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Though they vary by size and by precise mission, the “big picture” purpose of sustainable communities is to work to enact the vision of an economically just, ecologically balanced world. By inspiring and training people to implement pragmatic solutions to the problems created by our present unsustainable system of resource distribution, these communities move us in practical ways to a better world.
The concept of sustainable communities in more detail
is explained by going to this Link:
"We have the capacity to create a remarkably different economy: one that can restore ecosystems and protect the environment while bringing forth innovation, prosperity, meaningful work, and true security." - Paul Hawken
Sustainability Groups:
Albany Pine Bush
Albany Pine Bush
Our work centers on building knowledge and ensuring the sustainability of the living and non-living components of Albany's inland pine barrens ecosystem. We work to promote and protect conditions that allow native plants and animals to persist.
Beyond Plastics
Beyond Plastics
Beyond Plastics is a nationwide project based at Bennington College in Bennington, Vermont, that pairs the wisdom and experience of environmental policy experts with the energy and creativity of grassroots advocates to build a vibrant and effective movement to end plastic pollution everywhere.
Buy Local Grow Local
Buy Local Grow Local
BLGL is an online directory that promotes locally owned and operated businesses that emphasize sustainability and/or social responsibility in their business practice and encourages the growing of food locally by residents and farms.
BLGL is an online directory that promotes locally owned and operated businesses that emphasize sustainability and/or social responsibility in their business practice and encourages the growing of food locally by residents and farms.
Capital Native Plants
We provide New York’s Capital Region homeowners and professional landscapers with indigenous, butterfly- and bird-friendly plants that are not only beautiful and hardy, but also support the local ecosystem.
City of Albany Office of Sustainability
The Office of Sustainability is responsible for advancing the climate and sustainability goals of the City of Albany. Their work involves everything from transitioning to clean energy to outreach to planning for the electrification of the city’s fleet and more. Concerned with both city operations and the community as a whole, the Office of Sustainability works to ensure that the future of Albany is a sustainable one.
City of Albany Sustainability Committee
Established in 2013 by the City Council, the Sustainability Advisory Committee (SAC) is dedicated to advancing sustainability practices and uniting action on climate change within Albany. The SAC collaborates to shape a greener future for Albany by promoting energy efficiency, environmental conservation, and sustainable living. Community volunteers are always welcome - you don’t have to be appointed to help!
Clean and Healthy Albany
Our ultimate goal is to create a just and sustainable society, in which every community and neighborhood is free of toxic toxic ingredients in consumer goods, lead from paint and pipes in our homes, and toxic facilities emitting harmful chemicals into our air and water.
Collard City Growers
Collard City Growers
at the Sanctuary for Independent Media
Collard City Growers (CCG) is a food justice arts and permaculture project located on a formerly abandoned lot on the Sanctuary’s campus in North Troy.
Cornell Cooperative Extension
Cornell Cooperative Extension
Cornell Cooperative Extension (CCE) environment programs engage individuals and communities in conserving and sustaining the quality, diversity, and accessibility of New York's natural resources and environmental assets. Follow the link to locate your local office.
Guilderland Coalition
Guilderland Coalition
Guilderland Coalition for Responsible Growth (GCRG) is concerned with the speed and lack of transparency of the approval process for an explosion of massive new development projects proposed throughout the Town.
Home Earth Alliance
Our mission is to educate, inspire, and empower people in the Capital Region to cultivate ecological homes and outdoor spaces that support biodiversity, mitigate climate change, and promote environmental justice.
RADIX
RADIX
Ecological Sustainability Center
The mission of the Radix Center is to promote ecological literacy and environmental stewardship through educational programs based around demonstrations of sustainable technologies.
Rensselaer Environmental Coalition
Rensselaer Environmental Coalition
The Rensselaer Environmental Coalition (REC) is a group of residents formed to address the serious environmental problems associated with two solid waste projects in the city of Rensselaer: the Dunn Construction and Demolition (C&D) Landfill and the proposed BioHiTech garbage processing facility.
Rensselaer Land Trust
Rensselaer Land Trust
and the Rensselaer Plateau Alliance
Together, our mission is to conserve the open spaces, watersheds, and natural habitats of Rensselaer County for the benefit of our communities and future generations.
Sierra Club Hudson Mohawk Group
Sierra Club Hudson Mohawk Group
The Sierra Club Hudson Mohawk Group was founded in 1974 and has been dedicated to preserving, protecting, advocating, and helping our members enjoy nature.
Sunray Sustainability
Sunray Sustainability
We actively promote ecologically regenerative practices and principles by providing educational opportunities for people of all ages, and collaborating with various organizations. Our goal is to support communities in becoming more self-reliant and resilient in the face of a rapidly changing world. We believe that the current systems of extraction and environmental desecration must be replaced with systems that encourage a relationship with the natural world, build strong communities, and ensure all people have access to clean air, clean water, shelter, healthy food, and a meaningful life.
Sustainable Saratoga
Sustainable Saratoga
Sustainable Saratoga is a not-for-profit organization that promotes sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources, through education and advocacy.
Sustainable Saratoga is a not-for-profit organization that promotes sustainable practices and the protection of natural resources, through education and advocacy.
Soulfire Farm
Soulfire Farm
Soul Fire Farm is an Afro-Indigenous centered community farm committed to uprooting racism and seeding sovereignty in the food system. We raise and distribute life-giving food as a means to end food apartheid.
Zero Waste
Zero Waste
Zero Waste Capital District is a coalition of organizations in New York State's Capital Region focused on education and outreach about the importance of reducing waste.
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