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E-Bikes Take Over Lloyd District!
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on July 1, 2015 | BlogIf you saw an unusual number of people zooming around the Lloyd District on electric bicycles (e-bikes) in June, you were probably witnessing the Lloyd EcoDistrict E-Bike Challenge. This collaboration between Lloyd EcoDistrict and electric vehicle manufacturer, GenZe, promoted the use of the e-bike as a zero-emissions office fleet vehicle. Participating companies were given an […]
Continue readingThe Economic Value of EcoDistricts
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on June 25, 2015 | BlogLast month, McKinsey & Company published an article titled “Building the cities of the future with green districts.” Using 25 “green district” technologies and design elements as proxies, they studied implementing these in three distinct international geographic regions and looked at the environmental, social, and economic implications. What they found aligns with the principles that […]
Continue readingOde to Oscar: We love trash
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on June 10, 2015 | BlogWhen you throw an energy bar wrapper “away”, where does it go? And how much does it cost to throw it “away”? These questions are easy to overlook at work, where we often have trashcans in convenient locations and don’t pay the garbage bill. Even at home, the garbage bill is just that – a […]
Continue readingWin a GenZe E-bike for your office!
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on May 7, 2015 | EventsImagine being able to run errands at lunch and go to meetings quickly and efficiently without stepping into a car or waiting for a bus. Bicycles are a great way to get around town, especially in Portland. Many people are interested in trying this alternative form of transportation, but don’t want to break a sweat […]
Continue readingLloyd Eco Fair Brings Together Residents and Businesses in the Lloyd District
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on May 4, 2015 | EventsIf you walked by Lloyd Center on April 10th and 11th, you may have noticed a crowd of people sporting bright green reusable shopping bags, carrying new reusable coffee mugs and exchanging high fives with Slim, Pacific Power’s safety mascot. This was our first annual Lloyd Eco Fair and it was a great success. We […]
Continue readingImagine Greener Streets in the Lloyd District
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on March 30, 2015 | BlogImagine that you are walking down a street in the Lloyd District that is lush and green. Cars and MAX trains roll by, but small trees line the streets and intentional landscaping create a peaceful setting that feels more like a pedestrian oasis of open space than a dense, urban corridor. This picture could become […]
Continue readingSeniors and Businesses Work Together in Lloyd EcoDistrict
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on March 4, 2015 | BlogFebruary brought Lloyd District seniors and Lloyd Center businesses together for another Age-Friendly Campaign. Focused on businesses in the Lloyd Center mall, the program trained volunteers on how to provide businesses with constructive feedback on engaging older adult customers. Small things, such as providing seats for customers, clearly marked signs, and age-appropriate communication, can make […]
Continue readingNew Year’s Resolutions and a Day of Service
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on January 5, 2015 | BlogJanuary brings a new year, and a new year often brings resolutions. At Lloyd EcoDistrict, our resolutions involve creating more connections in our community and finding ways to make the Lloyd District an even better place to live, work and play. In 2015, we’ll be expanding our Age-Friendly program to the Lloyd Center, and hosting […]
Continue readingKeeping the Holidays Local in the Lloyd District
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on December 8, 2014 | BlogThe winter holidays are upon us, which often means a busy month of get-togethers with friends and family, holiday events, and shopping. Luckily, there are lots of ways that working or living in the Lloyd District makes the holiday season a little easier. We are lucky to have great access to public transportation, bike infrastructure, […]
Continue readingMaking connections between sustainability, transportation and health
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on October 27, 2014 | BlogPeople often ask us whether there is a connection between sustainability and health. What does public health have to do with sustainability? As it turns out, the answer is: a lot! Lloyd EcoDistrict’s mission is to make the Lloyd District the most sustainable living and working district in North America. Our work primarily focuses on […]
Continue readingMaking the Lloyd District Age-Friendly, One Business at a Time
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on August 21, 2014 | BlogThe senior population is the fastest growing population in the country. It also happens to be a large percentage of the resident population here in the Lloyd District. More than a quarter of the people who call the district home are over the age of 65 – that’s more than twice the percentage of seniors […]
Continue readingSummertime is a great time for bike commuting!
By Lloyd EcoDistrict | on July 10, 2014 | BlogSummertime brings warm temperatures, beautiful days and daylight well into the evening. These are all great conditions for bike commuting, but if you’re new to bike commuting, or just getting started, it can be a little daunting to figure out your system. Below are some tips to make your summer commuting safe and low hassle. […]
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