City of Detroit Office of Sustainability

The City is heating up this week ️🔥 We hope you stay safe and well during this heatwave. Make sure to take a moment to check in on your neighbors, family, and friends. The following cooling centers will be open from 10am to 10pm tomorrow and Wednesday: -       Heilmann Recreation Center -       Patton Recreation Center -       Northwest Activities Center Detroit’s public library branches will be open during normal operating hours as well. Stay safe, Detroit! #HeatAdvisory #HeatWave #DetroitSustainability #ClimateAction

Get ready to comply on October 1st, 2024! The City of Detroit, MEEA, and the Detroit 2030 District are hosting Data Jams. These are free workshops to answer questions about the Benchmarking Ordinance and empower residents with tools to track and reduce their energy costs. Buildings that are over 100k square feet or larger are REQUIRED to report by October 1st, 2024. Visit detroitmi.gov/benchmarking to learn more. Register for a Data Jam here: https://lnkd.in/gfTeay8M #Detroitbenchmarking #Detroitsustainability #Detroitdatajam2024

This week, our team soaked in the beauty of Belle Isle’s Lake Okonoka and took time to reflect and align our goals for a sustainable future. Detroit residents are the heart of everything we do, and we’re excited to keep working hand-in-hand with the community we love to make our city a leader in sustainability. 🌎 💚 A huge thank you to our Director T for the kayaking adventure and OHM Advisors for hosting us yesterday! #detroitsustainability #climateaction #teambuilding #strategicplanning

The time is now to take action in combatting climate change. The Solar Neighborhood Initiative is one of many ways the City is working together with community and commerce to reduce our emissions. ☀️ Check out the resources on the last slide to learn more about the benefits of solar energy. #DetroitSustainability #CityofDetroit #Sustainability #ClimateAction #JustTransition

As the Detroit Fire Department works to extinguish the flames, follow these tips to stay safe- especially if you live nearby and are sensitive to poor air quality: - Wear a mask while outside - Keep windows and doors closed - Avoid strenuous outdoor activity Compost safety tips: - Check temperatures regularly or install smart systems to check for you - Form piles into windrows - Keep enough room between piles - Contact BSEED if you have questions about regulations Detroit Fire Department is continuing to tackle this issue. The cause is unknown at this time and an investigation will be conducted after it's extinguished.   📷: Detroit News #AirQuality #DetroitSustainability #BreakingNews

Embark on a mystical journey at Shade Salon - Ancient Forest Adventure🌳✨ Join us for guided hikes, twig art, live music, and more for FREE! 📅 August 24, 2024 | 🕚 11am-3pm 📍 Detroit Exploration and Nature Center at Palmer Park 🎟️ Register here: https://lnkd.in/gbz9dQnT #CityofDetroit #detroitparksrec #detroitevents

Thank you WDET 101.9 FM and WJR 760 AM radio for having us on to talk about urban farming in Detroit and the USDA Water Source Pilot Project! THERE IS STILL TIME TO APPLY! The new deadline for this funding is August 30. The initiative will offer water management practices such as: 💧 Water Harvesting Catchment: Systems designed to collect and store rainwater for agricultural use. 💧 Irrigation Pipeline: Infrastructure to efficiently deliver water to crops, reducing water waste and enhancing productivity. 💧 Pumping Plant: Equipment to ensure the reliable distribution of water from storage or natural sources to irrigation systems. For assistance, call the Ann Arbor Service Center at (734) 761-8789 Ext. 3. More info at: https://lnkd.in/gkqh6aaU #urbanfarming #waterjustice #ClimateAction #detroitsustainability

Looking for support on reporting your utility data? Join us TODAY at noon for a Benchmarking Webinar. Sign up here: https://lnkd.in/gx5JwvYG To learn more, visit: detroitmi.gov/benchmarking #EnergyBenchmarking #SustainableDetroit #CityofDetroit #Sustainability #ClimateAction

Looking for support on complying with the city's benchmarking ordinance? Check out our Benchmarking Resource Guide for step-by-step instructions. 💡 Questions? Email us at [email protected] Learn more at: detroitmi.gov/benchmarking #SustainableDetroit  #CityofDetroit #Sustainability #ClimateAction  #EnergyBenchmarking

Buildings 100,000 square feet and greater must report their energy and water usage by OCTOBER 1, 2024! Learn more about how to comply with this ordinance by attending our webinar on 8/20 at noon. Know a building owner? Send this to them to help spread the word! 📩 Sign up: detroitmi.gov/benchmarking #EnergyBenchmarking #SustainableDetroit #DetroitSustainability #CityofDetroit #Sustainability #ClimateAction