy efficiency
- [Commission on Sustainability July Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-july-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The July meeting, Wednesday July 17th from 4-6pm, will kick off a series of meetings on the topics of Energy & Economy, first focusing on recent legislation and funding opportunities.
- [2024 Sustainability Open House](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/2024-sustainability-open-house/) - Hosted by the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, this event will introduce Baltimore’s latest Climate Action and Disaster Preparedness Plans with activities, games, resources to help you play a role in helping Baltimore reach its goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2045. This all-ages event will spotlight some of the incredible work underway in Baltimore to
- [Special Joint Meeting of the Sustainability and Planning Commissions](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/special-joint-meeting-of-the-sustainability-and-planning-commissions/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The May meeting will be a special joint meeting with the Planning Commission, featuring a presentation on the release of the Draft Comprehensive Master Plan - Our Baltimore.
- [Commission on Sustainability - March Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-march-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. The March meeting will focus on the status of the actions from the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, accomplishments from 2023, and setting the sustainability agenda for 2024 and beyond.
- [Sustainability Commission November Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/sustainability-commission-november-meeting/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Each month we will explore strategies and action items outlined in the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, highlighting local partners supporting these efforts. Join us on November 29th for
- [Joint Meeting of the Baltimore Commission on Sustainability & the Baltimore Planning Commission](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/joint-meeting-of-the-baltimore-commission-on-sustainability-the-baltimore-planning-commission/) - Joint Meeting of the Baltimore Commission on Sustainability & the Baltimore Planning Commission
- [Sustainability Commission Meeting (February 2023)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/sustainability-commission-meeting-february-2023/) - Join the Commission on Sustainability each month to learn about initiatives, projects and programs intended to make the city more sustainable, more equitable and more climate resilient. Each month we will explore strategies and action items outlined in the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan, highlighting local partners supporting these efforts. Meetings will also include important updates
- [Planning Commission and Sustainability Commission Joint Briefing](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/planning-commission-and-sustainability-commission-joint-briefing/) - Joint briefing on the DPW Less Waste Better Baltimore Plan. Click this event for the meeting link.
- [March 2021 Sustainability Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/march-2021-sustainability-commission-meeting/) - Click on this event for the meeting link.
- [February 2021 Sustainability Comission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/february-2021-sustainability-comission-meeting/) - Click this calendar event for the WebEx meeting link
- [January 2021 Commission Meeting on Sustainability](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-on-sustainability/) - Click this calendar event for the WebEx meeting link Call in information here: To join from a mobile device (attendees only): +1-408-418-9388,,1792684043## United States Toll +1-646-992-2010,,1792684043## United States Toll (New York City) Join by phone: +1-408-418-9388 United States Toll +1-646-992-2010 United States Toll (New York City)
- [Public Meeting: Draft Floodplain Legislation and Maps](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/public-meeting-draft-floodplain-legislation-and-maps-2/) - Click on this calendar event to view the meeting link
- [Public Meeting: Draft Floodplain Legislation and Maps](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/public-meeting-draft-floodplain-legislation-and-maps/) - Click on this calendar event to view the meeting link
- [December Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/december-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - December Topic--The Politics of Sustainability: A Legislative Preview Join us at: https://bmore.webex.com/bmore/j.php?MTID=m5bcbdc81136d02eefb89d2e71e264c7a
- [November Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/november-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - https://bmore.webex.com/bmore/j.php?MTID=m5bcbdc81136d02eefb89d2e71e264c7a Join by phone+1-408-418-9388 United States Toll+1-646-992-2010 United States Toll (New York City) Having trouble dialing in? Try these backup numbers:+1-408-418-9388 United States Toll Global call-in numbers Attendee access code: 364 069 03* United States Toll should only be used if the primary number does not work.
- [October Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/october-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-4/) - Please join us virtually from 4-6 pm at: October Sustainability Commission Meeting Link View the agenda here: October 2020 Commission Meeting Agenda
- [NEW Baltimore Nuisance Flood Plan: Public Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/new-baltimore-nuisance-flood-plan-public-meeting/) - Please join us online here or call in using the number below: https://teams.microsoft.com/l/meetup-join/19%3ameeting_NmFlYmY4MjItY2E5MC00MGU1LWI2ZTAtMjA2ZTVlYTVkODQ4%40thread.v2/0?context=%7b%22Tid%22%3a%22312cb126-c6ae-4fc2-800d-318e679ce6c7%22%2c%22Oid%22%3a%2294425fdb-89ef-4f26-bbf2-727d46ef3227%22%7d Join Microsoft Teams Meeting +1 667-228-6519 United States, Baltimore (Toll) Conference ID: 678 737 998#
- [NEW Nuisance Flood Plan: Public Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/nuisance-flood-plan-public-meeting/) - Join us online: https://meetings.mbakercorp.com/orion/joinmeeting.do?MTID=2acca49795b27ca359ea558222115692
- [September Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/september-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-4/) - SUSTAINAINBILITY COMMISSION VIRTUAL MEETING September 16, 2020 4-6PM https://bmore.webex.com/bmore/j.php?MTID=m5bcbdc81136d02eefb89d2e71e264c7a AGENDA Welcome Announcements Place any announcements in the chat OCTOBER MEETING – legal tools for racial equity NOVEMBER Virtual Open House. November 18 Food is the topic (and all things food related: growing, harvesting, preparing, packaging, eating, wasting, rescuing, composting etc Send us 30-second videos showing
- [August Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/august-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - Baltimore Sustainability Commission August 19, 2020 Webex https://bmore.webex.com/bmore/j.php?MTID=m5bcbdc81136d02eefb89d2e71e264c7a Join by phone +1-408-418-9388 AGENDA Welcome Presentations on workforce development (1 hour) Linda Dworak, Maryland Philanthropy Network Mike Kelly, Baltimore Metropolitan Council Sustainability Office Jeopardy (40 minutes): Public Comment (15 minutes)
- [July Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/july-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/)
- [June Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/june-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - The June Commission on Sustainability Meeting will be held virtually on May 20, 2020 from 4-6 pm on Webex: https://bmore.webex.com/bmore/j.php?MTID=mf8b9a8f134e1762c5e97e9c905fc5f06 Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer
- [May Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/may-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - The May Commission on Sustainability Meeting will be held virtually on May 20, 2020 from 4-6 pm on Webex: https://bmore.webex.com/bmore/j.php?MTID=m2f350511fa8ef23c4e3303187eb2b195 Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer
- [*Virtual* 50th Earth Day Celebration!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/annual-sustainability-open-house/) - This year, in lieu of our Annual Sustainability Open House, we are hosting a Virtual Earth Day Celebration to honor the 50th anniversary of Earth Day! We will kick things off with a morning meditation at 9 AM. Throughout the day, we will learn from the people of Baltimore, exploring the connections between People, Planet
- [RESCHEDULED: March Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/march-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Rescheduled from March 18th. This meeting will be held remotely, details to come. Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor
- [February Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/february-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - PLEASE NOTE LOCATION CHANGE AND TIME CHANGE. The meeting is from 5:00PM – 7:00 PM at the Central Branch of the Enoch Pratt library. If you are driving, there is street parking and also a couple of lots on Center Street, near the Walters Art Museum, where you can pay to park. For public transportation,
- [January Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/january-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - Topic: Transportation and Land Use We will start by learning some of the history of transportation and landuse in Baltimore. We will hear Community Perspectives on Transportation, Transportation Supportive Land Use Policy and about the northeast regional Transportation Climate Initiative. Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open
- [October Commission on Sustainability Meeting - OFFSITE](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/october-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry. The meeting will
- [Food PAC](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-pac-4/) - Join us at DMG Foods for our quarterly Food PAC meeting. We're excited to have Mera Kitchen Collective, Black Yield Institute, and Baltimore Corps share about their work and the intersection of food with community and economic development. Come hear about these amazing organizations, get some citywide updates, and connect with other food minded folks.
- [August Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/august-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. This one is being held at the Department of Planning at 417 E Fayette St on the 8th Floor. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members
- [June Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/june-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! Among other topics, we will be discussing a Zero Waste initiative for Baltimore City. The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations,
- [WASTED! The Story of Food Waste Film Screening](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/wasted-the-story-of-food-waste-film-screening/) - Baltimore's Office of Sustainability and the Natural Resources Defense Council (NRDC) will co-host a screening of WASTED! The Story of Food Waste. In the U.S., 40% of all food produced is never eaten while millions go hungry. Across Baltimore City - 25% of the waste produced is wasted food and a third of all materials we throw
- [May Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/may-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! Please note that the location and time for this month's meeting have changed. We will be meeting at Brown Advisory (901 S. Bond Street, 1st floor) from 4-5:30pm. The
- [Food PAC](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-pac-3/) - Agenda Welcome, Introductions & Supper Alice Huang Baltimore Food Policy Initiative Pimlico Elementary/Middle School Malkia Pipkin Community School Coordinator Food Access and Transportation, Policies and Practices Zachary Chissell Sha’Von Terrell Maryland Transit Administration Food Access and Transportation, Research Celeste Chavis Morgan State University Discussion Groups Dollar Stores Marie Anderson York Road Initiative Food Waste Ava
- [Annual Sustainability Open House: Let's Commit Together](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/annual-sustainability-open-house-lets-commit-together/) - Join us for our annual Sustainability Open House! At this event, we bring together agencies and organizations from around the city that are advancing the vision of a sustainable city in concrete ways, while sharing our work with you and getting feedback. There will be free dinner and trees to take home, recycling bins and
- [FEMA Preliminary Flood Map Open House](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/fema-preliminary-flood-map-open-house/) - On December 26, 2018, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) issued new Preliminary Flood Insurance Rate Maps (FIRM). The FEMA preliminary maps show 200 structures will be placed within the new regulated 100 year floodplain. The 100 year floodplain is generally the highest risk area. If your business, or residence is in the Special Flood
- [CANCELED: February Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/february-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER THIS MEETING HAS BEEN CANCELED. Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and
- [January Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/january-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! At this meeting, we will be discussing adoption of the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan update. The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community
- [Baltimore City Planning Commission to consider the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/baltimore-city-planning-commission-to-consider-the-2019-baltimore-sustainability-plan/) - On Thursday, January 31st, 2019 at 1:30pm, the Baltimore City Planning Commission will hear a presentation and consider adoption of the 2019 Baltimore Sustainability Plan. Members of the public are welcome to attend. You can also view a livestream of the meeting here.
- [GreenScape 2019/B'More Wild Fest](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/greenscape-2019-bmore-wild-fest/) - Join the Baltimore Office of Sustainability, the National Wildlife Federation, and our partners for a free, family-friendly celebration of the outdoors and youth environmentalism. More details to come!
- [December Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/december-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry.
- [November Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/november-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry.
- [September Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/september-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-3/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry.
- [July Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/july-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry.
- [March Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/march-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry.
- [November Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/november-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry.
- [October Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/october-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry.
- [September Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/september-commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry. Please note that
- [August Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/august-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry. At this meeting,
- [June Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/june-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join commissioners and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all who are interested to attend! Location: Curtis Bay Recreation Center, 1630 Filbert St, Curtis Bay, MD 21226 The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-7/) - Facilitated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative, Food PAC provides opportunities for collaboration and idea sharing around food-related organizations in Baltimore. Members are invested in issues ranging from food policy, food justice, childhood hunger, food access, nutrition, obesity, food retail, and research in food systems. Meetings are held six times a year and allow members to share updates, learn from presentations, and converse in breakout sessions so they are better equipped for their food systems work.
- [Food PAC](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-pac-2/) - Agenda Welcome & Introductions Alice Huang Food Access Planner, Baltimore Food Policy Initiative Baltimore City Senior Meals Rona Martiyan Dietician and Nutritionist, Aging and CARE Meals on Wheels Nick Kirley Deputy Executive for Operations April Willis Director of Finance Neighborhood Food Advocates & Virtual Supermarket James Smith Community Health Organizer, Baltimarket Workshops Aging and CARE
- [Baltimore Sustainability Plan Update Comment Period](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/baltimore-sustainability-plan-update-comment-period/) - Comments on the final draft of the updated Baltimore Sustainability Plan will be accepted from April 12th through May 3rd, check back for details.
- [Annual Sustainability Open House](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/5772/) - Please join us for the Baltimore Office of Sustainability's Annual Open House (formerly called the annual town hall) for a fun night of cool activities, delicious food, free trees, and more! This will be the last opportunity to comment on the updated Baltimore Sustainability Plan before it's finalized. FREE Parking across the street at the
- [Baltimore Green Network Vision Plan Webinar](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/baltimore-green-network-vision-plan-webinar/) - March 21, 2018 (11:30 AM-12:30 PM) This is an opportunity for community members who are not able to attend the open house to review highlights of the plan and ask questions. This webinar will be archived and made available for the public during the remainder of the comment period. Save the date - link to view
- [Baltimore Green Network Vision Plan Open House](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/baltimore-green-network-vision-plan-open-house/) - If you care about the future of blighted and disinvested communities and believe in the power of better connecting Baltimore’s green infrastructure to build a stronger city, then Baltimore Department of Planning needs to hear from you! You are invited to review the draft Baltimore Green Network Vision Plan and provide feedback. Learn more about Baltimore
- [Baltimore Green Network Draft Plan Comment Period](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/baltimore-green-network-draft-plan-comment-period/) - If you care about the future of blighted and disinvested communities and believe in the power of better connecting Baltimore’s green infrastructure to build a stronger city, then we need to hear from you! Public Comment Period TODAY - Through April 30, 2018
- [January Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/january-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join the Commission on Sustainability and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all interested to attend! Location: Department of Planning, 417 E. Fayette St., 8th floor The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-8/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retails, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome Holly Freishtat Food Policy Director,
- [December Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/december-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join the Commission on Sustainability and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all interested to attend! Location: Department of Planning, 417 E. Fayette St., 8th floor The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-9/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retails, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome & Updates Alice Huang Food
- [October Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/october-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join the Commission on Sustainability and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all interested to attend! Location: Department of Planning, 417 E. Fayette St., 8th floor The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public
- [September Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/september-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join the Commission on Sustainability and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all interested to attend! Location: Department of Planning, 417 E. Fayette St., 8th floor The Commission on Sustainability is made up of volunteer members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health
- [Sustainability Commission- Cancelled](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/sustainability-commission-cancelled-3/)
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-6/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retails, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome Holly Freishtat Food Policy Director,
- [Sustainability Commission- Cancelled](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/sustainability-commission-cancelled-2/)
- [Sustainability Commission-Cancelled](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/sustainability-commission-cancelled/)
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-5/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retails, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome Holly Freishtat Food Policy Director,
- [Lots Alive CHM Sculpture Park Opening](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/lots-alive-chm-sculpture-park-opening/) - We are pleased to announce the Opening Celebration of the CHM Sculpture Park! Join us on SATURDAY JUNE 3, from 4–8 PM (Rain date Sunday June 4) to celebrate the transformation of this vacant lot into an art park! On view will be works by Lorenzo Cardim, Hoesy Corona, Dave Eassa, Alice Gadzinski, Rachael London,
- [May Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/may-commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Please join the Commission on Sustainability and staff for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all interested to attend! Location: Department of Planning, 417 E. Fayette St., 8th floor The Commission on Sustainability is made up of 21 members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public
- [Green Network Plan Focus Area Meeting – Harlem Park & Sandtown-Winchester Neighborhoods](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-focus-area-meeting-harlem-park-sandtown-winchester-neighborhoods/)
- [Green Network Plan Focus Area Meeting – Druid Heights, Upton, Penn North, and Reservoir Hill Neighborhoods](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-focus-area-meeting-druid-heights-upton-penn-north-and-reservoir-hill-neighborhoods/)
- [Green Network Plan Focus Area Meeting – Shipley Hill, Boyd-Both, and Carrollton Ridge Neighborhoods](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-focus-area-meeting-shipley-hill-boyd-both-and-carrollton-ridge-neighborhoods/)
- [Green Network Plan Meeting - West](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-west/)
- [Green Network Plan Meeting - East](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-meeting-east-2/)
- [Sustainability Town Hall 2017](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/sustainability-town-hall-2017/) - Join us for our 2017 Sustainability Town Hall taking place Tuesday, April 18 from 6-8:00 pm at Humanim (1701 North Gay Street). This year we will be reviewing the Sustainability Plan Update, seeking feedback and much more! For more details and to RSVP, visit: https://sustainabilitytownhall2017.eventbrite.com
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-4/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retails, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome Holly Freishtat, Baltimore City Food Policy
- [Project Clean Stream 2017 Begins!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/project-clean-stream-2017-begins/) - Join your neighbors in a clean up at a local stream, park, or in your neighborhood and take part in Project Clean Stream 2017. Every spring, tens of thousands of volunteers come together to pick up trash from local streams, creeks, rivers, parks, and neighborhoods as part of the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay's Project Clean Stream — the
- [March Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-march2017/) - Please join the Commission on Sustainability and staff for it's monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting. Meetings are open to the public. We welcome all interested to attend! Location: Openworks, 1400 Greenmount Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21202 The Commission on Sustainability is made up of 21 members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental
- [2017 Youth Summit: Environmental Justice](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/2017-youth-summit-environmental-justice/) - Join youth from around the city in a discussion on environmental justice, what it means in Baltimore and particularly for young folks in the city. Please be aware that this event is run by youth and for youth and thus youth will be a priority for registration. More details can be found at www.bmorebeyondplastic.org.
- [Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-meeting-2/) - January Commission on Sustainability Meeting Minutes
- [Commission on Sustainability Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-meeting/) - Join the Baltimore Commission on Sustainability for it's monthly meeting. This month's agenda is as follows: Baltimore Commission on Sustainability Tuesday, February 21, 2017 417 E Fayette Street, 8th Floor AGENDA Staff Comments Chair Comments Approval of minutes Commission Welcome Legislative Updates Polystyrene Ban – Andrea Calderon/Claire Wayner Forest Conservation Act – Miriam Avins
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-3/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retails, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome Holly Freishtat, Baltimore City Food Policy
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-9/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting! dpw-zero-waste energy-justice-network-incinerator-zero-waste maryland-port-administration-reuse-of-dredged-material november-2016-commission-meeting-report
- [Green Network Plan Implementation Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-implementation-subcommittee-meeting-2/) - Subcommittee purpose: Develop recommendations to guide the process and structure for budgeting, selecting, designing, constructing, owning and maintaining the projects coming out of the Green Network Plan.
- [Green Network Plan Funding & Finance Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-funding-finance-subcommittee-meeting-3/) - Subcommittee purpose: Research and recommend funding streams for implementation of pilot projects and suggest ways that ongoing resources can be dedicated for future projects and ongoing maintenance.
- [Green Network Plan Land Use & Design Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-land-use-design-subcommittee-meeting-3/) - The purpose of the Green Network Plan Land Use and Design Subcommittee is to develop preliminary land use plans that outline opportunities for new greening and redevelopment that complements the Green Network vision and projects and spurs new investment in neighborhood stabilization, revitalization, and redevelopment in targeted areas.
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac-2/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retail, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome and Updates Alice Huang, Food Access
- [Green Network Plan Funding & Finance Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-funding-finance-subcommittee-meeting-2/) - Subcommittee purpose: Research and recommend funding streams for implementation of pilot projects and suggest ways that ongoing resources can be dedicated for future projects and ongoing maintenance.
- [Green Network Advisory Team Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-advisory-team-meeting/) - Meeting of the Green Network Plan Advisory Team
- [Green Network Plan Meeting - West](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-meeting-west/) - There are over 30,000 vacant properties in Baltimore. We’re working with your community to turn some of those vacant lots and buildings into assets for a brighter future. What’s the plan? You tell us. We need you to come and share what’s most important to you, what YOU want to see. Playgrounds, gardens, food markets,
- [Green Network Plan Meeting - East](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-meeting-east/) - There are over 30,000 vacant properties in Baltimore. We’re working with your community to turn some of those vacant lots and buildings into assets for a brighter future. What’s the plan? You tell us. We need you to come and share what’s most important to you, what YOU want to see. Playgrounds, gardens, food markets,
- [Green Network Plan Focus Area Charrette – Sandtown-Winchester & Harlem Park Neighborhoods](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-focus-area-charrette-sandtown-winchester-harlem-park-neighborhoods/) - Purpose: Pilot Area – Development of a land use and design strategy for the Sandtown-Winchester and Harlem Park neighborhoods as part of the Baltimore City Green Network Plan. This design strategy will focus on strategic demolition of abandoned buildings, creating new neighborhood greening opportunities with connections to existing parks and green spaces and identifying projects
- [Green Network Plan Focus Area Charrette – Sandtown-Winchester & Harlem Park Neighborhoods](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-focus-area-charrette-sandtown-winchester-harlem-park-neighborhoods-2/) - Purpose: Pilot Area – Development of a land use and design strategy for the Sandtown-Winchester and Harlem Park neighborhoods as part of the Baltimore City Green Network Plan. This design strategy will focus on strategic demolition of abandoned buildings, creating new neighborhood greening opportunities with connections to existing parks and green spaces and identifying projects
- [Commission Meeting and Sustainability Ambassador Party](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-8/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting and Sustainability Ambassador party/gathering. Come share your stories, eat great food, meet other amazing people and tell us what you think about this process. We want to celebrate you and make sure your voice is being heard. We will have food, drinks, games,
- [Green Network Plan Funding & Finance Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-funding-finance-subcommittee-meeting/) - Subcommittee purpose: Research and recommend funding streams for implementation of pilot projects and suggest ways that ongoing resources can be dedicated for future projects and ongoing maintenance.
- [Green Network Plan Implementation Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-implementation-subcommittee-meeting/) - Subcommittee purpose: Develop recommendations to guide the process and structure for budgeting, selecting, designing, constructing, owning and maintaining the projects coming out of the Green Network Plan.
- [Green Network Plan Focus Area Charrette – Shipley Hill, Boyd-Both, and Carrollton Ridge Neighborhoods](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-focus-area-charrette-shipley-hill-boyd-both-and-carrollton-ridge-neighborhoods-2/) - Purpose: Pilot Area - Development of a land use and design strategy for the Shipley Hill, Boyd-Booth, and Carrollton Ridge neighborhoods to compliment the Frederick Elementary School INSPIRE Plan and the Baltimore City Green Network Plan. This strategy will focus on strategic demolition of abandoned buildings, creating new neighborhood greening opportunities with connections to existing
- [Green Network Plan Focus Area Charrette - Shipley Hill, Boyd-Both, and Carrollton Ridge Neighborhoods](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-focus-area-charrette-shipley-hill-boyd-both-and-carrollton-ridge-neighborhoods/) - Purpose: Pilot Area - Development of a land use and design strategy for the Shipley Hill, Boyd-Booth, and Carrollton Ridge neighborhoods to compliment the Frederick Elementary School INSPIRE Plan and the Baltimore City Green Network Plan. This strategy will focus on strategic demolition of abandoned buildings, creating new neighborhood greening opportunities with connections to existing
- [Green Network Plan Land Use & Design Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-land-use-design-subcommittee-meeting-2/) - The purpose of the Green Network Plan Land Use and Design Subcommittee is to develop preliminary land use plans that outline opportunities for new greening and redevelopment that complements the Green Network vision and projects and spurs new investment in neighborhood stabilization, revitalization, and redevelopment in targeted areas.
- [Green Network Plan Land Use & Design Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-land-use-design-subcommittee-meeting/) - The purpose of the Green Network Plan Land Use and Design Subcommittee is to develop preliminary land use plans that outline opportunities for new greening and redevelopment that complements the Green Network vision and projects and spurs new investment in neighborhood stabilization, revitalization, and redevelopment in targeted areas.
- [Green Network Plan Outreach & Engagement Subcommittee Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-outreach-engagement-subcommittee-meeting/) - The Green Network Plan Outreach & Engagement Subcommittee provides feedback and guidance to the Office of Sustainability/Department of Planning on the overall communications and public outreach for the Green Network Plan planning process.
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-action-coalition-food-pac/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retail, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome Holly Freishtat, Baltimore City Food Policy
- [Lots Alive 3 Story Stories Kick Off](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/lots-alive-3-story-stories-kick-off/) - 3 Story Stories, a winner of the Lots Alive program, is an outdoor reading room at The Wonderground Lot in the heart of the Greenmount West neighborhood. “3-Story Stories” will feature more than 600 book bookshelf that looks like three 3-story rowhouses, a warehouse that doubles as a table for the readers, and soft stoops and
- [Commission Meeting CANCELLED](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-6/) - The August Commission on Sustainability meeting is cancelled. Please join us in September!
- [Food Policy Action Coalition (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-pac/) - Food PAC is coordinated by the Baltimore Food Policy Initiative and is open to all organizations and residents working on food access, local food, urban agriculture, food retail, and/or other relevant food system issues. Meetings provide time for updates, presentations and breakout sessions. All are welcome to attend! Agenda Welcome Holly Freishtat, Baltimore City Food Policy Director,
- [Green Network Plan Public Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/green-network-plan-public-meeting/) - Join us for the First Public Meeting for the Green Network planning process. At this meeting, stakeholders will be provided with an overview of the planning process and will have the opportunity to provide feedback on project goals. Refreshments will be provided. Parking: Street parking is available. Accessibility: For ADA accommodations, please email plan@baltimorecity.gov or call Amy Gilder-Busatti at 410-396-4369 no later than June 10th.
- [Food Policy Advisory Committee (Food PAC)](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-policy-advisory-committee-food-pac/) - The Food Policy Advisory Committee (Food PAC) consists of over 65 members representing stakeholders in Baltimore’s food system, working toward increasing healthy food access in Baltimore City. Food PAC meets bimonthly, totaling 6 meetings a year, and is open to the public.
- [Lots Alive Upresting Performance](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/lots-alive-upresting-performance-2/) - Lots Alive, a grant program of the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts and the Baltimore Office of Sustainability's Growing Green Initiative, supports the creation of temporary public art projects sited on vacant lots within the Baltimore City limits. Upresting, a winner of the Lots Alive grant program, is a series of workshops and performances
- [Lots Alive Upresting Performance](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/lots-alive-upresting-performance/) - Lots Alive, a grant program of the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts and the Baltimore Office of Sustainability's Growing Green Initiative, supports the creation of temporary public art projects sited on vacant lots within the Baltimore City limits. Upresting, a winner of the Lots Alive grant program, is a series of workshops and performances
- [Lots Alive Upresting Workshop](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/lots-alive-upresting-workshop-2/) - Lots Alive, a grant program of the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts and the Baltimore Office of Sustainability's Growing Green Initiative, supports the creation of temporary public art projects sited on vacant lots within the Baltimore City limits. Upresting, a winner of the Lots Alive grant program, is a series of workshops and performances
- [Lots Alive Upresting Workshop](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/lots-alive-upresting-workshop/) - Lots Alive, a grant program of the Baltimore Office of Promotion & the Arts and the Baltimore Office of Sustainability's Growing Green Initiative, supports the creation of temporary public art projects sited on vacant lots within the Baltimore City limits. Upresting, a winner of the Lots Alive grant program, is a series of workshops and performances
- [Herring Run Park Trash Pickup Event](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/herring-run-park-trash-pickup-event/) - Get Trashed flier v3
- [Youth Leadership Summit: Defining Sustainability](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/youth-leadership-summit-defining-sustainability/) - Youth Leadership Summit: Defining Sustainability How does sustainability connect to society and your everyday life? How does connecting to the environment meet community needs? DATE: 3/12/2016 Time: 10:00 AM-3:30 PM Lunch and snacks will be served! Location: The Vollmer Center at Cylburn Arboretum, 4915 Greenspring Avenue, 21209 Indicate if you need FREE transportation in your
- [GreenScape 2016!](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/greenscape-2016/) - Save the date: GreenScape – Baltimore Rowing and Resource Center – Sat Apr 23, 11am-2pm GreenScape is a FREE for-youth-by-youth celebration of student environmental leadership in Baltimore City. All are invited, including students, teachers, parents, and supporters. Participants can try out a kayak, eat a light lunch, learn what school green teams have been doing
- [Weather and Climate Day](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/weather-and-climate-day/) - http://weatherandclimateday.org/details/
- [Annual Sustainability Town Hall Event](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-4/) - Join us for the Annual Town Hall Event at Humanim
- [Oil Train Town Hall Meeting with CCAN and oil train survivor Marilaine Savard](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/oil-train-town-hall-meeting-with-ccan-and-oil-train-survivor-marilaine-savard/) - SPEAKERS: Marilaine Savard, a mom from Lac-Mégantic, Quebec, who will share her firsthand story Mike Tidwell and Jon Kenney, Chesapeake Climate Action Network Paul Plymouth, Office of Baltimore City Council President Jack Young Fritz Lang of Railroad Workers United
- [CANCELLED! Plastic Bag Ban Rally in Annapolis](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/plastic-bag-ban-rally-in-annapolis/) - This event has been cancelled and will be rescheduled.
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-7/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting!
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-2/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting!
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-5/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting!
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting-3/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting!
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-meeting/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting!
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/2248/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability Meeting!
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/2249/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability Meeting!
- [Commission Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/2250/) - We invite the public to join us for our monthly Commission on Sustainability meeting!
- [Commission on Sustainability Monthly Meeting](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/commission-on-sustainability-monthly-meeting/) - The Commission on Sustainability is made up of 21 members representing environmental groups, community organizations, labor unions, public health and environmental justice interests, and private industry. The Commission welcomes the community to public meetings every 3rd Tuesday at 4pm in the Baltimore City Planning Office, 417 E. Fayette St., 8th Floor.
- [The Baltimore School of Urban Ecology](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/the-baltimore-school-of-urban-ecology/) - Freeman A. Hrabowski III with Morgan Grove, and Steward Pickett Presenting: The Baltimore School of Urban Ecology. Thursday December 17, 7:30PM @ Red Emma's How can we make sure people living in urban environments have a high quality of life—good health, a safe environment, stable communities free of violence, and opportunities to prosper. How can
- [Blue Water Baltimore - Yoga to Save the Bay](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/blue-water-baltimore-yoga-to-save-the-bay/)
- [Blue Water Baltimore - Nursery Volunteer Work Day](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/blue-water-baltimore-nursery-volunteer-work-day/)
- [Bay-Wise & Beautiful Garden Tour](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/bay-wise-beautiful-garden-tour/) - Learn what you can do to reduce pollutants into the Bay by touring Mt Washington certified backyard gardens. Register at http://baywise-tour.eventbrite.com. A University of Maryland Extension event.
- [Tree Keeper Class - Tree Pruning](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/tree-keeper-class-tree-pruning/) - Register at http://www.baltimoretreetrust.org
- [Tree Keeper Class – Using a Key to ID Trees](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/tree-keeper-class-using-a-key-to-id-trees-2/) - Register at http://www.baltimoretreetrust.org
- [Tree Keeper Class – Tree Selection](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/tree-keeper-class-tree-selection/) - Register at http://www.baltimoretreetrust.org
- [Tree Keeper Class - Using a Key to ID Trees](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/tree-keeper-class-using-a-key-to-id-trees/) - Register at http://www.baltimoretreetrust.org
- [Federal Hill Park Tree Planting with Baltimore Tree Trust](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/federal-hill-park-tree-planting/) - Register at http://www.baltimoretreetrust.org
- [STAR Celebration](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/star-celebration/)
- [Food Environment Map](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/food-environment-map/)
- [Greenspace](https://www.baltimoresustainability.org/event/greenspace/)

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