Sustainability

Grand Rapids composting firm to expand services

Submitted 07-27-2012 under NEWS

New Soil expands its services to areas such as Muskegon, Grand Haven, Spring Lake, and Fruitport.

A Watershed Moment: Stopping stormwater runoff

Submitted 07-25-2012 under NEWS

On this week’s episode, we hear from Anthony Puzzuoli, Community Service Coordinator at West Michigan Environmental Action Council, as he discusses the role of rain barrels in curbing runoff.

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Youth Policy Summit on Great Lakes Water Resources held at Aquinas College

Submitted 07-25-2012 under NEWS

Youth Policy Summit of Great Lakes Water Resources is being held at Aquinas College July 22-28. Companies provide support and students present solutions.

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Grand Rapids Water Systems Administration building gets solar panel array

Submitted 07-14-2012 under NEWS

The new system will power the building and is expected to pay for itself within eight years.

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WMEAC's "You Are Here" campaign kicks off

Submitted 06-27-2012 under NEWS

Local environmental group launches campaign to rally community support for initiatives that protect freshwater resources, shape energy priorities and educate a new generation of environmental leaders.

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Food beat discusses food reviews over Silver Spork dinner

Submitted 06-22-2012 under OPINION

The Rapidian food beat reporters met Tuesday night and discussed upcoming food reviews and activities. Silver Spork owner Molly Clauhs sat down with us to talk about her food truck.

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A Watershed Moment: Ecofeminism and women's health

Submitted 06-08-2012 under NEWS

Dr. Julia Mason discusses ecofeminism and women’s unique relationship with the environment.

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YMCA Farmers Market brings education, access to community

Submitted 06-05-2012 under NONPROFITS

Thursdays from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m., the downtown YMCA parking lot transforms into a bustling marketplace with Michigan-grown produce, homemade goods, cooking demonstrations and kids' activities.

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