By: Melinda Weaver, WMEAC Intern Amidst WMEAC’s ongoing federal policy commitments, it’s essential to recognize pivotal advancements that continue to shape the health and well-being of our communities. This year,…
By Bethany Dutcher, WMEAC Lakeshore Fellow When you think of Earth Day, does a celebration come to mind? Well, Grand Haven area resident Leslie Newman and other founders of the…
By: Melinda Weaver, WMEAC Intern While bottled water methods have been around since the mid-1800’s, the cheap, commercialized plastic bottles that we know today were popularized in the 1970’s. Since…
By: Marshall Kilgore - WMEAC Director of Engagement Great Lakes Day 2024 served as a pivotal platform for engaging with Congress on vital environmental and climate matters, with a focus…
By Tanya Cabala, Lakeshore Outreach Organizer for West Michigan Environmental Action Council In the heart of West Michigan, one man's journey is a beacon of inspiration for sustainable transportation. Karl…
By: Marshall A. Kilgore, Director of Engagement Michigan holds a promising future when it comes to environmental policy. It has been a privilege for me to collaborate with dedicated environmental…
Interview of Brett Little, education manager for the GreenHome Institute by Tanya Cabala, WMEAC’s lakeshore outreach organizer As we look out into the New Year, we foresee some positive…
By Tanya Cabala, WMEAC Lakeshore Outreach Organizer Last month, West Michigan was blessed with the presence of an inspiring and healing teacher – Dr. Robin Wall Kimmerer, author of Braiding…
Overwhelmed by the thought of climate change? Want to do your part, but don’t know where to start? A seat is awaiting you at the table of the Lakeshore Climate…
By: Samantha Rypstra WMEAC Lakeshore Fellow Autumn has arrived here in West Michigan, marked by cooler temperatures and colorful trees. The season serves as a reminder of how beautiful change…
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