{"id":15434,"date":"2019-05-22T09:00:07","date_gmt":"2019-05-22T13:00:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.cubesmart.com\/blog\/?p=15434"},"modified":"2023-11-15T13:23:40","modified_gmt":"2023-11-15T18:23:40","slug":"americas-greenest-cities","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/staging.cubesmart.dev\/blog\/post\/americas-greenest-cities\/","title":{"rendered":"America’s Greenest Cities"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

You\u2019ve probably heard the news: waste and consumption are out, and green cities are in. These days, it seems that every city has initiatives like reducing energy consumption, saving water, and creating sustainable transportation. We wanted to look at America\u2019s most sustainable cities and communities through a different lens: upcycling and creative reuse. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

From upcycled art to recycled fashion shows and DIY co-ops, embracing creative trends in eco-friendliness puts these cities and regions at the forefront of sustainability. In no particular order, here are the cities that are proving why your possessions are made to keep<\/a>. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

1. San Francisco, CA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"San
Via Nicol\u00e1s Boullosa\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s no secret that San\nFrancisco is one of America\u2019s most sustainable cities and a leader in LEED certification,\nrecycling, sustainable\ntransportation, water conservation, and more. But did you know it\u2019s also\npaving the way for upcycling\nfashion? SFMade promotes local designers like Prisma Guitars, which\nmakes its instruments from broken skateboards, and \u00c0plat, which creates\nzero-waste totes and more. In nearby San Geronimo, Rebecca Burgess founded\nFibershed, dedicated to a completely sustainable fashion life cycle. There\u2019s San\nFrancisco Sustainable Fashion Week each year around Earth Day, and the city\nalso committed to the I:CO City Initiative, which aims to create an\ninfrastructure so residents can easily recycle textiles. Bottom line: San\nFrancisco is committed to sustainability in every way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

2. Bend, OR<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Bicycles
Via Joey Doll\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Pacific Northwest is no stranger to the eco-friendly lifestyle. This area is full of sustainable cities and communities, and Bend, Oregon is one of the best. This small mountain town has big sustainability goals, from upcycling to organic farming. Residents don\u2019t throw out old boots or damaged tents. They get them repaired\u2014and buy quality second-hand sports equipment\u2014at resale shop Gear Fix. After a day enjoying the great outdoors, they grab a pint at Deschutes Brewery, which turns its spent grain into pizza crust, or dinner at Jackson\u2019s Corner for locally grown, organic meals. Speaking of beer, check out The Environmental Center\u2019s Green Drinks program, which pairs eco-sustainability education with adult beverages. It\u2019s a match made in environmentalist heaven. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

3. King County, WA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Farmers
Via Glenda J.\/Yelp.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Sprawling King County is home\nto Seattle, which is certainly no slouch when it comes to sustainable cities. But\nwe want to talk about the amazing things that a couple of sleepy suburbs are\ndoing. In Redmond\u2019s Marymoor Park, the CHOMP! festival celebrates local food\nand eco-friendly lifestyles.\nLearn how to build a pollinator hotel and rain garden, talk to local farmers,\nand visit the Upcycle Bazaar; it\u2019s happening on August 17 this year. For\nyear-round education, head to 21 Acres in Woodinville for the farmers market,\ntours of their sustainable farm, and classes from beekeeping to organic\ncooking. Top off your visit with a stop at Chateau Ste. Michelle Winery, a\nWashington State certified EnviroStars business. Now that\u2019s a Seattle day trip\nthat\u2019s fun and <\/em>educational.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

4. Alexandria, VA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Gazebo
Via ESB Professional\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This D.C. suburb is making a name for itself outside the shadow of the nation\u2019s capital, especially when it comes to sustainability. With almost 50 miles of bike lanes and trails, cycling is a great, green way to get around Alexandria. Need repairs? V\u00e9locity Bicycle Cooperative will teach you how to do it yourself. When it\u2019s time for a new ride, they\u2019ll also recycle your old bike. Another cool DIY organization is the UpCycle Creative Reuse Center, which takes donations of everything from corks and bottle caps to fabric, greeting cards, and paint, then uses them in its art classes and summer camps. That\u2019s creativity at its eco-friendly best. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

5. Gainesville, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"The
Via Nan T.\/Yelp.com<\/a>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This central Florida city has always been ahead of the DIY trend. Its rock and roll roots gave rise to Tom Petty, Less Than Jake, and Against Me!, and this damn-the-man attitude leads to all sorts of interesting upcycling projects. Snap a photo of the Shipping Container House, which is made of 12 shipping containers and runs entirely on solar energy. Perhaps owner Tom Fox furnished it with items from The Repurpose Project store, which salvages building supplies, art materials, and office supplies for resale, or from the University of Florida\u2019s furniture collection program.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

6. Oxford, MS<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Oxford
Via Ken Lund\/Flickr<\/a>\n<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Speaking of colleges taking the lead on green city initiatives, in Oxford, the University of Mississippi, aka \u201cOle Miss,\u201d combines football and recycling to create a win for the environment. The Green Grove Program uses a beloved tradition\u2014tailgating, of course!\u2014to collect recyclables and educate the public. The college\u2019s Office of Sustainability hosts the Sustainability Fair during the week of Earth Day every year, and runs composting, transportation, and general awareness initiatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

7. Chattanooga, TN<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"An
Via Chattanooga WorkSpace\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Tennessee\u2019s fourth-largest city is first when it comes to upcycling programs. Local store The Gear Closet has an awesome program that upcycles tents, chairs, grills, and more that are leftover from the Bonnaroo festival each year. You can find even more upcycled goods over at Chattanooga Mercantile in East Ridge. Its shops include Farmhouse Family for crafts made from old barn doors and more, and Revamped & Reclaimed for antiques and vintage pieces. Finally, check out the makers and artists at Chattanooga WorkSpace, and take a course on upcycling crafts, like embroidery with found objects. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

8. Pittsburgh, PA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Carnegie
Via Jiuguang Wang\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The days of Pittsburgh being known as \u201cSteel City\u201d are over. It\u2019s reinvented itself as a place for research and education, especially in robotics and medicine. Pittsburgh\u2019s universities have been at the forefront of these changes\u2014and their green city initiatives, too. Carnegie Mellon University\u2019s Metro21 Smart Cities Institute develops technology to solve the problems of the modern-day city, like water and energy use, and efficient transportation. And Chatham University\u2019s upcycling and recycling programs keep the city green by composting, providing energy-efficient transportation, and running annual recycling competitions. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

9. Cleveland, OH<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Cleveland
Via Erik Drost\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Like its neighbor Pittsburgh, Cleveland may not typically be known as one of the most sustainable cities. But there is a lot of innovation happening here, especially when it comes to environmentally friendly food systems and upcycling programs. Look no further than Great Lakes Brewing Co. They use spelt from the brewing process to feed their livestock, and also use old french fry oil to fuel the \u201cFatty Wagon,\u201d which delivers their beer to area pubs. More into art? Upcycle Parts Shop in St. Clair has saved 25 tons of art and craft supplies from going to the landfill through its creative reuse initiatives. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

10. Charlotte, NC<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Tulips
Via Toby Horn\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

North Carolina\u2019s biggest city is keeping its famous flowers blooming through its eco-friendly initiatives. It aims to become a Zero Waste City by 2050, and is well on its way thanks to two big players in town, Envision Charlotte and Healthy Communities. Envision Charlotte focuses on sustainable energy through business outreach. Its most ambitious project to date is the Innovation Barn, opening in August 2019, which will house an entirely zero-waste restaurant, craft beer bar, retail space, and offices for innovative circular economy companies. Healthy Communities focuses on waste reduction and upcycling through composting programs, fashion shows, and more. Who knew Charlotte was so sustainable? <\/p>\n\n\n\n

11. Kilauea, HI<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Exploring
Via Mike D\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

The Hawaiian island of Kaua\u2019i is also called the \u201cGarden Isle,\u201d and residents are working hard to keep it that way. Sustainable construction is all the rage, and Kilauea is on the cutting edge. The playground at Anaina Hou Community Park was made from recycled plastic and natural materials from the local area. The new Kilauea Lighthouse Village was built using green design strategies, and includes a sustainable wastewater treatment system. And local builder SOL Projex has completed projects like a sustainable tiny home and eco-friendly remodels in town. It\u2019s all part of the local philosophy of aloha \u0101ina<\/em>, or \u201clove for the land.\u201d <\/p>\n\n\n\n

12. Atlantic County, NJ<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Hammonton
Via John Theibault\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

If you\u2019re into upcycled art, what we\u2019re about to say next may surprise you. Atlantic County, New Jersey, is a perfect road trip destination! Start your journey at Beardfest in Hammonton, which runs June 13\u201315 this year. You\u2019ll find workshops on upcycling clothes and more, plus tips on how to live a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Then take a tour of the Robot Auto Parts Sculptures, crafted by local William Clark (find the dog above at Caruso’s Auto Parts), as well as the Junk Sculptures by Tom Peterson at Peterson’s Service Center in Egg Harbor Township. End your road trip at Arts Garage Atlantic City and get inspiration from artists like Ron Ross Cohen, who creates art with found objects, and Heather Howley, who refurbishes furniture in creative ways. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

13. Pasco County, FL<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"A
Via Michel Curi\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

South of Gainesville lies another Florida area that\u2019s just getting started on being green. Pasco County\u2019s \u201cKeep Pasco Beautiful\u201d organization is doing tons of good work, with cleanup events, nature seminars, Earth Day celebrations, and more. The Pasco Upcycle & Art Festival won a national award from Keep America Beautiful in 2018 and features vendors of pallet furniture, spoon bracelets, and more. It doesn\u2019t take place until November 16 this year, but that just gives you plenty of time to submit your application to display your own upcycled fashion or art. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

14. Park City, UT<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Sunrise
Via Johnny Adolphson\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Outdoorsy Park City is known for its beautiful landscapes and world-class ski slopes, and it wants to keep them pristine. The Sustainability Department has a goal of net zero carbon emissions and 100% renewable energy by 2030\u2014the most ambitious goal in North America. The city is also reducing its footprint by recycling and upcycling, thanks to organizations like the Kimball Art Center, which hosts makerspaces and events, and Habitat for Humanity ReStore, which educates the public on eco-friendly practices like repurposing furniture. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

15. Santa Fe, NM<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Santa
Via psyberartist\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

This artsy city is the perfect intersection of creativity and eco-sustainability. It has festivals: the Recycle Art Festival, taking place this year from November 15\u201317. It has upcyling stores: Native Son to help you repurpose furniture, and Hyperclash for 100% repurposed clothes. It has organizations like Upcycle Santa Fe, which runs workshops and other events. And Santa Fe has lots and lots of upcycled art. It is the original home of Meow Wolf, after all, the legendary collective that makes immersive art out of found objects. And don\u2019t miss Geoffrey Gorman, Gilbert Candelaria, and Doug Adams, who also create unique sculptures from found objects. Santa Fe is art with heart\u2014and environmental concern. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

16. Atlanta, GA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Sculptures
Via North Charleston\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Atlanta might use a different\nname for its sustainability department, but its objectives are just as green.\nThe Office of Resilience aims for 100% clean energy by 2035 through solar\nprojects, sustainable transportation, and the Atlanta Better Buildings Challenge\nfor energy efficiency. Plus, Atlanta serves as headquarters for environmentally\nfriendly companies, like Interface, which makes textiles from recycled fishing\nnets, and FLOR, which creates recyclable carpet tiles. Add in artists like\nCorrina Sephora, who makes sculptures with upcycled metal, and you\u2019ve got a\nwell-rounded green city that\u2019s going places.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

17. Boston, MA<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Boston
Via Vernaccia\/Flickr<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Boston is more than baseball and Sam Adams. It\u2019s making history with its Greenovate initiative, which aims to make the city carbon neutral by 2050. Along with public education and smart energy use programs, innovations include Project Oscar, a community compost program. Sustainable fashion is alive and well in Boston, too. Boston University\u2019s Fashion Revolution Week took place in April with a variety of panels and workshops to inspire the community to look beyond \u201cfast fashion.\u201d And in the South End neighborhood, the SoWa Vintage Market and Open Market feature upcycled items and local makers. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

18. New York, NY<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
\"Sunrise
Via oneinchpunch\/Shutterstock.com<\/a><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

New York and Boston are often rivals, but when it comes to green city programs, they\u2019re rivals in the best way. New York has sustainable fashion initiatives of its own, like the Ellen MacArthur Foundation\u2019s Make Fashion Circular project. It brings together big names in fashion to create an eco-friendly fashion cycle through programs like #WearNext, which set up more than 1,100 drop-off points for used clothing at retailers throughout the city. New York has its share of upcycling fairs and markets, too, like The Other Art Fair, which featured local talent upcycling unwanted art into works that are made to keep. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

These sustainable cities and\ncommunities are proving there\u2019s value in your stuff\u2014and proving the\nimportance of well-rounded green city initiatives. So whether you store it,\ndonate it, or upcycle it, whatever you do, don\u2019t throw it away! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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