Living Sustainably Along the Lakeshore Upcoming Events

The series is led by the Holland-Hope College Sustainability-Institute as part of their community education programming. The series follows the City of Holland’s Sustainability Framework for creating a more sustainable community for all.  https://hollandsustainabilityreport.org/ LSATL fall 2017 events (flyer) We offer FREE educational events which aim to educate and empower Holland area residents to live …

Bike Holland Series – Event # 5 (Final Event of the Summer)

Monday, August 21 at 7:00pm – FREE RIDE Come celebrate the new bike lanes in Holland and show your support for alternative transportation at the Bike Holland ride series this summer. The ride will roll out from Centennial Park (250 Central Ave Holland) at 7PM and will last roughly 45 minutes at a very casual and social …

A Brighter Tomorrow: Hope College Students’ Actions and Attitudes About Sustainability

Research Project – A Brighter Tomorrow: Hope College Students’ Actions and Attitudes About Sustainability By: Cindy Alexander and Dr. Stephen C. Scogin Historically, colleges struggle reducing energy consumption, due in part to a lack of student fiscal accountability. Nonetheless, Hope College is committed to building a sustainable institution, and thus seeks to reduce energy consumption and promote …

HowYouDuneSurvey.com

What is you summer sand dune story? Hike, bike, surf, climb, and share!! 275,000 acres of AMAZING! What do these dunes mean to you? This online survey will provide vital information about how residents and visitors use and value our amazing freshwater coastal dunes for recreation, relaxation, scenic enjoyment, and more. Please take a few …

Living Sustainably: Five Ways to Put Green into Back to School

By Marissa Berghorst, Mother and Businesswoman It’s that time of year again! Back-to- school season can be a challenge for families who have a goal of living more sustainably when the back to school list seems never ending. Here are five ways to create a greener back-to- school season for your family. 1. Don’t create more waste. …

July 2017 Sustainability News

July 31, 2017 – Living Sustainably: Rain, rain go away – the right way July 31, 2017 – Tesla’s Model 3 And The Transition To Sustainability July 31, 2017 – Five-acre dune fire south of Grand Haven caused by campfire July 31, 2017 – National Night Out coming to Holland July 30, 2017 – At Herrick: The eBook advantage for …

Living Sustainably: Rain, rain go away – the right way

LIVING SUSTAINABLY:  Rain, rain go away – the right way By Kelly Goward, Macatawa Area Coordinating Council What happens to water when it rains? We’re glad you asked! Rain, or stormwater, that lands on trees, shrubs, flowers, and grass is slowed down and soaks into the soil (well, most of it). However, when rain falls on roof …

GIVING WATER FOR LIFE

GIVING WATER FOR LIFE Water is life. Our liquid reliance is embedded in 70% of our world’s geography and makes up 60% of our bodies, after all. Yet, nearly one billion people do not have access to safe water. Boiled down: One in eight people worldwide cannot find clean, drinking water.  And that’s exactly why …

Living Sustainably: Get up close with the Great Lakes

LIVING SUSTAINABLY Get up close with the Great Lakes By Michelle Gibbs, Holland-Hope College Sustainability Institute Asked where they’re from, Michigan residents know the drill: Hold up your hand and point.  We take pride in being from this amazing state with its state motto, “If you seek a pleasant peninsula, look about you.” We are blessed to be …

Living Sustainably: Standards help make spaces more healthy

Living Sustainably: Standards help make spaces more healthy By Morna Hallsaxton, EcoCreative Design When designing a building, most architects consider the functions of the building to determine the building structure and materials. However, the WELL Building Standard rating system v1.0, launched in 2014, has increased the consideration of human health in design and construction strategies. Seven years of …