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Living Sustainably Along the Lakeshore
Join us for free educational events that aim to educate and empower Holland area residents to live more sustainably.
The series is brought to you by the following sponsor organizations, with additional endorsing partners that assist with individual events relevant to their respective missions:
- City of Holland
- Herrick District Library
- Hope College
- GreenMichigan.org
- League of Women Voters
- Meijer Campus of Grand Valley State University
- West Michigan Environmental Action Council
- Quality of Life: The Affordable Community – Tuesday, March 5, 2019
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You may have seen a lot about affordable housing in the news lately. But what does “affordable” mean? How do housing options affect you and your community? Join local experts from Housing Next, GVSU, Good Samaritan Ministries and Community Action House to learn about the different angles of affordable housing and where we hope to go from here.
6:30–8 p.m.
Hazel B. Hayes Auditorium, Herrick District Library
300 S. River Avenue
Holland, MI 49423 - Economics of Sustainability – Tuesday, April 23, 2019
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Living Sustainably Along the Lakeshore and Good for Michigan will host a panel of local business owners who will discuss why and how they have implemented environmentally and socially responsible business practices, while ultimately prioritizing the growth of their bottom line. Community members and business owners alike will have time to ask questions and learn how supporting a values-driven business can be a great way to support a sustainable economy.
6:30–8 p.m.
Hazel B. Hayes Auditorium, Herrick District Library
300 S. River Avenue
Holland, MI 49423 - Green Commute Week: Transportation Expo – Tuesday, May 14, 2019
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This event is hosted in conjunction with the Macatawa Area Coordinating Council’s 2019 Green Commute Week and will feature a green car show and booths hosted by area bike shops, MAX Bus and groups offering tips on how to green commute safely. Join Velo City Cycling as they kick off their 3rd Annual Bike Holland Ride from Holland Energy Park to Windmill Island. Be sure to bring your bikes, helmets and questions!
6–7:30 p.m. **please note the special time**
Holland Energy Park
1 Energy Way
Holland, MI 49423
Past Events and Recordings
- Spring 2019
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- Environment: Rainy Days — Causes, Problems and Solutions
- Fall 2018
- Spring 2018
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- Transportation: Green Commute Expo — 6–7:30 p.m.on Friday, May 18, at City Hall
- Environmental Awareness/Action
- Community Knowledge - Planting and Saving Seeds
- Economic Development - Sustainable Government (unfortunately our recording did not work from this event).
- Quality of Life - Community Policing for Peaceful Living
- Fall 2017
- Spring 2017
- Fall 2016
- Spring 2016
- Fall 2015
HOLLAND-HOPE COLLEGE SUSTAINABILITY INSTITUTE
Do you have a question or idea about a project or event? Please contact Michelle Gibbs, Director.
A. Paul Schaap Science Center35 East 12th StreetRoom 2061Holland, MI 49423
workP. 616-395-6811
sustainability@hope.edu