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November 12 2018

Sustainability Shines Bright At First USGBC West Michigan Region Annual Awards

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– Photos Courtesy of West Michigan United States Green Building Counsel

On Thursday, November 8, 2018 at The Ballroom at McKay Towers in downtown Grand Rapids, the West Michigan Chapter of the United States Green Building Council held their Annual Party and First Leadership Awards Ceremony for both members and guests. The event honored individuals and corporations for their achievements to bring healthier, more sustainable buildings to Michigan communities. More on that later.
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November 9 2016

ESC Recognizes Michigan Facilities For Energy Efficiency

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In recognition of significant energy efficiency investment and demonstrated energy cost savings at facilities throughout the state, Energy Services Coalition – Michigan Chapter (ESC) announced today five recipients of the Leaders in Energy Efficiency award.

The honorees at the ESC’s Sixth Annual Awards event included the City of Grand Rapids, Manistee Public Schools, Riverview Public Schools, Washtenaw Intermediate School District and West Branch Regional Medical Facility. Also, Rep. Al Pscholka (District 79), MI House of Representatives, was recognized for leadership in passing Public Acts 119-123 of 2016, which enable municipalities to finance Energy Savings Performance Contracts with another cost-effective option and Public Act 485 of 2014, which provided the ability to enhanced Energy Savings Performance Contracting at Michigan Community Colleges.

March 23 2016

Business expansion projects win state approval to invest, add jobs in Michigan

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Three business expansions that will generate nearly $5 million in total investment and create 166 jobs around the state have received Michigan Strategic Fund approval for support, the Michigan Economic Development Corporation announced today.