Features

How green can the District grow?

Beth Marlowe Tuesday, October 06, 2015

As D.C. continues to grow, balancing growth with sustainability isn't always easy. Here are three ways the city is working toward that goal.

Green Tech, Sustainability

Fifty+ under 50: #foodheroes transforming DC's food system

Lindsay Smith Tuesday, August 04, 2015

Everywhere you look in D.C., there are #foodheroes. People helping D.C. residents grow more food, eat healthier, and care for the environment with their eating choices.

Community Development, Food Systems, Health and Wellbeing, Sustainability

Turning the tables: Chef gives back to farmers with "Table to Farm"

Alison Gillespie Tuesday, August 04, 2015

Chef Ryan Gordon at the Queen Vic has started a new partnership with the farmers who provide the fresh, sustainably-grown food for his pub, and he welcomes other chefs to join in the venture.

Food Systems, Sustainability

H Street

Ever wondered where DC's trees come from?

Whitney Pipkin Tuesday, July 21, 2015

To grow the city’s tree canopy to 40 percent by 2032, Casey Trees bought the farm (or, rather, was given one).

For Good / Non Profit, Out and about, Parks & Public Space, Sustainability

Are DC's new Circulator buses the ride of the future?

Christina Sturdivant Tuesday, July 07, 2015

The newest Circulator buses are greener and more comfortable--and you can even charge your phone while on board.

Sustainability, Transportation

Experts discuss how green buildings are changing DC

Alison Gillespie Tuesday, July 07, 2015

Last Tuesday some of the city’s green building experts met to discuss how new building codes are changing the way the city lives and works. The event was produced by ElevationDC and sponsored by the law firm of Nixon Peabody.

City Planning, Design, Health and Wellbeing, Sustainability

DC's public aquarium now offers fishy birthday parties

Alison Gillespie Monday, June 22, 2015

Starting this summer, parents can host birthday parties among the fish, crabs and turtles at the Aquatic Resources Education Center in Anacostia Park.

Anacostia River, Education, Parks & Public Space, Sustainability

Anacostia

How green buildings build neighborhoods

Alison Gillespie Tuesday, June 02, 2015

DC, a leader in the green building movement, is getting more than just energy savings and good vibes from its green buildings.

City Planning, Green Tech, Parks & Public Space, Sustainability

NoMa

Elevation Q&A: Tommy Wells on urban agriculture, playgrounds, and a tree summit

Alison Gillespie Tuesday, February 03, 2015

In early January, Tommy Wells was appointed Acting Director of the District Department of the Environment (DDOE). A few weeks after he took over, Elevation DC sat down to talk with him about his vision for his department and his priorities for the coming years.

Anacostia River, City Planning, Food Systems, Green Tech, Sustainability

Downtown, Capitol Riverfront

10 big ideas for D.C. now and in 2015

Rachel Kaufman Tuesday, December 16, 2014

What does the future hold for the District? Elevation D.C. looks forward for our last issue of the year.

City Planning, Community Development, Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, For Good / Non Profit, Health and Wellbeing, Parks & Public Space, Real Estate, Sustainability, Technology, The Arts, Transportation

One week until Creating Great Neighborhoods

Tuesday, November 04, 2014

Our Dec. 2 event, discussing the elements that make neighborhoods great, is full, but you can sign up for the waitlist.

City Planning, Community Development, Parks & Public Space, Retail, Sustainability, Transportation

Innovators, connectors and sharers: the people making DC amazing

Urbanful Monday, November 03, 2014

D.C. wouldn't be where it is without its passionate, engaged citizens. Get to know four of them.

Community Development, Economic Development, Entrepreneurship, Health and Wellbeing, Media, Restaurants, Retail, Sustainability, Technology, The Arts, Transportation

Congress Heights, NoMa, The Hill, Anacostia

Elevation Q&A: Jorge Bogantes Montero, Anacostia protector

Alison Gillespie Monday, October 27, 2014

Not many people know the Anacostia the way that Jorge Bogantes Montero does. As a natural resources specialist with the Anacostia Watershed Society, Montero is aware of the places where legacy pollutants form a troubled mix of dirty water. But he has also found places along the shores where wild persimmon and pawpaw fruits can still be found dangling from the limbs of native trees each fall.

Anacostia River, For Good / Non Profit, Health and Wellbeing, Parks & Public Space, Sustainability

Capitol Riverfront, Anacostia

No matter which 11th Street Bridge Park design is chosen, DC wins

Christina Sturdivant Thursday, September 11, 2014

The nationwide competiton to design an elevated park over the Anacostia has reached its home stretch, with four finalists unveiling their designs Thursday. Any would be a welcome addition to D.C.

Anacostia River, City Planning, Community Development, Design, Economic Development, Health and Wellbeing, Parks & Public Space, Sustainability, The Arts, Transportation

Capitol Riverfront, Anacostia

National Spotlight: What smart cities can learn from Denver

Eric Peterson Tuesday, September 09, 2014

Fueled by collaboration, the Mile High City is investing in transit-oriented development while also preserving its historic neighborhoods. Denver has gained 50,000 new residents in the past four years, outpacing its suburbs and most other metro areas.

City Planning, Community Development, Economic Development, Parks & Public Space, Retail, Sustainability, The Arts, Transportation

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