The federal government has released $74 million to 43 states for cleaning up contaminated and obsolete sites, and for the first time in history Michigan receives a portion of the funding. Recognized as a leader in brownfield redevelopment, West Michigan’s commitment to sustainable principles helped earn the funding for three metropolitan areas.
According to excerpts from the story:
Three West Michigan cities have been awarded $800,000 in brownfield grants from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency – the first time any such funding has come to the region.
Part of a $74 million release of grant funds to communities in 43 states, the money will be used to fund brownfield site assessments in targeted redevelopment areas within Grand Rapids, Wyoming and Kentwood.
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