Sustainability
The 5,000th Line: Getting the Lead Out of Kalamazoo’s Water Pipes
Tom Perez, Senior Advisor and Assistant to the President and Director of the White House Office of Intergovernmental Affairs, helped City of Kalamazoo officials and other local leaders celebrate the milestone of replacing more than 5,000 lead water lines.
Bat Boxes in Kalamazoo: Educating About Bats and their Habitats
Historically, people have been afraid of bats – but public opinion is turning as we learn about all the great things our little winged friends provide. Several area organizations came together to show people how to build bat houses to…
Kalamazoo is Implementing a New Reusable Takeout Container Program: Here’s What You Should Know
The City of Kalamazoo is launching a reusable takeout container program to reduce plastic waste, PFAS chemicals, and microplastics. The program partners with businesses to provide reusable containers, and the city is covering start-up costs and for up to 15…
