Sustainable Portland

There is no better place in the United States to be a part of sustainable living than Portland.

In 1993 Portland was the first city to adopt Kyoto protocols; the city has maintained 1990 carbon dioxide levels while growing over the past 19 years. Per capita, the average Portlander produces 13% less carbon dioxide than he or she did 19 years ago. Throughout the rest of the country, that number has increased by 13%.  

Portland is home to a world-recognized transportation network, making travelling without a car a pleasant and quick option. 

In 2008 Portland was the first major city to receive a Platinum Rating for bike friendly community by the League of American Bicyclists. Sustainability is an integral part of the city development process.

The local Portland Tribune has a section about sustainable living in Portland. Check here for information about local news, activities, and guides. The Portland Tribune's Sustainable Life

BikePortland is a blog with a three-person full-time staff. It is updated several times each day with bicycling related news. The site also hosts a forum and monthly get together to build a community of knowledgeable bicyclists. BikePortland

The newly created Bureau of Sustainability and Planning has lots of opportunities for people looking to get plugged into sustainable developments around the city. Sustainable Development