Sustainability

Development News "Tennessee continues to be a place where we can grow our economy and protect our natural resources at the same time," says Tennessee Department of Environment and Conservation (TDEC) Commissioner David Salyers.

UM research center wins prestigious award for 5-year study of Memphis aquifer

High Ground TeamWednesday, November 27, 2024
Feature Story The Black Farmer’s Market in South Memphis aims to promote food justice and bridge the gap in areas that have difficulty accessing farmer’s markets and full-service grocery stores.

Bridging the gap: How the Black Farmer’s Market promotes food justice & inclusivity in South Memphis

Danica WilksMonday, September 16, 2024
Development News “The funding Ducks Unlimited receives from the Conservation Through Art program benefits wetlands conservation efforts in our own backyard," says Adam Putnam, CEO of Ducks Unlimited.

Biennial event returns this November with opportunity to support local arts and conservation efforts

High Ground TeamFriday, August 30, 2024
Feature Story Good Governance Transition Team members with Mayor Young: (From left to right) Dorcas Young Griffin, Beth Flanagan, Meggan Khiel, Jessica Lotz, Mayor Young, Cheyenne Johnson, Tiffany Day, Maria Oceja, and Ariell Gipson Martin.

Education advocates strive to keep bilingual high school graduates in Memphis

Diana Azcarate BarretoThursday, August 15, 2024
In The News Shante Avant, CEO of the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis, discusses revitalizing and investing in low-income neighborhoods to create a better Memphis.

Voices of More for Memphis: Shante Avant of the Women’s Foundation for a Greater Memphis

Tafui OwusuMonday, June 17, 2024
In The News Roshun Austin, CEO of The Works, Inc., discusses the issues of affordable housing programs, the impact of policies, and the power of community. 

Voices of More for Memphis: Roshun Austin, CEO of The Works, Inc.

Tafui OwusuSaturday, June 1, 2024
Feature Story Economic Development is one of the six 'More for Memphis' anchor collaboratives and aims to put 10,000 additional young people on a path to economic mobility.

More for Memphis plan identifies liberty and equity as Economic Development priorities

Ashlei WilliamsFriday, May 31, 2024
Development News “We are seeing great advances in repurposing tires for environmental benefits, and this grant for Memphis Tire Recyclers is a great example,” says TDEC Deputy Commissioner Greg Young.

Memphis Tire Recyclers win grant to increase capacity, recycle 150K additional scrap tires each year

High Ground TeamThursday, November 30, 2023
Development News “Conservation For A Continent is more than a statement,” says DU President Chuck Smith. “It’s a promise to improve wetlands across North America on a scale large enough to improve quality of life for waterfowl, people and other wildlife."

Memphis non-profit launches $3B fundraising goal for North American wetland conservation efforts

High Ground TeamThursday, August 31, 2023
Development News "These grants are a significant milestone for us as it supports our commitment to revitalizing strategic areas in Memphis and promoting environmental justice," said Ashely Cash, Dir. of Memphis' Division of Housing and Community Development.

Memphis' environmental clean-up efforts bolstered by $1M grant from EPA; EDGE to administer loans

High Ground TeamFriday, June 9, 2023
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Whether it's solar panels, urban gardens or bike lanes, Memphis is embracing the green movement. With an understanding that sustainability not only preserves resources (and money) but attracts talent and industry, numerous local philanthropic and commercial enterprises are hard at work developing green-minded ideas. Conservation efforts at Wold River, convenient recycling, and the expansion of park services are most certainly just the first wave.
 
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