Great Lakes Conference

Drake Hotel. Chicago, IL 140 E Walton P, Chicago, IL, United States

We’ll be having two days of interesting breakout sessions, thought-provoking plenaries, a fabulous reception, fun field trips, and plenty of time for relationship building and networking. Advocates from across the […]

MICHIGAN ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE COALITION ANNUAL SUMMIT

The Avalon Village 24 Avalon Street, Highland Park, MI, United States

There is an old west african proverb, “Sankofa” that roughly means “you cannot know where you are going unless you know where you come from.”

We are 8 years away from the 50th anniversary of Warren County, North Carolina where in 1982, a pivotal nonviolent protest erupted around a proposed hazardous waste landfill in a small, predominantly Black community. Since then, the environmental justice movement has grown to encompass communities across the United States who seek to ensure that those who are most impacted by climate change and the pollution that causes it have a say in the laws and policies that affect their everyday lives — that the injustices of the past are redressed and not repeated.

Every two years, hundreds of frontline and fenceline activists, allies, and accomplices convene at our Statewide EJ Summit to share stories and strategies for achieving a safer, cleaner, more vibrant future.
We have 3 goals this year:

1. Learn and contribute to the stories our environmental justice 'lineage' as it relates to injustice, strength, and triumph in our respective communities.

2. Vocalize and celebrate what is happening NOW towards the healthy world we are all fighting for and deserve.

3. Listen to and support the ideas of the near future and beyond.

Looking forward to seeing you all there!

If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact Ayanna-Grace King at ayannagrace@michiganej.org

Free

Chicago River Kayak & Clean Up

Patagonia Fulton Market - 1115 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607 Patagonia Fulton Market - 1115 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago, IL, United States

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Illinois Renewable Energy Conference

Bloomington-Normal Marriott and Conference Center 201 Broadway, Normal, IL, United States

It’s an exciting time for renewable energy in Illinois! State and federal investments are pouring into the renewable energy sector, providing opportunities for significant growth. But rapid growth comes with […]

$250

2024 Michigan Sustainability Conference

Suburban Collection Showplace, Novi, Michigan 46100 Grand River Ave, Novi, MI, United States

Join the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for a day-and-a-half program offering breakout and plenary sessions where attendees will gain practical knowledge along with peer driven best practices. Take this opportunity to engage with leaders in sustainability to form the nexus between business and communities. Whether you are joining us as a community leader or a business leader, you’ll walk away with the network of partners, the practical tools, and the innovative thinking necessary to keep on course in this rapidly evolving era.

$150

Bad River Film Screening

Patagonia Fulton Market - 1115 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607 Patagonia Fulton Market - 1115 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, Chicago, IL, United States

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Michigan Outdoor Summit

Traverse City, MI

The Michigan Outdoor Summit is a gathering for all sectors of the outdoor economy in Michigan to connect, learn, grow, and build together with a vision for the future, health, […]

Chicago Climate Connect

Chicago Booth Harper Center 5807 South Woodlawn Avenue, Chicago, IL, United States

This monthly event is free and open to climate-minded folks who want to connect with others in the local Chicagoland community.

Free

Grand Rapids, MI Climate March

Calder Plaza 300 Monroe Ave. NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United States

On Saturday, October 12th, the Grand Rapids Climate Coalition is hosting a Climate March along with partners @c4grandrapids, @urbancorecollective, and @miclimateaction. Our goal is to bring people together to improve our communities and […]