Mayor Bowser's Budget Proposal Would Saddle DC with Dirty Fuels and Excessive Waste
April 5, 2024
The DC Chapter testified against proposals to eviscerate transitioning buildings off fossil fuels, weaken energy efficiency standards, use budget gimmicks to cut clean energy funding, and stymie adoption of zero waste practices like composting.
Environmental and Health Reviews Needed for Industrial Facilities in DC's Overburdened Neighborhoods
March 18, 2024
DC Chapter Chair Matt Gravatt testified before the DC Council in support of legislation to require that industrial facilities in overburdened communities undergo a thorough review for cumulative environmental and health impacts.
Sierra Club and DC Organizations Oppose Congressional Efforts to Roll Back DC Vehicle Pollution Standards
March 7, 2024
Along with other organizations in DC, the Sierra Club expressed our strong opposition to Congressional attempts to undermine the District’s authority to protect the health and welfare of its residents and the environment.
DC Needs More Car-Free Pedestrian Corridors
March 4, 2024
DC Chapter Sustainable Transportation Committee Chair Mike Litt testified in favor of legislation to designate pedestrian corridors closed to personal vehicle traffic.
DC Council Must Protect Funding for Low-Income Electrification & Energy Efficiency Measures
February 29, 2024
Clean Energy Committee Chair Lara Levison called for the DC Council to protect funding for low-income electrification and energy efficiency retrofits, reduce plastic waste, and move away from fossil- fuel-based transportation.
It's Time for DC Building Code Officials to Start Enforcing DC's Reuse Laws and Climate Commitments
February 22, 2024
Zero Waste Committee Chair Susan Schorr called on the Department of Buildings to enforce rules that demolition projects salvage half of construction materials and for department officials to stop obstructing Mayor Bowser's climate commitments.
Budget Shortfall Shows Need for Region-wide Dedicated Funding Source for Metro
February 16, 2024
Sustainable Transportation Committee Chair Mike Litt testified before the DC Council asking that DC, Maryland, and Virginia establish a dedicated WMATA funding source to ensure safe, reliable, and electrified transit for the region.
Volunteer Spotlight: Jean Stewart, 2023 Volunteer Appreciation Award Recipient
February 16, 2024
A profile of DC Chapter volunteer leader Jean Stewart, the recipient of the Sierra Club DC Chapter’s 2023 Volunteer Appreciation Award. Jean shares what drives her to be an environmental advocate and activist in DC, her experience as a DC Chapter...
Amid Affordability Crisis, DC Housing Must Transition Off Costly Fossil Fuels
February 15, 2024
Before the DC Council Housing Committee, Jean Stewart testified that DC should ensure that affordable housing residents enjoy lower utility bills and clean indoor air by transitioning off fossil fuels.
Expanded Transit, Bicycling, and Electric Transportation Needed in DC
February 9, 2024
Sustainable Transportation Committee Chair Mike Litt testified at the Department of Transportation oversight hearing in favor of improved bus service, Streetcar expansion, protected bike lanes, traffic safety enforcement, and more EV charging.