Sustainability

Public to get an early look at the future of Pilgrim Haven

Pilgrim Haven Natural Area near South Haven is about to open to the public to give people a sense of what is to come. The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy‘s newest […]

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Deadline nears to participate in Sturgis Saves program
Farmers age, demand for local food up: Do we have a problem?

Why wait for a crisis in getting food to those who need it if something to avert that outcome can be done? A group of citizens recently traveled to the Michigan Good Food Summit in Michigan's capital to learn about what's ahead. Donna McClurkan was among them and has this report.

Funding supports students’ sustainability projects at WMU
Farmers, musicians and more make 100 Mile Market an experience
Community gardeners get ready to plant their seedlings
Area schools put their greenest foot forward
Douglass Farmers Market expands during second year
Historical Corporation Hall gets green makeover

Corporation Hall has a long history in Kalamazoo. Today it is being rebuilt to incorporate the best of the past and energy efficiency measures that will carry it into the future. Second Wave's Kathy Jennings talks with those pulling the two together.

Green vehicle competition judges pick WMU’s entry

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