Groundwork Milwaukee, Wisconsin Health Professionals for Climate Action, The New School Urban Systems Lab, Data You Can Use, Medical College of Wisconsin, December 8th, 2022
Our most current report, Milwaukee Flood Health-Vulnerability Assessment, and the storymap that accompanies it, tell the history of housing discrimination in Milwaukee, and the impacts of climate change in one neighborhood, Metcalfe Park. We’ve spent the last year assisting neighbors developing and installing green solutions in areas which are vulnerable to flood and extreme heat.
Hey everyone! It’s the June newsletter! Early summer is one of the most exciting times of year for Groundwork. Last month we welcomed our Green Team and have already been out learning, building and growing in the neighborhood. We’re grateful for the good energy this crew has brought. Read what Green Team has been working on along with other program updates here, in the June edition of the Groundwork newsletter.
The Weather Channel, June 28th, 2022
Groundwork Milwaukee’s Outreach and Organizing Director, Jess Haven, is interviewed on the The Weather Channel about the upcoming Milwaukee Heat Watch Mapping Campaign. Watch the video at the link below or sign-up to volunteer to participate in the mapping campaign. Watch. Volunteer.
Groundwork Supporters! The May newsletter is here. We’ve been outside with our network of inspired gardeners and volunteers growing things, planting trees, planning for a climate safe future, and partying! Keep scrolling to learn more about what we’ve been up to. Watch for opportunities to get involved!
Hey Groundwork Supporters! Here’s the April newsletter! It hasn’t felt quite like spring yet, but we know the growing season is just around the corner. We’ve been busy prepping and building new gardens, cleaning waterways, planting trees and connecting with residents. Keep reading to learn more!
New York Times, August 24th, 2020
This article in the New York Times explores how the legacy of redlining has left certain neighborhoods disproportionately vulnerable to extreme heat which is predicted to increase as the climate changes. Groundwork’s Climate Safe Neighborhoods project is referenced as an example of climate resiliency advocacy work. View full story.
Milwaukee Community Journal, March 23rd, 2021
The City of Milwaukee is launching the Healing Spaces Initiative in the Harambee neighborhood. Milwaukee’s Neighborhood Improvement Development Corporation (NIDC) will lead the city’s effort. Groundwork Milwaukee will play a large role in community outreach and construction of the healing spaces. View full story.
Yale Climate Connections, March 18th, 2021
Groundwork USA, a network of environmental justice organizations, is exploring the connection between formerly redlined neighborhoods and the climate crisis today. As part of its Climate Safe Neighborhoods initiative, Groundwork overlaid historic redlining maps from nine U.S. cities with data about tree cover, heat, and impervious surfaces such as asphalt and concrete. All of the maps discussed in this interview were made by Groundwork Milwaukee. View full story.
WBUR-Boston, March 6th, 2021
This story on Boston’s local NPR station, WBUR discusses Groundwork USA’s Climate Safe Neighborhoods efforts in the Lawrence, MA area. All of the maps discussed in this story were made by Groundwork Milwaukee! Learn more about Climate Safe Neighborhoods below. View full story.
Sierra Club-Wisconsin Chapter, February 20th, 2020
On February 17th, 2020, eleven activists from the Milwaukee African American community received honors as "Environmental Pioneers" at a Black History Month presentation held at the Wisconsin Black History Society Museum. View full story.
WUWM, August 31st, 2020
WUWM’s Susan Bence talks with Groundwork’s Damien DeBuhr and Samson Srok about the Maglio Farm and its support of local food systems including a discussion of farm operations, COVID-19 safety protocols for workers and volunteers, and Fresh Food Connect. View full story.
