DECARBONIZATION OF THE PORT OF DETROIT
Learn more about the cutting-edge Port of Detroit Decarbonization Project, a pioneering initiative to transform the Port of Detroit’s environmental and community impact. Discover the innovative technologies, strategies, and collaborative efforts driving this sustainability-driven project toward a greener future. Learn about this groundbreaking endeavor's potential economic, social, and environmental benefits. Follow the journey of #PortOfTomorrow and join us in shaping a more sustainable tomorrow.
What is Air Quality?
October 21st at 12 PM - What is Air Quality? November 4th at 12 PM
150+
sites in southwest Detroit releasing chemicals and particles resulting in air pollution
PM2.5
seen to have the highest concentration of this harmful greenhouse gas emission
5.5%
of annual deaths in the area are due to exposure to PM2.5
$6.5 billion
in economic loss of healthcare due to environmental consequences
O U R S O L U T I O N
Our mission is to improve the environment and strengthen the economy of Southwest Detroit. We work together with residents, community organizations, government agencies, schools, businesses and industry to combat environmental issues, including air quality, blight (illegal dumping, graffiti, abandoned homes), and incompatible land use.
#SouthwestDetroit
