Baltimore Commission on Sustainability

Board Information

The Commission committed to three operating principles that would guide the development of the Sustainability Plan in an attempt to maximize public involvement: Engagement – To engage a wide scope of the Baltimore community, including those not traditionally involved in the existing environmental discourse, in the development and implementation of the Sustainability Plan. Inclusiveness – To apply a broad definition of “environment” to include contexts relevant to the diverse populations within the Baltimore community. Recognize that individuals define their “environment” differently, whether be it their home, city block, or ecosystem. Translation – To use language that is meaningful to a wide range of the Baltimore community. Instead of altogether avoiding the use of more technical language, look for opportunities to educate new audiences on these concepts and how they may relate to them.