Sustainability

Centennial Park highlights why Holland earned gold status from Michigan Green Communities for its innovative, collaborative sustainability efforts.

Holland earns gold status for leading community-wide sustainability efforts

The city of Holland is recognized for its innovative, collaborative sustainability work, earning gold status from Michigan Green Communities.

Latest in Sustainability
Newaygo is among the communities receiving money for placemaking projects.
West Michigan communities awarded grants to help with placemaking projects

Projects in Holland, Saugatuck, and Muskegon are among seven West Michigan placemaking initiatives awarded funding to revitalize community spaces and downtown areas.

The START Collaborative's first retreat in January 2024.
From tornado to ice storm, collaborative addresses unmet needs in Otsego County

Inspired by a string of recent disasters, the START Collaborative aims to address unmet needs in Otsego County through collaboration between nonprofits, schools, hospitals, government entities, and businesses.

Funds from the 2020 EPA grant helped support site assessment at Terra Station, a 12-building, mixed-use complex currently under construction in Hudsonville.
EPA grant helps Ottawa County turn contaminated sites into community assets

Federal funds will support environmental assessments to prepare contaminated properties for redevelopment, spurring investment and protecting local waterways.

Dan Broersma
Holland author shares simple, real-life guide to sustainability success

Dan Broersma’s new book offers easy, practical steps for anyone, from businesses to individuals, looking to make a sustainable impact.

Saugatuck Township unveiled its first public artwork, “Canary in a Coal Mine,” an 11-foot sculpture.
Saugatuck Township installs first public art with environmental message

A new sculpture at the Blue Star roundabout sparks conversation about environmental responsibility and marks a first for the township.

​​Mary Medendorp
Weatherization program helps seniors stay safe and warm

​​Mary Medendorp, 91, received home upgrades through Allegan County’s Community Action Agency weatherization program, improving energy efficiency and lowering utility costs.

Community mental health delivers care to Michigan’s schools

Michigan's CMHs play a critical role in schools, providing counseling, crisis intervention, and case management to students who might otherwise slip through the cracks.  

Beyond Basics partners with Muskegon schools, providing one-on-one tutoring to close literacy gaps through a state-funded pilot program.
Muskegon Schools partner with Beyond Basics to close literacy gaps

Beyond Basics partners with Muskegon schools, providing one-on-one tutoring to close literacy gaps through a state-funded pilot program.

In Detroit, a truck drives on Jefferson Ave. while smoke billows from Zug Island.
Wayne County air quality monitors alert residents and inspire clean air action

Wayne County is tackling its air quality crisis with a new network of 100 hyperlocal monitors, launched in partnership with environmental service company JustAir to track pollution in real time.

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