Citizens for a Sustainable Tysons
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We support the transformation of Tysons Corner into an urban, transit-oriented center, because of the environmental benefits gained from reducing land consumption, vehicle miles traveled, air pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and energy use.
We are promoting development that encourages a style of living that lessens dependence on the automobile and enables residents and workers of Tysons to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance their quality of life. By following the principles outlined in the following vision and goals, we believe that both the community and private landowners will benefit.
To read the details of our goals, please download the full version (pdf)
Our Vision
Tysons Corner development sets the global standard for transforming auto-dependent sprawl into desirable, sustainable, urban communities that minimize greenhouse gas emissions.
Tysons Today
Malls and “office-parks” lacking a sense of place combine with dangers for pedestrians | A Vision for Tysons Tomorrow
Streets, parks and urban design create a sense of place and safety for pedestrians and bicyclists |
Citizens for a Sustainable Tysons is a coalition of northern Virginia residents and environmental groups including the Sierra Club, the Coalition for Smarter Growth, and the Audubon Naturalist Society.
Sustainable development is that which "meets the needs of the present without compromising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs."
Source: World Commission on the Environment and Development, Brundtland Commission Report, 1987
Our Goals
1. Transit Oriented Development
2. Provide a Full Range of Community Services
3. Protect and Enhance the Environment
4. Provide a Full Range of Housing Affordability
5. Ensure Public Participation and Effective Implementation
To read the details of our goals, please download the full version (pdf)
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