Fighting the climate crisis will take all of us, and the efforts we make today will affect generations to come. Charlotte Mayor Vi Lyles leads the city’s National Energy Energy Week celebration by reaffirming the city’s commitment to the Sustainable and Resilient Charlotte by 2050 Resolution. Learn more about the resolution and the city’s Strategic Energy Action Plan.
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Mayor Vi Lyles: Hi, I'm the City
of Charlotte's Mayor Vi Lyles. It's been a big week across the
country because we're Celebrating National Clean
Energy Week. Fighting the Climate crisis will take all of
us and it will affect Generations after us. This is
why sustainability and Environmental stewardship are
very important to me. And why I Am proud that Charlotte has
earned the designation of a LEED Certified city, which stands for
Leadership and Energy and Environmental Design. We have achieved the significant
status by developing and Executing plans that reduce
carbon emissions by increasing Energy efficiency and leveraging
clean energy technologies in our Buildings. In my time as mayor,
we have made great strides in Reducing our carbon footprint.
We know the majority of our City's emissions come from the
transportation and building Sectors, which is why we are
committed to the Sustainable and Resilient Charlotte by 2050
Resolution that was passed Unanimously by the Charlotte
City Council in 2018. This Resolution strives to have city
fleet and facilities be fueled By 100% zero carbon sources by
2030. It also sets a community Wide goal for Charlotte to
become a low carbon city by 2050. Personally, I am also proud of
my work as co-chair of America Is All In, which has set a goal
to achieve at least 50 to 52% of National emission reductions by
the year 2030. We have been Encouraged by the multiple
businesses, nonprofits, national And local organizations that
have partnered with us to reduce Emissions. We know it will take
every level of government, every Business sector, and every
person to create a resilient, Healthy city for all. And the
sustainable choices each of us Make every day will help us all
breathe easier tomorrow. Happy National Clean Energy Week.
Moving to Charlotte North Carolina?
Event & Life
From the arts and culture to outdoor activities, shopping, dining, and more, Charlotte North Carolina has plenty to offer residents. The city is home to UNC Charlotte, Johnson & Wales University, and Queens University, as well as six Fortune 500 companies including Bank of America, Lowe’s, Duke Energy, Sonic Automotive, and Brighthouse Financial. It is no wonder that singles, young couples, and families are moving to Charlotte at a rapid pace.
Those who enjoy being outdoors will appreciate that the area has 35 miles of greenways perfect for hiking, jogging, and biking. The area also has great access to beaches and mountains. Other attractions include the Bechtler Museum of Modern Art, the Mint Museum, and the Levine Center of the New South. And of course, NASCAR fans will love that the city is home to the Charlotte Motor Speedway and the NASCAR Hall of Fame.
The area has a variety of restaurants offering everything from down-home cooking to cuisine from around the world. Popular choices include Amelie’s French Bakery & Café for strong coffee and quiche du jour, 5Church for New American food with a twist, and Stoke for soul-warming, made-from-scratch dishes.
Charlotte has a wide range of public transportation options with bus service provided by CATS. However, many people choose to drive and, as is true in most large cities, traffic can be a big issue during peak driving times. It’s important for those considering relocating to Charlotte to make sure they understand the area’s climate, traffic, and cost of living before making the move.