By Peter Boogaart, City of Holland The City of Holland has put down a marker. It’s well out there into the future – 40 years in the future. Our intention is to become a world-class, energy efficient city. That’s an exciting, big goal, and it should fire your imagination. But, it’s equally important to see that the goal …
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By Deena Roberson, Holland Board of Public Works With the holiday season upon us, the cool weather and impending snowfall will drive up our energy bills. The largest energy expense in the winter comes from the furnace and the energy needed to heat your home. Check out the tips below to see how you can combat the winter …
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October 2017 Sustainability News October 31, 2017 – Letter: Opposition growing to Saugatuck development October 31, 2017 – Holland High launches student engineering pathway October 30, 2017 – Living Sustainably: Healthy food sustains healthy living October 30, 2017 – Community Action House offers Thanksgiving baskets, seeks holiday donations October 30, 2017 – Corals eat plastic because we’ve made it …
Media Contact: Ashley Kimble, Holland Board of Public Works (616) 355-1576 http://hollandenergyfund.com/ October 20, 2017, Holland, MI – Holland Energy Fund, a nonprofit corporation that supports Holland’s long-range Community Energy Plan, was recognized as “Innovator of the Year” at the Governor’s Energy Excellence Awards (GEEA) for its energy waste reduction achievements. Holland Energy Fund was one of eight …
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West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum will recognize the Holland Board of Public Works with its inaugural Climate Leadership Award on Wednesday, October 25 at the sold-out Triple Bottom Line Bash. The Climate Leadership Award is one of three new awards WMSBF has created as part of its annual Sustainable Business of the Year Awards. It …
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By Anne Saliers, Holland Board of Public Works Holland’s leadership in energy efficiency could produce three winners in the Third Annual Governor’s Energy Excellence Awards that recognize people and organizations in Michigan that have taken firm, meaningful actions to improve energy efficiency. Sandra Keirnan is a finalist for Best Residential Project. She had already begun renovating her 1891 home …
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By Michelle Gibbs, Holland-Hope College Sustainability Institute Holland’s vision is to be a thriving, world-class energy efficient city that generates energy cleanly, uses it efficiently, and distributes it reliably and affordably. A cornerstone of that effort is the new Holland Energy Park, and a Living Sustainably Along the Lakeshore event offers the first chance for a public visit …
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September 2017 Sustainability News September 29, 2017 – Part II: Armed with Science, Backed by Law, They are the Voices of the Water September 29, 2017 – Letter: Elementary conclusions on climate change September 28, 2017 – Local farmers say apples survived recent heat September 28, 2017 – Local Favorites: Ah, the crunch of a fresh Michigan apple September …
By Barry Rutherford, Holland Board of Public Works Like many small business owners, Joe Langejans, owner of Maplewood Auto at 242 East 26th St. in Holland, has to make every dollar count to stay in business. So, when he was approached by a salesman talking about new LED lights and how much money he could save, Langejans said …
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August 2017 Sustainability News August 31, 2017 – 7 Ways to Have a Great Green Labor Day Party August 31, 2017 – 4 steps to safely recycle your household batteries August 31, 2017 – SpartanNash expands Double Up program August 31, 2017 – Here’s What Good Buildings Have in Common August 31, 2017 – Local Favorites: This salad takes advantage …
