The Office of Sustainability (OS) participated in Parking Day outside of the Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center on September 15, 2023.
Parking Day is a participatory event held in September as an opportunity to repurpose a curbside parking spot with a social or interactive installation. This is done as a way to advocate for “safer, greener, and more equitable” environments for the population. At Parking Day, the OS partnered with DOTS and set up both the Smoothie Bike and SustainableUMD Outreach Bike to grasp attention and increase awareness about transportation information around campus.
This was a great opportunity to repurpose a parking spot and transform thinking around what an urban environment can be like with more recreational and greenspaces.
Check out this article for more information on Parking Day and view other individuals and organizations that experienced the festivities.
