environment
A Watershed Moment: National sustainable business conference comes to Grand Rapids
by (Scott Kaplan)
Submitted 05-16-2012 under NEWS
BALLE (Business Alliance for Local Living Economies) is a national organization that brings together locally-owned, independent businesses across the country interested in impacting their communities through socially-responsible business...
Rain barrel season is here
by (jereldomer)
Submitted 05-06-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
April showers bring more than flowers: They also bring stormwater runoff, the largest source of water pollution in West Michigan and the Great Lakes. Contaminated sediments that are deposited in lakes and rivers are difficult if not impossible...
Friday is last day to sign up for LEED workshops
by (jereldomer)
Submitted 04-26-2012 under NEWS
"Going green" has been all the rage over the last several years, and operating out of a LEED-certified building seems to be one of the proudest boasts in the business community and beyond. So what, exactly, does "LEED-certified"...
The Grand Rapids Children's Museum celebrates Earth Day
by (kellyalita)
Submitted 04-20-2012 under LOCAL LIFE
Looking for a way to get youngsters involved and excited about celebrating Mother Earth this Earth Day weekend? Today, April 20, children can enjoy hands-on activities and child-conscious approaches to environmental learning at the Grand Rapids...
Creston Neighborhood to green up Plainfield Avenue
by (crestongr)
Submitted 04-17-2012 under NONPROFITS
Over the past few years, the Creston neighborhood has continually proved its commitment to the environment. Last spring, Creston neighbors helped plant two community gardens to bring healthy food and aesthetic beauty to the neighborhood. This spring...
A Watershed Moment: High hopes for 2012 Grand River GreenUp
by (Karie Schulenburg)
Submitted 04-16-2012 under NEWS
Grand Rapids-based West Michigan Environmental Action Council and the Grand Haven Jaycees will host the 2nd Annual Grand River GreenUp this Saturday, April 21 at Riverside Park in Robinson Township from 9 a.m. to noon. Last year...
A Watershed Moment: Converting Energy into Smart Energy
by (Karie Schulenburg)
Submitted 04-12-2012 under NEWS
The way energy is delivered to our homes is changing. Energy service providers are beginning to use Smart technology which will deliver and use energy more efficiently, and be more cost effective. Consumers Energy and SmartStreet is...
Mothers, Sisters, Daughters
by (DominicanCenter...)
Submitted 04-07-2012 under NONPROFITS
On Sunday, April 22 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. Volunteer Missionary Movement is sponsoring a fundraising event featuring bestselling author Edwina Gateley. Her latest book, "Mothers, Sisters, Daughters – Standing on their Shoulders,"...
Environmentalists, business owners concerned over bill that allows yard clippings in landfills
by (Karie Schulenburg)
Submitted 03-15-2012 under NEWS
The Michigan House of Representatives passed a package of bills that would allow the commingling of yard clippings and garbage in landfills, a move that has local environmental experts concerned. The House Energy and Technology Committee passed...
Brewery Vivant gets Silver LEED certification
by (Chelsea)
Submitted 02-10-2012 under NEWS
Brewery Vivant, a local brewpub that recently made news for being featured in Midwest Living Magazine, is making news again with their announcement today of receiving Silver LEED certification. The brewery is the first commercial brewery in the...