The Sustainability Institute (SI) is a 501(c)3 non-profit
organization, governed by a volunteer Board of Directors.
We work at the grassroots level to achieve a sustainable
South Carolina—a place where homes and communities
are developed and restored to be healthy and environmentally
sound, where residents actively participate in community
decision-making, and where our natural resources and systems
are protected for the enjoyment of future generations.
our goal...
is to enable all South Carolinians to have a healthy,
comfortable and energy efficient home. We advocate and educate others to build, repair and renovate
using "green" choices that cause little or no harm
to the environment.
We encourage
community connectivity and developing capacities
to contribute positive and sustainable change in their areas.
We started focusing on five neighborhoods in North
Charleston.. today, we have statewide participation. A majority
of the over 2000 residents we’ve taught are over the
age of 55; 60% are African-American and many live on fixed
incomes.
Partnerships are very important to us, and we have worked with
Clemson Extension Master Gardeners, 211 Hotline, Americorps,
Habitat for Humanity, local universities, neighborhood and civic
associations, churches, and local and state governments.
our mission....
is one of trainings & outreach, services and initiatives. Our trainings & outreach efforts are designed to include a diverse audience in the sustainability discussion while transfering valuable skills to the community and to help professionals build upon successes and overcome learning curves that prevent them from embracing sustainable methods.
Our services are designed to help homeowners, professionals and businesses transform their buildings into sustainable examples.
our timeline....
Awards and
Recognition
2005 1st Place, City of North Charleston Clean Sweep Award
Carolina Recycling Association's 2004 Green Building Project
of the Year
2004 2nd Place City of North Charleston Clean Sweep Award
