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Discover Gold and Green
Planners are sure to discover gold and the benefits of ‘green’ when they bring their meetings to Sacramento. Conventions and exhibitions held at the Sacramento Convention Center are certified ‘green’ and can use the nationally recognized Green-e symbol in their electronic and print collateral to communicate their group’s commitment to renewable energy excellence. In addition, estimate emissions and learn how to become a green meeting leader with CarbonNeutral® Events.
Did you know?
- According to SustainLane’s 2006 list of top sustainable cities, Sacramento is the 13th greenest city in the county, tied for first in ‘City Innovation’ and tied for second best ‘Green Economy’ in the nation.
- Sacramento is “On the Verge” of becoming a top 4 worldwide green leader according to Fast Company’s “Fast Cities 2007.”
- Referred to as the most impressive program in the nation (National Public Radio), the Sacramento Tree Foundation’s Greenprint initiative aims to double the region’s urban tree canopy – a planting of up to 5 million new trees that will improve air quality and increase energy conservation.
- With a fantastic year-round climate, designated bike lanes throughout the city and over 32 miles of trail stretching across the American River Parkway, it’s no wonder Bicycling Magazine considers Sacramento one of the best cities to bike.
