As the Traverse City region markets itself as a great place for young professionals to move, impact this vibrant community, and enjoy a fantastic lifestyle, childcare remains a critical obstacle, alongside housing, transit and diversity.
Green Team Pushes Traverse City Toward 100% Renewable Energy Goal
A “green team” of renewable energy leaders will help Traverse City fulfill its pledge to wean the city off fossil fuels for municipal electricity use. The target date for going 100 percent renewable is 2020.
Traverse City’s Bold Move Toward Renewable Energy
Traverse City commissioners unanimously passed a resolution to power Traverse City’s municipal operations via 100 percent renewable energy by 2020 and initiate a long-term plan to transition the entire city to be carbon neutral by 2050 -Â making Traverse City only the third community in Michigan to set such a bold objective.
Warming to Clean Energy in Northern Michigan
There’s reason for optimism on the clean energy front here in northern Michigan -even as global temperatures increase each year; the new president turns a blind eye to climate change, and China takes the lead in developing the clean energy economy of tomorrow.
Traverse City Tech Scene Boosts Profile
Russell Schindler and TC New Tech are building a reputation for Traverse City as a technology hub, and that could help the region attract more of tomorrow’s workforce.
Diversity and Tolerance Attract Talent
Is Traverse City tolerant and inclusive toward minorities? The region has made great strides, including its support for gay rights. But northern Michigan still lacks diversity. How does that impact our ability to attract talent and the workforce of tomorrow?