Public Thrift pop-up store to celebrate grand opening in Corktown
Public Thrift opens in a retail space in The Corner development, located on the site of the old Tiger Stadium, as part of the Build Institute’s Pilot program.
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Bikes Barrels and Books returns for second year in North End
North End event aims to promote literacy, mobility, and sustainability.
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From hidden chocolate shops to eccentric restaurants, Metro Detroiters are rehabilitating former fire stations, garages, Coney Islands, and churches to make way for new business.
Cobo Center receives sustainability practices recognition
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What Southeast Michigan municipalities are doing to address the state’s roads crisis
Michigan has some of the worst roads in the nation. For now, initiative on fixing them will have to come from cities and counties stepping up with solutions on a minimal budget. Here's what some are doing.
Grants to improve vacant lots through sustainability and beautification efforts now open to public
Grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 are available to organizations looking to implement one of DFC's lot designs from their Field Guide.
Plans for Joe Louis Greenway to be presented on Jan. 19; construction to begin in 2020
The city of Detroit will host two community meetings on Jan. 19 to gather input from residents. Attendees will also get to hear presentations from the two finalist consulting groups.
Michigan’s pantries and small farms sow seeds of health equity
Michigan food access organizations are rethinking the standard charitable model of the food pantry, and working to create access to healthier foods.
After “epic” flood, Detroit Zen Center looks to be a model for stormwater management
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Partner Partner Content New approaches to large-scale green stormwater infrastructure investment build climate resilience
Here's how large-scale investment in green infrastructure, made possible with community public-private partnerships, are helping cities cope with the effects of climate change.
Bikes Barrels and Books returns for second year in North End
North End event aims to promote literacy, mobility, and sustainability.
Top 10 coolest rehabs in Metro Detroit
From hidden chocolate shops to eccentric restaurants, Metro Detroiters are rehabilitating former fire stations, garages, Coney Islands, and churches to make way for new business.
Cobo Center receives sustainability practices recognition
Cobo Center is sticking with its dedication to sustainability. And that carries benefits for a convention center.
What Southeast Michigan municipalities are doing to address the state’s roads crisis
Michigan has some of the worst roads in the nation. For now, initiative on fixing them will have to come from cities and counties stepping up with solutions on a minimal budget. Here's what some are doing.
Grants to improve vacant lots through sustainability and beautification efforts now open to public
Grants ranging from $5,000 to $20,000 are available to organizations looking to implement one of DFC's lot designs from their Field Guide.
Plans for Joe Louis Greenway to be presented on Jan. 19; construction to begin in 2020
The city of Detroit will host two community meetings on Jan. 19 to gather input from residents. Attendees will also get to hear presentations from the two finalist consulting groups.
Michigan’s pantries and small farms sow seeds of health equity
Michigan food access organizations are rethinking the standard charitable model of the food pantry, and working to create access to healthier foods.
After “epic” flood, Detroit Zen Center looks to be a model for stormwater management
After a 2014 flood destroyed the center's food business, it decided to install a green roof. In addition to absorbing 10,000 gallons of rainwater, the roof will act as a model for an area that has had chronic issues with stormwater management.
