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Maureen Wise

Maureen Wise has worked in the environmental and sustainability fields her entire career. She is a freelance writer who writes novels under the pen name Iris March.

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Greater Cleveland Partnership brings sustainability professionals together at Sustainability Summit

Collaboration and partnerships became the theme of the day. Although at the federal level, climate change and sustainability are being brushed aside, they are not in Cleveland, according to nearly all of the speakers. 

Spreading native seeds throughout Northeast Ohio

Two nonprofits are distributing 12,000 packets of native wildflower seeds at nine locations in Cuyahoga and Lake counties. 

Visible Voice Books moves to Ohio City

Visible Voice Books recently moved from Tremont to Ohio City.

Lucky Park becomes official Tremont park 

Lucky Park on Professor and Starkweather avenues, in the Tremont neighborhood, has been sold to the city of Cleveland.

Northeast Ohio Climate Action Plan open for comment

Northeast Ohio leaders are trying to reduce climate pollution (greenhouse gas emissions) to net zero by 2050. They’re working on a plan to achieve this goal in the next 25 years. 

New Solar School aims to democratize renewable energy in Cleveland

A new, six-week class that's open to the public will help attendees who are interested in bringing solar energy to their communities.

Greater Cleveland Partnership 2025 Sustainability Summit recap: The Green Movement is still moving forward

The Greater Cleveland Partnership (GCP) held its 2025 Sustainability Summit on March 4 at the Huntington Convention Center in Cleveland. The event brought sustainability leaders from around the region to explore cutting-edge sustainable business practices, uncover new opportunities and connect with each other. Over 500 people registered for the summit. 

Jewish Federation holds Tu Bishvat event at Rid-All Green Partnership in Kinsman 

Tu Bishvat is one of four Jewish New Year celebrations. Tu Bishvat is a day to reflect on their connection to the land and nature as well as spiritual growth. In modern times, many participants will plant trees, and consider the holiday similar to Earth Day.

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