Kalamazoo & You - Sustainability Practices in Kalamazoo
Kalamazoo & You brings you along in Bronson Park to highlight the City of Kalamazoo’s recycling and sustainability program. Chris Broadbendt and Justin Gish represent the City as Solid Waste Coordinator and Sustainability Planner respectively. Work is done consistently to encourage sustainable practices like non-motorized transportation, reducing waste, and encouraging biodiversity.
00:00 Introduction
00:00:18 Introduction to Kalamazoo and You
00:00:50 Discussion on Earth Day and Arbor Day
00:02:01 Overview of the Sustainability Plan
00:02:50 Recycling and Compost Programs
00:05:02 Challenges and Solutions in Recycling
00:08:10 Sustainability Successes and Initiatives
00:11:00 Comparison with Other Cities
00:12:52 The Importance of Sustainability
