Environmental
Includes carbon footprint and renewable energy initiatives
DC's Sustainability Efforts at a Glance
About the Sustainability Dashboard
GDS-Index Overall Score
Growth Targets
Sustainability District Members
View all ↗DEI Business Fellows
View all ↗Net Zero Carbon Events
Review the events currently tracked in the dashboard’s carbon data.
Tracked Events
Sustainability District Members
View all members participating in our sustainability district initiatives.
About the Sustainability District
The Sustainability District is a collective of forward-thinking businesses and organizations in Washington, DC, united by a commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable practices.
- Reduce their carbon footprint
- Implement eco-friendly operations
- Support community-driven environmental initiatives
DEI Business Fellows
View all fellows participating in our diversity, equity, and inclusion initiatives.
About the DEI Business Fellows Program
Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Fellows Program empowers underrepresented entrepreneurs and small business owners in the travel and tourism sector. Through this initiative, fellows receive:
- Complementary marketing support
- Mentorship from industry leaders
- Educational resources and workshops
- Networking opportunities to expand their reach
The program fosters a more inclusive and equitable industry, providing businesses the tools and support needed to thrive.
Global Destination Sustainability Index
Tracking our progress on sustainability metrics over time
Understanding Our GDS-Index Data
The Global Destination Sustainability Index provides a comprehensive assessment of our destination's sustainability performance across multiple categories.
Our metrics are divided into four main categories: Supplier, Destination Management Performance, Social, and Environmental. Each category contributes to our overall score and helps identify areas for improvement.
Social
Covers diversity and community engagement
Supplier
Evaluates local suppliers and sustainable sourcing
Destination Management
Strategies and policies that support local sustainability
Score Trend
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Sustainability Progress
Environmental
Includes carbon footprint reduction, renewable energy, waste, and climate action initiatives.
Supplier
Evaluates local suppliers, responsible procurement, and sustainable sourcing practices.
Destination Management
Tracks strategies and policies that support local sustainability and long-term destination resilience.