Sustainability

An aerial view of the Zeeland Clean Water Plant.

Zeeland Clean Water Plant receives worldwide honor for commitment to sustainability

The Zeeland Clean Water Plant is one of only 65 worldwide facilities designated as a Utility of the Future Today. The recognition designates the utility as a leader in sustainability and recognizes its efforts to reduce wastewater.

Latest in Sustainability
Once the Grand River Greenway is complete, the public can explore this 30-mile pathway and the many spectacular parks along the way — by foot, bike, or kayak. 
Foundation raising money to expand, improve Ottawa County parks

The Ottawa County Parks Foundation is coming alongside the county parks system to advance the Grand River Greenway. The project would connect communities and protect thousands of acres of natural lands.

The 'Epic Swim' team practices a night swim on Lake Michigan. Pictured from left to right are Nick Hobson, Todd Suttor, Matt Smith, Jon Ornée and Jeremy Sall. (Missing from the photo is team member Dave Ornée.)
6 friends prepare for 60-mile ‘Epic Swim’ across Lake Michigan

The idea of swimming across Lake Michigan has been floating around in one ultra-endurance challenge competitor’s mind for years. He and five other athletes are preparing to take the plunge this week. 

Justin Raha owns the downtown Grand Haven bakery, Grand Finale Desserts and Pastries.
Gay business owner shares emotional response to Supreme Court ruling

In the wake of the U.S. Supreme Court decision protecting gay, lesbian, and transgender employees from job discrimination based on sex, Justin Raha explains the personal toll that lack of protection has taken on him.

Lakeshore nonprofits make it safe and easy to help from home

If you can pack a box, you can help. Community Action House’s #StayHomeFightHunger campaign is asking people to help those in need by donating a box of food. 

How a Spring Lake fire station is inspiring communities to use solar power

The station's success with solar energy has inspired similar projects across North Ottawa County. Muskegon solar provider Chart House Energy has made the decision easy for area municipalities by giving them the option of paying no upfront costs.

Bali Kumar
How PACE could spur energy innovation along the Lakeshore

Bali Kumar explains how businesses and nonprofits can take advantage of the Michigan PACE program to finance sustainable building projects that often don't qualify for traditional bank loans. 

Kids Food Basket volunteers pack meals at Peace Lutheran Church in Holland.
Expansion will give Kids’ Food Basket greater reach in Ottawa, Allegan counties

Kids’ Food Basket will soon have the capacity to reach more children in Ottawa and Allegan counties with a new Holland facility. 

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