Initiatives

Our work focuses on the following initiatives:


Energy Solutions

We promote energy efficiency and renewable energy options, geared toward local needs and situations.
Projects include: Neighborhood Energy Forum, Neighborhood Solar Forum


Livable Streets

We advocate for streets as communal spaces that prioritize people over cars.
Projects include: Park(ing) Day/Cortelyou Rd. Park, Street Tree Walking Tours, Newkirk Block Party


Urban Gardening and Farming

We foster community gardening efforts and create opportunities to grow healthy food locally.
Projects include: Greening Flatbush: Garden Where You Are, Flatbush CommUNITY Garden, Daffodil Project


Zero Waste

We work to divert usable resources from the waste stream through reuse, composting, and recycling.
Projects include: Project LeafDrop, Flatbush FreeMeet, Cortelyou Electronics Recycling