Community
Engaging in Detroit
Green Living Science works to transform Detroit to be a cleaner and greener place to live! By engaging community members of all ages, we are able work on the challenges we are faced with today as well as prepare for the future. We have a philosophy of allowing individuals to take ownership over their community. To do this, we lead the Our Backyard Detroit and Recycling Ambassadors programs, which empower residents to take action for and with their community. Additionally, we encourage individuals and groups to volunteer at with us at the Lincoln Street Art Park, where they will be doing more than just picking up trash, they will be creating something in the park for someone else to enjoy.
Green Living Science also works with block clubs, church groups and community organizations throughout the city to provide free recycling carts to residents, with the goal of increasing Detroit’s recycling participation rate to 50%.
Our Backyard Detroit
Green Living Science is partnering with the Gilbert Family Foundation to lift up Detroit residents with the resources and opportunities to help public spaces get the attention and care they deserve.
Together, we are building a network of local Champions to activate and steward our parks and recreation areas to promote a healthier and cleaner city. The goal: to increase access to healthy green spaces in the City of Detroit!
LINCOLN STREET
ART PARK
A hidden gem in the city of Detroit, the Lincoln Street Art Park (LSAP) is a community space for all to enjoy good company, local art, and the environment. The Activi-Tree Learning Center (40ft shipping container classroom) is housed in this space for students to engage with nature in a primarily urban environment. The LSAP contains a butterfly garden, rain garden, and other educational tools to teach youth about sustainability in Detroit.
CURBSIDE RECYCLING
The City of Detroit is collecting recycling materials placed in the designated container at the curb every other week. The recycling program is voluntary, and residents must opt-in. The program is open to all residents residing in a single family home or in a house with up to 4 units, including those who did not previously recycle.
If you're not recycling, now is a great time to join thousands of Detroiters who are protecting the environment and creating less pollution by recycling.
