The GovLab Collective Intelligence Podcast
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Oct 19, 2020 • 29min
City of Lakewood Sustainable Neighborhoods Program (with Jonathan Wachtel)
Jonathan Wachtel, the Sustainability Manager for Lakewood, Colorado, shares insights on the innovative Sustainable Neighborhoods Program he developed. The program empowers over 20,000 residents through hands-on sustainability initiatives since 2012. Wachtel discusses the impact of engaging communities in diverse projects, addressing inclusivity challenges, and the creative methods used to foster participation. He highlights success stories, collaborations, and the importance of safe experimentation, showing how local ideas can lead to significant environmental improvements.
