Two Cities go LED (video)

Pedestrians and drivers on John R. Road in Hazel Park may notice new fixtures on street lights thanks to energy-saving Read more…

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Community Energy Plan for the city of Holland

In 2011, the City of Holland and its utility, the Holland Board of Public Works, embarked on creating a Community Read more…

LED Lighting in downtown Holland, Michigan

Civil Rights and Climate Change

[Written on Martin Luther King, Jr. Day, 2013] Perhaps the most important civil rights issue facing us today is climate Read more…

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Governor Snyder’s energy efficiency comments

On November 27, Governor Snyder delivered his Special Message on Energy and the Environment, laying out the policy vision that Read more…

Governor Rick Snyder speaking

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SEMREO Impact Updates

Two Cities go LED (video)

Pedestrians and drivers on John R. Road in Hazel Park may notice new fixtures on street lights thanks to energy-saving LED lights the City has installed. These new LED street lights are more efficient than the previous lights, helping the city save energy and money while improving the aesthetics of the downtown area. The project Read more…

Hazel Park lights up John R Road with LEDs

Pedestrians and drivers on John R. Road in Hazel Park may notice new fixtures on street lights thanks to energy-saving LED lights the city has installed. These new LED street lights are more efficient than the previous lights, helping the city save energy and money while improving the aesthetics of the downtown area. The project Read more…

Leading by Example, City of Lathrup Village

As noted by a article, the City of Lathrup Village actively pursues and successfully receives funding for municipal, residential and commercial energy efficiency projects. Matt Baumgarten, who serves on SEMREO’s Board of Directors, states, “It’s written into our strategic plan to pursue opportunities not only for the city, but also for residents, to be an energy-efficient Read more…