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New solar program to bring renewable energy to more of Washtenaw County
Read full article: New solar program to bring renewable energy to more of Washtenaw CountyBusiness and property owners can learn more details and have questions about A2 Area Commercial Solar Program answered during a Zoom webinar from noon to 1 p.m. on Feb. 28.
Ann Arbor receives gold status by state of Michigan sustainability challenge
Read full article: Ann Arbor receives gold status by state of Michigan sustainability challengeTree Town was recognized for its energy efficiency, clean mobility, materials management and climate resilience and adaptation, a City of Ann Arbor release said.
Should Ann Arbor create its own municipal energy utility? Report released, public discussion set
Read full article: Should Ann Arbor create its own municipal energy utility? Report released, public discussion setThe City of Ann Arbor is holding a public discussion about creating a new, publicly-owned energy utility.
Washtenaw Community College becomes first community college to join DTE renewable energy program
Read full article: Washtenaw Community College becomes first community college to join DTE renewable energy programWCC’s enrollment in the program will begin in 2023 and increase annually until 2029 when all of its electric power needs will be sourced through clean energy.
A2ZERO Week to celebrate one year anniversary of Ann Arbor’s carbon neutrality plan
Read full article: A2ZERO Week to celebrate one year anniversary of Ann Arbor’s carbon neutrality planMore than 20 family-friendly in-person and virtual events are scheduled from June 1-6 to commemorate the event, highlight sustainability and educate the community.
Ann Arbor City Council unanimously adopts carbon neutrality plan
Read full article: Ann Arbor City Council unanimously adopts carbon neutrality planANN ARBOR During its June 1 meeting, Ann Arbor City Council unanimously adopted the A2Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan aimed at helping the entire community achieve carbon neutrality by 2030. The plan stems from a climate emergency declaration by City Council on Nov. 4, 2019 that asked staff to craft a comprehensive carbon neutrality plan to be achieved in partnership with the community. It necessitates bold, ambitious and immediate action," Ann Arbor Mayor Christopher Taylor said in a statement. Over the last several months, our amazing staff came together with community members, organizations and experts to craft the A2Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan. With todays vote, Ann Arbor has committed to do its part, to do the hard, transformative work to meet our carbon neutrality goals."