Sustainable Communities

Anchorage boasts an urban salmon run, an abundance of wildlife, stunning scenery, and a world-class trail and park system.

Alaska Center for the Environment's Sustainable Communities program focuses on quality of life issues in and around the city.  We believe that the Anchorage of tomorrow should include affordable and accessible public transit, safe and plentiful walking and biking routes, well-designed and attractive public and residential dwellings, a thriving local foods industry, and transportation links that keep our neighborhoods intact. 

Working together, we can ensure that Anchorage is a vibrant destination - and a model Alaskan city that future generations are proud to call home.  Click on the links below to find out how you can stay up to date and get involved.

Ongoing Programs

	LAND USE:  Bike paths, parks, the Coastal Trail, neighborhood planning, community-centered design - they're all part of what makes Anchorage a liveable city.  Find out what's happening with land use issues!
	LOCAL FOODS: Having access to locally produced foods in Alaska is important for our health, security, and economy.
	TRANSIT:  From buses to bicycles, an efficient and accessible alternative transportation system is essential to a sustainable community.  Some current issues ACE is working on to promote sustainable transportation systems include: Safe Streets Spenard,  U-Med Road, Highway to Highway (H2H), Knik Arm Bridge
	CLEAN WATER:  Find out how each of us can help protect our watershed.
	RECYCLING:  Resources to help you reduce waste and recycle.

Stay Up to Date: 

Join the Sustainable Communities bi-weekly update!  Stay informed & up-to-date on issues that affect your community and learn how you can get involved by clicking here!