GREEN MEETINGS SUSTAINABILITY & STEWARDSHIP PARKS SYSTEM IN THE COUNTRY -Trust for Public Land, 2023 In DC Rock Creek Park #1 PL ANNING U.S. CITY WITH THE MOST ENERGY STAR CERTIFIED BUILDINGS -U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 2022 #2 Discover how DC leads in sustainability. PAVING THE WAY TO SUSTAINABLE MEETINGS Local leaders are ensuring Washington, DC is a place to proudly show off for generations to come: • First LEED-certifi ed city in the world • Walter E. Washington Convention Center, LEED Gold certifi cation (2023) • Clean Energy DC Omnibus Amendment Act: the city plans to adopt a Net Zero Energy building code by 2026, improve energy effi ciency of existing buildings and reach 100% renewable electricity by 2032 Meetings and events play a role in the stewardship of our destination through community relationships and by infl uencing stakeholders in conservation eff orts. Destination DC supports corporate social responsibility, helps groups reduce their carbon footprint and provides information about volunteering and giving back. GUIDE EVENT 30 AMONG NORTH AMERICAN CITIES FOR SUSTAINABILITY -Corporate Knights, 2022 #3
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