Has EL’s Tree Canopy Shrunk? We Might Find Out This Year
“Tree planting in East Lansing is not keeping up with the tree cutting,” wrote one ELi reader. Is that true? Brooklyn Peppo reports for ELi.
Author: Brooklyn Peppo
Brooklyn Peppo is a student at Michigan State University, Class of 2022. Since joining the ELi team, she has reported on issued related to the environment.
East Lansing Looking Towards a New “Green Building” Policy
The Commission on the Environment will meet this evening to discuss revisions to the City’s Green Building Policy and concerns expressed by some DDA members, particularly regarding tax incentives, cost, and economic impact. Brooklyn Peppo reports for ELi.
Two Congregations Partner to Go Green
The Islamic Center of East Lansing and University Lutheran Church partnered to install solar panels. What motivated them to do so? How did they mark the occasion?
East Lansing Recycling Center Survey Shows Interest in Composting Option
Jessica Crawford, an MSU grad student who serves on the Commission on the Environment, organized the survey. What else did the survey say? What changes might residents expect?
Weekend Warrior Event Brings Residents Downtown
Looking to enjoy what downtown East Lansing has to offer? Check out the Weekend Warriors project, which is funding through the Place Project. ELi’s Sarah Spohn reports.