OUR VISION:
Become the World’s First Sustainable
Mega-Region
What is the Cascadia Innovation Corridor?
Cascadia is one of 16 mega-regions in the United States. A mega-region is larger than an individual city or community — it is a shared economic zone, that connects several municipalities. In the case of the Cascadia mega-region, our boundaries cross two states and an international border, with a reach from Portland, Oregon to the south and Vancouver, British Columbia to the north.
A group of leaders in our region aspired for Cascadia to be defined by more than shared economies. After all, we have more similarities than our economies alone. We share common values, including environmental stewardship, are defined by our unique and stunning geographies, from our mountains to the sea, and are known for innovation across sectors and academic excellence.
It is upon this foundation that the Cascadia Innovation Corridor was created. We aspire for Cascadia to become the world’s first sustainable mega-region, as characterized by robust economic growth, reduced greenhouse gas emissions, and affordable housing for all residents.
The Cascadia Innovation Corridor serves as the convener for action in service of our shared goal. From ultra-high-speed ground transportation to connect the Corridor, to reimagining agriculture in the age of technology, we are thinking and acting big to manifest a bright, healthy, and prosperous future, and undertake all our work through cross-border and cross-sectoral partnerships.
Who We Are
The Cascadia Innovation Corridor is guided by a Steering Committee of leaders and subject-matter experts from the mega-region.
Our Work
From an annual conference to the work of our sub-committees, The Cascadia Innovation Corridor’s work is vast, and reflects the shared strengths, priorities, and goals of the mega-region.
