Sustain Dane
is the sustainability organization
of Madison and Dane County.
Our programs connect businesses, organizations, schools, local governments, and individuals to the sustainability movement and provide the support and resources to generate change.
Sustain Dane Summit
Join us on Friday, November 6, 2026, for the 18th Annual Sustain Dane Summit at the Monona Terrace Community & Convention Center from 8:00 AM–3:00 PM. The Summit brings together people from across sectors to learn, connect, reflect on progress, and build skills for creating a more sustainable and resilient future.
Creating meaningful climate solutions requires both individual actions and systemic change. We understand that the health of our environment is inseparable from the health of people. This year’s Summit will explore how these approaches work together, using our food system as a powerful example of how everyday choices, community initiatives, and broader policies can collectively shape a more sustainable future. Learn more and register here.
Upcoming Programs
Sustainability Project Ideas
Sustainability Stories
Air Quality Reflection from Executive Director
"Thursday's record-breaking poor air quality was impossible to ignore. It was a stark reminder that climate change...
Ask Sustain Dane: Recycling Solar Panels
Ask Sustain Dane: Recycling Solar Panels With more homes and businesses installing solar panels each year, end-of-life...
Sustain Dane Summit: Attic Angel Recap & Reflection
The 2025 Summit was a day full of connection, inspiration, and community-driven sustainability. The day started with...
Ask Sustain Dane: Sustainability and Weddings
Q: I’m planning my wedding, and I want to make it as sustainable as possible. Do you have any tips? A:...



