Introducing Sharon Dever, Community Correspondent from the Vine Neighborhood
Meet Sharon Dever from the 2020 class of On the Ground Community Correspondents.
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.
Latest in Environment & Sustainability
Community composting trial in Vine leads the way for Kalamazoo’s neighborhoods
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that food waste in the U.S. is the largest stream of municipal waste-to-landfill, accounting for about 22 percent of what is dumped. A trial program in the Vine Neighborhood could be doing something to address that.
For the developer at the Mill at Vicksburg, sustainability is key
“Bringing the mill property back to life is not just about creating a special place, it’s about creating a safe environment, both inside and outside the building,” says Developer Chris Moore.
Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy seeks funds for matching grant, gets funds to monitor birds
The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy is just $10,000 away from what it needs to obtain matching funds that will help it preserve Porter Legacy Dunes. And Cornell Lab of Ornithology has given SWMLC a $20,000 grant to monitor birds in a second effort.
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New approaches to large-scale green stormwater infrastructure investment build climate resilience
Here's how large-scale investment in green infrastructure, made possible with community public-private partnerships, are helping cities cope with the effects of climate change.
Michigan to join Confluence of States bolstering outdoor recreation industry
Leaders from across sectors and around the state joined Governor Whitmer recently to advance Michigan's outdoor industry.
New plan sets goals for City of Battle Creek to provide service to the public in sustainable ways
Energy, water, transportation, waste, government management practices, land use, and public outreach are all part of a new Environment Sustainability plan adopted by the City of Battle Creek.
Across Michigan, neighbors build nutrition literacy and food security
A battery of initiatives across Michigan are working to reverse food insecurity. We share stories of how neighbors in Grand Rapids, Detroit, and across the state are learning about the sustainable value of healthy, locally grown foods.
Year-round produce cultivates employment, food access, and economy in Michigan
Innovative methods in growing and preserving Michigan food boost the local food economy--and not just during traditional growing seasons. See how Michigan businesses capitalize on farm-quality produce year-round.
Why a store on the corner doesn’t always mean healthy food on the table
In Michigan cities, corner grocery stores don’t always increase access to healthy produce. In Detroit and Flint, some researchers are taking a closer look at customer service as a barrier to food access.
Community composting trial in Vine leads the way for Kalamazoo’s neighborhoods
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency estimates that food waste in the U.S. is the largest stream of municipal waste-to-landfill, accounting for about 22 percent of what is dumped. A trial program in the Vine Neighborhood could be doing something to address that.
For the developer at the Mill at Vicksburg, sustainability is key
“Bringing the mill property back to life is not just about creating a special place, it’s about creating a safe environment, both inside and outside the building,” says Developer Chris Moore.
Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy seeks funds for matching grant, gets funds to monitor birds
The Southwest Michigan Land Conservancy is just $10,000 away from what it needs to obtain matching funds that will help it preserve Porter Legacy Dunes. And Cornell Lab of Ornithology has given SWMLC a $20,000 grant to monitor birds in a second effort.
Partner Partner Content New approaches to large-scale green stormwater infrastructure investment build climate resilience
Here's how large-scale investment in green infrastructure, made possible with community public-private partnerships, are helping cities cope with the effects of climate change.
Michigan to join Confluence of States bolstering outdoor recreation industry
Leaders from across sectors and around the state joined Governor Whitmer recently to advance Michigan's outdoor industry.
New plan sets goals for City of Battle Creek to provide service to the public in sustainable ways
Energy, water, transportation, waste, government management practices, land use, and public outreach are all part of a new Environment Sustainability plan adopted by the City of Battle Creek.
Across Michigan, neighbors build nutrition literacy and food security
A battery of initiatives across Michigan are working to reverse food insecurity. We share stories of how neighbors in Grand Rapids, Detroit, and across the state are learning about the sustainable value of healthy, locally grown foods.
Year-round produce cultivates employment, food access, and economy in Michigan
Innovative methods in growing and preserving Michigan food boost the local food economy--and not just during traditional growing seasons. See how Michigan businesses capitalize on farm-quality produce year-round.
Why a store on the corner doesn’t always mean healthy food on the table
In Michigan cities, corner grocery stores don’t always increase access to healthy produce. In Detroit and Flint, some researchers are taking a closer look at customer service as a barrier to food access.
