Though a Trump presidency threatens to roll back progress, the United States has taken major steps to harness green energy. We’re no longer building dirty coal plants; we’re spending on billions of clean energy, here in Michigan and nationwide.
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Back to the Land: Farmer Jess Piskor and Leelanau’s food-based New Economy
Jess Piskor, who turns 35 on Dec. 30, is now a leader among northern Michigan’s young farmers -who play an important role in northern Michigan’s local food-based and restaurant economy. The Traverse City region of today is celebrated for its beaches and breweries, but just as much for its classy restaurants and vibrant farmers markets.
We Need a New Kind of Conversation in Traverse City
The New Economy project is a multimedia storytelling series that highlights talented millennials in the Traverse City region, and raises awareness about their contributions to the local economy and community.
Building the Local Food Economy for All
Thanksgiving is the perfect time to celebrate locally-sourced food, at our holiday meal, in our schools and in our food pantries. Groundwork’s Meghan McDermott explains.
Michigan energy legislation takes promising first step
Michigan energy legislation takes promising first step. But bills in Lansing should prioritize local solar and wind jobs.
Diversity and Tolerance are Good for Traverse City Community and Business
Diversity and Tolerance are Good for Traverse City Community and Business