Public schools, booming development, crime, baseball stadiums, double parking — there are plenty of issues that District residents must consider when evaluating the field of candidates for the Corner Office. Right up there for us is the city’s environmental health. Even though our world class transit, green buildings, and community gardens snagged us the #12 spot on SustainLane’s list of Most Sustainable Cities, there is plenty more to do!

The D.C. Environmental Network, a coalition of local organizations, is holding a forum this Thursday night to find out exactly which shade of green our various candidates are wearing. Candidates will have an opportunity to present their vision for a sustainable city, and explain their thoughts on issues that impact our local environmental health. The forum will focus on areas highlighted in the Network’s D.C. Environmental Agenda, which includes recommendations for improving water quality, shifting to cleaner energy sources, and greening our schools and municipal government, among others.

The event will be held at Howard University’s Cramton Auditorium, which is located at 2455 6th Street, NW (map). Free shuttle service between the even and the Howard/Shaw Metro station will be provided, as well as free valet bike parking, courtesy of Washington Area Bicyclist Association.