City of Detroit Office of Sustainability

Attn: Farmers and residents! Don't forget to get your license for your chickens and ducks! Visit the Animal Control website today to learn more and start the process.?

How do I report? Sign up for a Benchmarking webinar here! https://lnkd.in/gECzFrYQ Did you find this notice in your mailbox this March? Then get ready to comply by June 1, 2025! Buildings that are over 25k square feet or larger are REQUIRED to report their 2024 utility data to the City by June 1, 2025. Visit https://lnkd.in/gFvZ8VrP to learn more.

?? Happy 313 day Detroit! Share your sustainability tip in the comments!

Buildings 25,000 square feet and greater - get ready to comply on June 1, 2025!?Attend a webinar this week to get started: ?? https://lnkd.in/drNs3dwZ Buildings in Detroit have the greatest opportunity for energy reduction. Benchmarking is the first step.?According to the?2023 Detroit Climate Strategy, they account for more than 62% of Greenhouse Gas emissions in the city of Detroit. That’s around 2/3 of emissions! Visit detroitmi.gov/benchmarking to learn more.

Recycling in Detroit just got easier ?? ? In addition to RecycleHere!, residents can now take household recyclable materials to Detroit's Department of Public Works (DPW) Southfield and Davison Yards free of charge! Drop-off hours: ? ?? Southfield Yard Open Monday – Saturday Apr. 1 to Oct. 31: 8 – 6 pm Nov. 1 to Mar. 31: 8 – 4 pm ? ?? Davison Yard Open Monday – Saturday Apr. 1 to Oct. 31: 8 – 6 pm Nov. 1 to Mar. 31: 8 – 4 pm ? ?? RecycleHere! Open Mon. & Wed.: 10 – 6 pm Saturdays: 9 – 3 pm (also accepts styrofoam & plastic bag) ? #Recycle #WasteDiversion #ZeroWaste #SustainableDetroit

Calling all Detroit farmers! In partnership with the City of Detroit Department of Neighborhoods (DONs), the Office of Sustainability is excited to help connect volunteers to your farms this season! ? Get Involved! Email us today?at [email protected]. Please include your volunteer dates, times, and specific needs, and we’ll schedule a visit to your farm soon.

?? LAST CALL! - For any building owners or managers in the non-profit or houses of worship sectors, don't miss out on the opportunity to set a plan for achieving energy efficiency! Sign up for the workshop and to receive this support ?? ?? https://lnkd.in/gTY9gWbH

Our community partner at Green Boots Veterans Marketplace and USDA is hosting a workshop on Saturday, March 15 from 1-4pm at the Northwest Activity Center! Sign up today to learn what resources are available for your farm. For more info visit greenbootsgardens.com ? #supportlocalfarms #urbanfarmsdetroit

Reminder: Office Hours Today! Join Patrice Brown from 5–6:30 PM (virtual) to chat about urban agriculture topics like farming permits and animal-keeping ordinances. Don't miss out! Email us at [email protected]

We’re back with another staff spotlight! ?? Today, we’re excited to introduce Raquel Newell, who has joined the Office of Sustainability as our Policy and Operations Manager! Raquel brings nearly a decade of experience in municipal government, with expertise in operational management, legislative affairs, and contract oversight. She is currently pursuing a Master of Law in Health Law at Wayne State University, focusing on the intersection of environmental health and sustainability. ???? While her current work centers on operations, Raquel is passionate about shaping policies that drive sustainable, community-centered solutions for Detroit. “I’m excited to join the Office of Sustainability to strengthen operational processes while laying the groundwork for policies that promote environmental health and resilience in Detroit. The future is about ensuring sustainability efforts are impactful, equitable, and built to last.” #DetroitSustainability #MeetOoS #EnvironmentalHealth #CommunityDrivenSolutions #DetroitResilience