SUSTAINABILITY

Vice President Kamala Harris spoke at University of Michigan's Rackham Auditorium on Thursday.

Transport yourself into the world of an artist who makes everything out of single-use plastics through Feb. 5.

The annual challenge by TheRide's getDowntown Program encourages commuters to get to work without driving during the cold winter months.

Recycle your old tennis balls in bins at four parks and courts.

The international non-profit organization recognized Ann Arbor as one of 122 cities and countries worldwide taking progressive steps toward tackling climate change.

Ann Arborites have approved a new millage that will boost sustainable and clean energy initiatives over the next 20 years.

Ypsilanti Township will receive an investment to boost its recycling program.

Fjällräven on downtown’s Main Street has won the 2022 Waste Reduction and Recycling Award.

Participating teams will solve clues around Depot Town and downtown Ypsi to compete for gift cards to SCRAP Creative Reuse, prizes from local businesses and $100 in SCRAP dollars.

Here's how you can get a free tree this fall from the city of Ann Arbor.

U-M continues to be the top ranked public university for research volume in the country.

Learn about how the city uses goats to clear invasive plants from its parks at Monday's open house.

Take a tour of the Big House and other spots around town to see demonstrations of local efforts to reduce waste.

A new mode of transportation is coming to EMU's campus.

Some familiar faces have been posted around Michigan Stadium to teach fans the do's and don'ts of recycling.

Ann Arbor City Council has approved a study that will examine the feasibility of a municipal utility.

Help U-M's Campus Farm celebrate its 10th anniversary at HarvestFest.

The city is seeking individuals interested in participating in its next cohort focused on carbon neutrality.

SolSummit was created to fill a void in the local beverage market.

The City of Ann Arbor received a $1.38 million MI Clean Water grant for projects to upgrade the city’s drinking water system.

The communitywide recycling initiative was set to end on Friday, Aug. 6, but will now end one week later on Aug. 12.

Eight organizations were awarded sustainability grants by the City of Ann Arbor this summer.

The City of Ann Arbor is launching a new initiative to educate residents on what you can -- and can't -- recycle.

"Aevum" did not compete in 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

On Tuesday, Ann Arbor for Public Power (A2P2) will rally at Larcom City Hall at 5:30 p.m. to protest the nomination of Knox Cameron to the Ann Arbor Energy Commission.

We’ve put together a list of gift ideas from Ann Arbor area businesses and organizations that show dad how much you care.

The city of Ann Arbor's community solar program has hit a milestone.

Tree Town was recognized for its energy efficiency, clean mobility, materials management and climate resilience and adaptation, a City of Ann Arbor release said.

Running between June 5-11, the week-long event will have education activities, movies, farm tours, dance parties and demonstrations courtesy of the CIty of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability and Innovations.

A new software invented at the University of Michigan that speeds up 3D printing has hit the market.

Learn more about the grassroots effort to bring a community-owned utility to Ann Arbor at an event this weekend.

Learn how you can live a greener life at Ann Arbor's annual Green Fair.

Coordinated by the Ann Arbor Earth Day Festival Planning Committee, the annual event includes displays, hands-on activities and performances by Lori Fithian, Drummunity and Joe Reilly.

Started in 1972, the Ann Arbor-based nonprofit is planning several events during 2022 as a “thank you” to its supporters and community, the organization said in a release.

Monthly compost pick-up will take place during the weeks of Jan. 3, Feb. 7 and March 7 with weekly curbside service returning in April.

Recycle Ann Arbor put together a guide to help you have a zero waste holiday.

Tree Town joins a list of cities around the world recognized for their ambitious climate leadership and transparency with environmental action.

Jenn Cornell Queen (D-Ward 5) has announced her run for Ann Arbor City Council.

The University of Michigan said it plans to expand environmental justice efforts after a $11.1 million gift.

The vehicular scavenger hunt will take teams all around Ann Arbor and Ypsilanti.

Protests were held across the world on Friday (Sept. 24) to demand political leaders take action against climate change.

The Tree Town mall is among eight properties owned by commercial real estate company Simon Property Group to receive the distinction for its green efforts.

Three winners have been named in the City of Ann Arbor sustainability-focused “Saving Energy” sticker design contest.

Safely get rid of household items and waste at Saturday's event.

The public can vote on winning designs in three categories; K-5, 6-8, and 9-12.

WCC’s enrollment in the program will begin in 2023 and increase annually until 2029 when all of its electric power needs will be sourced through clean energy.

Washtenaw County residents could win $100 Visa gift cards after telling WCCD about their natural resource or environmental concerns.

If you see people rummaging through your recycling cart this summer, don’t be alarmed.

Until 5 p.m. on Tuesday, July 13, young artists can enter the “Save Energy” sticker design contest promoting carbon footprint reduction and saving energy.

The pilot program will be taking place throughout the month of June.

Furniture made from urban lumber promotes sustainability, job growth in cities Fine wood furniture is a fixture of homes throughout the world, but getting the raw material to make it doesn't have to mean raiding Earth's forests. For some manufacturers, it is now coming from urban areas, where downed trees and old buildings might otherwise end up in landfills. Errol Barnett reports on how this environmentally-friendly business model is also creating jobs in neighborhoods that need them.