SMART GROWTH WEST

Smart Growth West (SGW) is in the process of gaining our 501(c)(3) status. We are dedicated to promoting and supporting sustainable development and responsible growth. SGW engages in programs and public education to protect and preserve natural resources, waterways, open space, parks, forests, wildlife, and quality of life from urban sprawl and overdevelopment throughout the western United States. We believe that communities are more resilient when the environmental costs of growth are offset by investments in sustainable materials, clean transportation, and green energy. SGW also aims to support local communities by offering professional resources and environmental analysis for use by local leaders, stakeholders, and citizens... Our industry partners support sustainable development objectives and integrate these values into their business operations. We know that the development of open land increases greenhouse gas emissions in the construction phase and continues for decades,..