What’s new at Growing Hope
It's been a busy year for the nonprofit, with expansions of existing programs, farm updates and renovations, and several awards for the organization.
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
Ypsi officials and activists prepare for climate emergency
As extreme heat, wildfire smoke, and power outages become more and more prevalent in Washtenaw County, a growing network of local officials, health professionals, and community organizers is working to help Ypsilanti residents do more than simply weather the next emergency.
New Ypsi farmers and gardeners added to library’s oral history project
The newest expansion of the Ypsi Farmers & Gardeners Oral History Project adds 12 narrators' reflections on growing food, family, culture, and community in Ypsi.
Ann Arbor Local Food Festival to feature nearly 60 local food vendors and organizations
The event will bring together nearly 60 local businesses, farmers, food vendors, and community organizations for an evening designed to help attendees taste, learn, and connect.
Ann Arbor resident trains “Michigan Conservation Dogs” to sniff out invasive species
Ann Arbor dog trainer Hannah Ashmore is building a network of dogs and handlers trained to sniff out environmental threats that human eyes can miss.
500 Ann Arbor rentals now in compliance with new green housing ordinance
Over 500 rental properties have met the requirements of the Green Rental Housing Ordinance, which enforces more energy-efficient rental spaces in Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor PFAS cleanup startup to begin deploying its tech with new funding
Ann Arbor-based startup Sequestro has found the support it needs to begin deploying its technology to remove harmful PFAS “forever chemicals” from our water sources.
U-M launches two new solar arrays, pursuing ambitious greenhouse gas reduction goals
The University of Michigan has brought two new solar arrays online on its North Campus.
Students lead successful effort to reduce waste at annual forum at EMU
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) students spearheaded a recent effort to transform the annual Southeast Michigan Stewardship Coalition Community Forum into a zero-waste event for the first time.
Ypsi’s We the People Opportunity Farm will continue founder Melvin Parson’s mission after his sudden passing
Leadership at Ypsilanti nonprofit We The People Opportunity Farm is focused on ensuring the organization continues founder Melvin Parson's legacy after his unexpected death.
Ypsi officials and activists prepare for climate emergency
As extreme heat, wildfire smoke, and power outages become more and more prevalent in Washtenaw County, a growing network of local officials, health professionals, and community organizers is working to help Ypsilanti residents do more than simply weather the next emergency.
New Ypsi farmers and gardeners added to library’s oral history project
The newest expansion of the Ypsi Farmers & Gardeners Oral History Project adds 12 narrators' reflections on growing food, family, culture, and community in Ypsi.
Ann Arbor Local Food Festival to feature nearly 60 local food vendors and organizations
The event will bring together nearly 60 local businesses, farmers, food vendors, and community organizations for an evening designed to help attendees taste, learn, and connect.
Ann Arbor resident trains “Michigan Conservation Dogs” to sniff out invasive species
Ann Arbor dog trainer Hannah Ashmore is building a network of dogs and handlers trained to sniff out environmental threats that human eyes can miss.
500 Ann Arbor rentals now in compliance with new green housing ordinance
Over 500 rental properties have met the requirements of the Green Rental Housing Ordinance, which enforces more energy-efficient rental spaces in Ann Arbor.
Ann Arbor PFAS cleanup startup to begin deploying its tech with new funding
Ann Arbor-based startup Sequestro has found the support it needs to begin deploying its technology to remove harmful PFAS “forever chemicals” from our water sources.
U-M launches two new solar arrays, pursuing ambitious greenhouse gas reduction goals
The University of Michigan has brought two new solar arrays online on its North Campus.
Students lead successful effort to reduce waste at annual forum at EMU
Eastern Michigan University (EMU) students spearheaded a recent effort to transform the annual Southeast Michigan Stewardship Coalition Community Forum into a zero-waste event for the first time.
Ypsi’s We the People Opportunity Farm will continue founder Melvin Parson’s mission after his sudden passing
Leadership at Ypsilanti nonprofit We The People Opportunity Farm is focused on ensuring the organization continues founder Melvin Parson's legacy after his unexpected death.
