Environment Articles

Region secures $4.7 million grant to help nonprofits increase energy efficiency
October 30, 2023 | Posted in Environment
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New program will lower utility costs for local organizations, saving critical operational dollars

MARC seeks applicants for second cohort of Climate and Environment Council
October 25, 2023 | Posted in Environment
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The Mid-America Regional Council and Climate Action KC are looking for new members to join the 2024-2026 cohort of the Climate and Environment Council. 

Food Loss and Waste Reduction Action Plan now available
October 19, 2023 | Posted in Environment
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The comprehensive new plan aims to reduce food waste and create a more sustainable regional food system.

Building Energy Exchange KC celebrates graduation of second Rising Trades class
October 18, 2023 | Posted in Environment
Second graduating class for Rising Trades Cohort 2 standing with certificates
New website helps Kansas City region reduce food waste
September 19, 2023 | Posted in Environment
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Kansas City Food Wise is a new regional effort to make a sustainable food system a vital part of our future.

Counties compete in fall Plogtober cleanup
September 19, 2023 | Posted in Environment
MARC employees volunteering to clean up Berkley Riverfront Park

Seven county teams are looking for volunteers to become the area's "Top Ploggers".

Climate summit, workshops put spotlight on resilience
September 18, 2023 | Posted in Environment
More than 500 people attended the 2023 Kansas City Region Climate Action Summit.

The third-annual summit featured local leaders and performances.

Get rid of leaves in an environmentally friendly way
September 15, 2023 | Posted in Environment
leaves in compost bags

Consider mulching and composting

Workshops set to bring together local leaders to prioritize regional climate action
August 28, 2023 | Posted in Environment
Attendees observe presentation on local environmental cleanup effort

Events to take place in the days leading up to the 2023 Kansas City Regional Climate Action Summit.

Ozone Alert issued for Tuesday, Aug. 22
August 21, 2023 | Posted in Environment
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SkyCast forecasts poor air quality tomorrow