The Big Green Commute is a week-long commuting competition hosted by ZGF each May that challenges commuters in the Washington, DC region to Go To Work, Make a Difference.
Celebrating its eleventh year, the Big Green Commute has grown from a friendly intra-office competition to a regional event with participation from more than 40 companies.
In the 2019 Big Green Commute, participants commuted a cumulative 45,695 greener miles while supporting two local nonprofits: Coalition for Smarter Growth and Community of Hope.
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First time I have ever biked to work. At 61, it turned out to be a great experience.
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I introduced my co-workers to rentable electric scooters by taking a 15-minute break from work and riding to a park near by. Hopefully some of us can take electric scooters instead of driving to client meetings if their office is within a few blocks.
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It was a wonderful commute through the Rock Creek trails, and I will definitely be continuing my biking commute every chance I get.
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There is a staff member who typically celebrates nothing in the office, and yet her BGC spirit was loud and proud all week. Seeing her enthusiasm was infectious and made the week a success in my book!
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I really liked having a reason to get on my bike and try out a trail to work!
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I tried biking from Pentagon City to work at DOEE and discovered how AWESOME it was! Every morning I get to ride along the Mall and see the monuments, how cool is that?
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What a great way to get to know a city! The Big Green Commute made me more aware of how I am able to live out a healthy lifestyle every single day. Thanks!
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The week long event spurred a lot of people in our office to action, and whether or not those habits stick, it was great to see so many people shaking up their routine.
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Walking a little bit further from a different metro station farther from my office allowed me to get a better sense of what was going on in the neighborhood and to get more exercise!
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First time I have ever biked to work. At 61, it turned out to be a great experience.
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I introduced my co-workers to rentable electric scooters by taking a 15-minute break from work and riding to a park near by. Hopefully some of us can take electric scooters instead of driving to client meetings if their office is within a few blocks.
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It was a wonderful commute through the Rock Creek trails, and I will definitely be continuing my biking commute every chance I get.
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There is a staff member who typically celebrates nothing in the office, and yet her BGC spirit was loud and proud all week. Seeing her enthusiasm was infectious and made the week a success in my book!
“
I really liked having a reason to get on my bike and try out a trail to work!
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I tried biking from Pentagon City to work at DOEE and discovered how AWESOME it was! Every morning I get to ride along the Mall and see the monuments, how cool is that?
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What a great way to get to know a city! The Big Green Commute made me more aware of how I am able to live out a healthy lifestyle every single day. Thanks!
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The week long event spurred a lot of people in our office to action, and whether or not those habits stick, it was great to see so many people shaking up their routine.
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Walking a little bit further from a different metro station farther from my office allowed me to get a better sense of what was going on in the neighborhood and to get more exercise!
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First time I have ever biked to work. At 61, it turned out to be a great experience.
The 2023 Big Green Commute will benefit our community partners: Community of Hope and Coalition for Smarter Growth.
Our scoring system reflects the carbon footprint of different commuting methods. Learn more about scoring and review FAQ!
Thank you to all the 2024 Donors & Participants
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Thank you to our final sponsors for supporting the #biggreencommute @hgaarchitects
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Thank you to our Gold tier sponsors for supporting this year’s #biggreencommute @lifeatght @perkinseastman.washington @thorntontomasetti
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Thank you to our Gold tier sponsors for supporting this year’s #biggreencommute! @kittelson @walterpmoore
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We are excited to announce that the #BigGreenCommute is back! Follow here to stay tuned for more information on how you can participate in this year’s challenge and help us build a greener future.
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Rain or shine, we walk, bike, and ride!
#biggreencommute #notforthefaintofheart [
: @square134architects]
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The Reston Railriders are
at it!! Tomorrow is the last day of the #BigGreenCommute! Show us what you’re up to! [
: @lydia.shackelford ]
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Ever wonder what it takes to ride #DCmetro? BELL Architects is here to show you how it’s done! [
: @bell_architects]
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Thank you to our Platinum tier sponsor for supporting this year’s #biggreencommute @walterpmoore
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Thank you to our Silver tier sponsors for supporting this year’s #biggreencommute @beyerblinderbelle @kittelson @mkskstudios
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Thank you to our Silver tier sponsors for supporting this year’s #biggreencommute! @mauricewaltersarchitect @mkskstudios @otjarchitects
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We regretfully announce that the 2020 Big Green Commute is cancelled. For those are able to stay home, please telecommute and practice responsible social distancing to protect the most vulnerable while upholding the health of our community. Although we are not commuting, we invite you to join us in supporting @cohdc and Coalition for Smarter Growth in 2020 (link in bio). #stayhome #biggreencommute
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Check out our venue for the 2019 #BigGreenCommute celebration. With lush plantings, views over the SW waterfront, and accessibility via the L’Enfant Plaza metro, the rooftop at 500 L’Enfant Plaza will be the perfect location to wrap up the BGC. Thanks to @jbgsmith for the hook up! More details to come.
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#TBT to the 2018 #BigGreenCommute, when @LAB_inDC, @Urbanlandinstitute, @WalterPMoore, and @PEDC_design walked, biked, and even kayaked
their way to the being named the Greenest of Them All
! Ready to test your sustainable chops and take on the 2018 champions? Sign up today for the 2019 BGC—link in bio! Only 38 days to go!
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Happy #BiketoWorkDay and Day 5 of the #BigGreenCommute! We are in awe of you Big Green Commuters who braved the
and
all week to Go Green! [
: @soto_architecture]
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Registration is officially open for the 2024 #biggreencommute! Visit the link in bio to sign up.
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Registration is still open for this year’s #biggreencommute! Visit the link in bio to sign up.
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Got Helmets? ... Shout out to #PerkinsEastman for bringing it in the 2018 #BigGreenCommute
[
: @perkinseastman.boston]
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Check it out: the BGC has made it to Boston! Thanks for tagging #biggreencommute! [
: @tx_oh_ma]
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Tomorrow’s the BIG day: the BGC finale and official #BiketoWorkDay!! Are you geared up?
[
: @lab_indc]