SBN Detroit

Water – a vital resource essential for life. But ensuring sustainable access to clean water requires both immediate and long-term solutions. In episode #32 of #TheGreenStream, Terry Barclay (she/her/hers), SBN Detroit chair and CEO of Inforum, talks with Palencia Mobley, P.E., chair of the Michigan Infrastructure Council; Jim Nash, Oakland County, Michigan Government’s water resources commissioner; and Amy O'Leary, executive director of SEMCOG. They dive into how infrastructure impacts sustainable water resources in Detroit, the challenges they face, and how economic growth ties into it all. Don’t forget to like and subscribe! ✅ YouTube: https://bit.ly/3PcZgo4 ✅ Spotify: https://spoti.fi/3xL1ioB ✅ Apple Podcasts: https://apple.co/3NWn8LO #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainability #thegreenstream #podcast #podcaster #podcastlife #podcasting #sustainabilitypodcast #inforum #socialjustice #climatechange #climateaction #detroitcommunity #detroit #sustainablechallenges #oaklandcounty #water #waterinfrastructure #watermanagement #stormwatermanagement #sustainablewater #economicgrowth #drinkingwater #wastewater #semcog

Stay connected with the Southeast Michigan #SustainableBusiness community through our community calendar – a source for the latest green events in Detroit. Whether you’re seeking summits, workshops, or local initiatives, this calendar highlights opportunities to learn, connect, and take action toward a #SustainableFuture. Add your sustainability-focusesd event to the calendar and reach a broader audience eager to get involved. Submit your event here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/gqPuWCqw 🗓️ Explore upcoming events at www.sbn-detroitFred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family FoundationnInforumIUniversity of Michigan - Erb InstitutestTechTown DetroitDWayne State Universityversity #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusiness #sustainabledetroit #communitycalendar #greenmovement #ecoevents #detroitevents #communitygrowth #sustainablefuture #environmentalawareness #sbndetroit #localimpact #greeneconomy #communityengagement #detroit

The State of Michigan has awarded a nearly $200,000 project to a team from the University of Michigan’s Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering department to develop a maritime strategy. This year-long initiative, funded by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy, is part of Michigan’s efforts to achieve 100% carbon neutrality by 2050 under the MI Healthy Climate Plan. The project focuses on decarbonizing the maritime industry, which accounts for 3% of U.S. transportation carbon emissions. Project leader Thomas McKenney stated the project’s objective is to ensure environmental sustainability while maintaining economic viability, aiming to prevent job losses during the transition to cleaner practices. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/WeLsA PC: David Guralnick, The Detroit News Gregory Keoleian #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusiness  #maritimeindustry #decarbonization #sustainability #cleanenergy #climateaction #carbonneutral #greentransportation #environmentaljustice #michiganclimate #navalarchitecture #portcommunities #carbonemissions #sustainablefuture #maritimeinnovation #cleanenergytransition

Start your Halloween morning off with a fantastic panel, an exciting conversation and a wonderful breakfast. Really looking forward to this. 🌳

"By offering businesses an opportunity to compost, we ensure that the resources they are using — and paying to dispose of — are put back into a healthier and more sustainable food system." – Ricky Blanding, co-founder, Scrap Soils #ScrapsSoils is a Detroit-based nonprofit composting organization, focused on diverting food waste from landfills and transforming it into nutrient-rich compost. In 2023, Scraps Soils piloted a robot program in the Transportation Innovation Zone with support from the Office of Mobility Innovation at The City of Detroit. We spoke to Blanding about the pilot program and composting in Detroit. Click the link below to read more. #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusiness #nonprofit #sustainability #sustainablealternatives #mobility #innovation #cityofdetroit #detroit #southeastmichigan #zerowaste #foodwaste #climatechange #climateaction #socialjustice #environmentaljustice #composting #wastemanagement

Since the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022, the rapid growth of artificial intelligence (AI) investment and use has had an impact on energy consumption and carbon emissions. AI applications can use up to 33x more energy than traditional software, with data centers already contributing 1-1.5% of global electricity consumption and approximately 1% of energy-related CO₂ emissions. Tech companies like Microsoft, Meta, and Google are facing increased emissions due to their AI investments. Additionally, data centers require vast amounts of water for cooling, intensifying resource competition in drought-prone areas. Although awareness of these environmental challenges is growing among tech companies, a recent survey revealed that many IT managers lack the necessary skills to address AI’s sustainability impacts. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/luWw7 PC: Intreegue Photography / Shutterstock Planet Detroit The Conversation US University of Technology Sydney ChatGPT Gordon Noble Fiona Berry #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusiness #sustainability #artificialintelligence #AIimpact #sustainability #energyconsumption #carbonemissions #techindustry #datacenters #climatechange #resourcecompetition #environmentalimpact #sustainabletech #waterusage #greenIT #AIethics #techsustainability 

Pictured: Naim Edwards, director of the Detroit Partnership for Food, Learning, and Innovation (DPFLI). Photo by Jacob Templin-Fulton. Established by Michigan State University (MSU) in 2017, the DPFLI is MSU’s first urban agriculture research center. It has transformed a neglected 3.3-acre site into an urban farm featuring over 220 plant species, including fruit and nut trees, along with community spaces for educational programming. Led by Edwards and supported by staff member Stathis Pauls, the DPFLI has created facilities for community activities, including a storage shed, hoop house, and a communal pizza oven that enhances the local food experience. With an open-gate policy, the center operates on the principle of community access, allowing residents to freely harvest from the edible landscape. Learn more: https://shorturl.at/FyoLw Rachel Meeker L'Oreal Hawkes-Williams BRIGHTMOOR ARTISANS COLLECTIVE MSU College of Agriculture and Natural Resources #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #urbanagriculture #foodjustice #communitysupport #detroit #DPFLI #foodsecurity #freshproduce #foodaccess #farmtotable #communitygardens #localfood #volunteerwork #sustainablefarming #foodpantry #greekheritage

This year marks the 50th anniversary of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program, which has supported community development initiatives such as economic projects, housing rehabilitation, and the enhancement of community centers. Macomb County Government has been a participant since the program’s inception, receiving approximately $1.8 million annually over the past five years. These grants are targeted to communities with populations under 50,000, allowing for improvements in local amenities like parks, sidewalks, and street lighting. Recent projects in Macomb County funded by the CDBG program include the renovation of Roxana Park in Eastpointe (pictured), upgrades to the Macomb Township Senior Center, and a solar street lighting initiative. Looking ahead, the county plans to pursue additional projects, including street repaving, sidewalk improvements, and more solar street lighting installations, pending continued funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Learn more: https://shorturl.at/EmN9j #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #communitydevelopment #CDBG #macombcounty #urbanrenewal #housingrehabilitation #economicdevelopment #publicsafety #localgovernment #solarenergy #neighborhoodimprovement #HUD #parksandrec #seniorcenter #infrastructure #communitysupport

DTE Energy has published its 2023 CleanVision Sustainability Report, outlining progress in delivering cleaner, more reliable, and affordable energy. It details DTE’s initiatives toward net zero emissions, operational improvements, supporting vulnerable customers, and fostering a skilled workforce for Michigan’s evolving energy needs. DTE’s goal is to reduce power outages by 30% and cut outage durations in half over the next five years. Read the full report here: https://shorturl.at/7SblE Edison Electric Institute American Gas Association Global Reporting Initiative (GRI) SASB Standards #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusiness #cleanenergy #sustainability #netzero #energytransition #michiganenergy #carbonreduction #affordableenergy #renewableenergy #energyefficiency #poweroutages #sustainablefuture #cleantech #infrastructure #climateaction #dteenergy

On Thursday, October 31st, the Sustainable Business Network of Detroit, funded by the Fred A. and Barbara M. Erb Family Foundation, in partnership with Inforum, will host a breakfast event to explore Detroit’s initiatives in restoring its tree canopy and fostering sustainable community growth. Join us to learn about the economic benefits of these green efforts and their wider impact across the city. Featured speakers include: - Lionel Bradford, president and executive director, The Greening of Detroit - Maureen Donohue Krauss, FM, president and CEO, Detroit Regional Partnership - Robert Riney, president and CEO, Henry Ford Health - Moderated by Terry Barclay (she/her/hers), president and CEO of Inforum; Chair of SBN Detroit This free event is an opportunity for anyone passionate about sustainability, green spaces, and community development. Spaces are limited, RSVP to attend in-person today: https://shorturl.at/ghPQo Attend virtually by registering here: https://bit.ly/4eAlP3e https://lnkd.in/gKjWQsUr #sbndetroit #sustainablebusinessnetwork #sustainablebusinessnetworkdetroit #sustainablebusiness #sustainable #sustainabledetroit #greenspaces #treecanopy #urbanrenewal #communitygrowth #environmentalsustainability #detroitevents #jobtraining #greeningdetroit #ecofriendly #sbndetroit #climateaction #urbanforestry #greeneconomy #inforum