About Us
CarbonfreeDC is a grassroots initiative dedicated to mobilizing DC area residents on one goal: dramatically reducing local carbon emissions.
This is accomplished by bringing together individuals, businesses, organizations and local government to:
• Learn about local opportunities to reduce carbon emissions
• Increase the adoption of renewable energy in the DC area
• Cultivate volunteer-lead sustainable office initiatives
• Galvanize citizens to share knowledge and resources to achieve our goals
The DC Metro area has the unique opportunity to position itself as a region at the forefront in combating climate change. We're taking the lead on making this a reality.
How to Join CarbonfreeDC
Just complete this form. Membership is free, and you'll get invited to our workshops as soon as they're scheduled!
Why We Care
The global climate change crisis is the most pressing issue humanity has ever faced.
If left unchecked, climate change could wreak havoc on the Earth -- including the DC area. In August 2008, Maryland scientists concluded that by midcentury, the region will be in a perpetual heat wave throughout the summer, air pollution and heat stress respiratory problems will increase, indigenous tree species will “fade away” and hundreds of square miles of wetlands habitats will be destroyed(1).
But through our actions and voices we can mitigate this looming disaster. Attending CarbonfreeDC workshops, forming green teams and sharing ideas together are important next steps toward achieving a sustainable world.
Watch this 10-minute video about why we all should care: