Sept. 11, 2026

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Power Down the Crown

The Power Down the Crown program is a key piece of the city’s sustainability goals, supporting organizations in unlocking utility savings and reducing energy waste. Building owners can join the free energy benchmarking program at any time, and anyone interested in learning more can attend an upcoming information session.

Learn about what the program can do for you on Wednesday, Sept. 23, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the Charlotte-Mecklenburg Government Center.

Register for the Info Session

Carolina Carshare Program Active at Three Sites

For only $5 an hour or $50 a day — what a great deal to get around the Queen City! It's all possible thanks to Carolina Carshare. The city's EV car share program launched in 2025 at Peppertree Apartments with hopes for additional locations to follow. Now, the first of its kind program in the Southeast has expanded to two new locations in Charlotte, the Innovation Barn and McNeel Apartments.

In addition to electric vehicle access at the McNeel location, residents will also have the opportunity to participate in an e-bike program that provides access to e-bikes along with the training and support needed to expand their everyday transportation options. As key collaborators, DreamKey Partners helps identify qualifying residents and Trips for Kids provides essential training and maintenance, so the program delivers comprehensive, wrap-around services that encourage and sustain long-term rider engagement.

Read more about the recent celebration at McNeel and find photos of the event.

Carolina Carshare in Action Video

Green Pathways Gives Students Lessons in Sustainability

Over the summer, the City of Charlotte’s Office of Youth Opportunities gave high school students and incoming college freshmen an opportunity to step into the world of local government. Through the Green Pathways program, students gained firsthand exposure to the Office of Sustainability and Resilience, learning about the team’s work and what a typical day in the field looks like.

From environmental issues to potential careers, the course aimed at opening their eyes to the future they could have and their ability to foster change right now.

Green Pathways Video

Data Centers Community Engagement

Resident feedback will be an important part of how the city shapes policy recommendations for council in the coming months. We’ve launched a public survey that we encourage you to use to share your thoughts.

Take the Survey

There are also several community engagement sessions scheduled throughout September. The meetings are formatted to allow participants to ask questions and give input along the way.

Learn More and Register

You can learn more on the Data Centers FAQs page. 

Safety Fest

Saturday, Sept. 12, 1-3 p.m., Clanton Park

The Charlotte Department of Transportation’s Vision Zero Program invites you to save the date for our fifth annual Mobility Safety Fest! This fun and informative community event will include demonstrations, city information, free food and drinks, entertainment and other activities.

Safety Fest

SOL Summit 2026: Don't Keep That Same Energy

Thursday, Sept. 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., the Harvey B. Gantt Center For African-American Arts + Culture

Rooted in SOL Nation's commitment to community sovereignty, SOL Summit creates space to strengthen relationships, share knowledge and develop practical strategies that lead to healthier neighborhoods, stronger local economies, climate resilience and greater community ownership.

SOL Summit

Monarch Festival

Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., Reedy Creek Nature Center

Join Keep Charlotte Beautiful and the Bee City Committee at the 7th Charlotte Monarch Festival! This event features community resources, environmental groups and plenty of kid activities. Over 550 people attended last year, so we encourage you to arrive early or toward the end for an easy parking spot.

Monarch Festival

Stream Cleanup

Thursday, Sept. 24, 11 a.m. to noon, Briar Creek

Stream cleanups involve removing litter from streams and surrounding areas to help improve water quality and protect wildlife habitat

Briar Creek Cleanup

Energy Efficiency Rebate Programs Overview hosted by Duke Energy

Friday, Sept. 25, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m., CPCC Harris Conference Center

Join Duke Energy for an informative Lunch & Learn designed to hear about new and existing Duke Energy programs designed to save on energy costs. This session will provide a comprehensive overview of available energy efficiency programs, rebates and resources to help you identify opportunities, reduce energy costs and plan impactful projects. 

Duke Energy Lunch & Learn

Catawba Riversweep

Saturday, Oct. 3, 9 a.m. to noon, Campbell Creek Greenway

It's almost time for another Cleanup Trifecta! Join Keep Charlotte Beautiful, Charlotte-Mecklenburg Storm Water Services, and Mecklenburg County Park & Recreation in cleaning up along Campbell Creek as part of the annual Catawba Riversweep. Volunteers will have the option to clean up litter along Margaret Wallace Road, Campbell Creek Greenway, and in Campbell Creek itself.

Catawba Riversweep

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