Environment & Sustainability

Coverage of green innovations, and climate and environment issues and developments, especially those told by local voices and that offer solutions for community concerns.

Kalamazoo Nature Center expands facilities for educational programs

Work is underway on construction to expand space for educational programs at the Kalamazoo Nature Center.   Groundbreaking took place Jan. 4 at the timber frame barn where a new […]

Latest in Environment & Sustainability
Talking energy and environment with the State’s Valerie Brader

Affordable energy, reliable energy, and protecting our environment were part of the governor's recent 'Ensuring our future' message. Veronica Gracia-Wing digs into the details with the governor's deputy legal council and senior policy advisor.

Fair Food Food Fair goes global
Landscape Forms expands types of materials in its furniture
Electric Car
Building a place for plug-in vehicles

With 50 charging stations at 16 locations, Kalamazoo currently has the highest charging capacity of any Michigan city. Denise McGeen looks at how plug-in vehicles are being welcomed across the state.

Commission recognizes work of Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy
Here’s a chance to learn how to protect the clay bluffs at Wau-Ke-Na Nature Preserve
Community gardens on display in Garden Hop
Grant will help Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy protect Glass Creek
Paw Paw invites expert to assess walkability in village

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