Spotlight On: Growing Green, Inc.
For more than half a century, Growing Green has served as St. Louis’ premier plantscaping company, presenting beautiful indoor and… Read More
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Spotlight On: Bi-State Development/Metro Transit
Bi-State Development operates Metro Transit for the St. Louis region, providing the greater metropolitan area with sustainable and accessible transportation… Read More
Partners to Launch “No Red Day” Campaign as Peak Ozone Season Gets Underway
When summer hits its peak, so does poor air quality. Rising temperatures and transportation-related emissions can combine to create dangerous… Read More
Air Quality Forecasting Season Kicks Off As Latest “State of the Air” Report Reveals Unfavorable Results for the St. Louis Region
As daily air quality forecasting makes its return for the 2025 season, the American Lung Association’s latest “State of the… Read More
Spotlight On: St. Louis Cardinals
The St. Louis Cardinals are one of the oldest and most successful Major League Baseball teams in the nation, playing… Read More
Spotlight On: St. Louis CITY SC
St. Louis CITY SC kicked off its inaugural Major League Soccer season just two years ago and has since been… Read More
Stair Climbing for Clean Air and Healthy Lungs
The American Lung Association’s popular “Fight For Air Climb” event designed for every type of climber – from beginners to… Read More
Eco-Friendly Revelry: Tips for Celebrating a Greener Mardi Gras in St. Louis
The 2025 Soulard Mardi Gras season is in full swing, and the next couple weekends promise no shortage of excitement… Read More
St. Louis Green Business Challenge Celebrating 15 Years Sustainably Strong
Coming off another successful year of delivering Triple Botton Line results (fiscal, social and environmental) to enterprises of all types… Read More
25 Resolutions to Live Greener in the New Year
While it’s hard to believe we’re already wrapping up the first month of 2025, many have already established resolutions to… Read More
Area Commuters Encouraged to Make Transit Your Ride in 2025
Citizens for Modern Transit’s FREE Try & Ride Program is Available to New Transit Riders Taking MetroLink or MetroBus even… Read More
Spotlight On: Quiet Village Landscaping
Based in St. Louis, Quiet Village Landscaping is a full-service custom landscape design and lawn care service company that has… Read More
Put an Eco-Twist on Traditions This Holiday Season
‘Tis the season to be eco-conscious as the holidays bring many opportunities to go green and think about the impact… Read More
Spotlight On: Shapiro Metals
Since 1904, Shapiro Metals has been providing advanced scrap metal recycling services to the greater St. Louis region. With a… Read More
Shop Sustainably This Holiday Season
The holidays are a time for joy, celebration and giving, but amidst all the festivities, we must still be mindful… Read More
Spotlight On: MilliporeSigma
MilliporeSigma is a life science company and leading supplier of a diverse range of products and services for research, biotechnology… Read More
Celebrate America Recycles Day Today and Every Day
Each year on November 15, millions of people across the nation will come together for America Recycles Day, a day… Read More
Spotlight On: Perennial
Perennial – a St. Louis-based nonprofit community workshop and store dedicated to creative reuse – offers educational programming to diverse… Read More
Spotlight On: Pulitzer Arts Foundation
Located in the heart of St. Louis for more than 20 years, the Pulitzer Arts Foundation is an art museum… Read More
Think Green for Halloween
The final countdown to Halloween is on as the day creeps closer and closer, and while it’s time to get… Read More
Spotlight On: Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis
Contemporary Art Museum St. Louis (CAM) works to enrich lives and inspire curiosity, creativity, and learning through experiences with contemporary… Read More
Spotlight On: CK Power
CK Power has been a leading manufacturer and distributor of off-highway power products for nearly a century. Headquartered in St…. Read More
Keep Air Quality in Mind and Leave Your Keys Behind
Car Free Day is right around the corner, and people all around the world are preparing to ditch their keys… Read More
Green Schools Quest: Spotlight on Fern Ridge High School
The Clean Air Partnership is delighted to spotlight another Green Schools Quest winner – Fern Ridge High School of the… Read More
Green Schools Quest: Spotlight on Pershing Elementary School
With summer winding down and area students heading back to the classroom, the Clean Air Partnership is pleased to shine… Read More
Partners Launch “Go for the Gold. Be A Champion for Clean Air. Take Transit Everywhere.” Campaign as Summer Olympics Get Underway
Transportation-related emissions are one of the biggest contributors to air pollution. The Clean Air Partnership and Citizens for Modern Transit… Read More
Keeping Health Impacts of Air Pollution Top of Mind This Summer
Years of scientific research have established that ozone and particle pollution are a threat to human health at every stage… Read More
Spotlight On: Saint Louis Science Center
As one of few free, nonprofit science museums in the country that serves hundreds of thousands of people each year… Read More
Spotlight On: Saint Louis Zoo
The Saint Louis Zoo has been dedicated to animal and habitat conservation since its establishment in 1910, providing first-rate care… Read More
Area Drivers Encouraged to “Dump the Pump” and Take Transit on June 20
Free Monthly Transit Pass Available for First-Time Transit Users Transit riders can save more than $13,000 per year just by… Read More
St. Louisans Encouraged to Take Action for Cleaner Air Based on Mixed “State of the Air” Results
The American Lung Association’s recently released “State of the Air” report finds that despite decades of progress cleaning up air… Read More
Spotlight On: StraightUp Solar
StraightUp Solar is a Missouri and Illinois-based solar installation company that offers a full range of services from design-to-build (engineering,… Read More
Spotlight On: ESCO Technologies
ESCO Technologies, headquartered in St. Louis, is a global provider of highly engineered products and solutions to diverse and growing… Read More
Air Quality Forecasting Resumes for 2024
Air quality forecasting made its return to the region on May 1st, and the ozone season is kicking off with… Read More
Commit to Cleaner Air and Live Every Day Like it’s Earth Day
Happy Earth Day! Spring is in full bloom and the green carpet rolled out today serves as a reminder of… Read More
Spotlight On: AmeriCorps St. Louis
AmeriCorps St. Louis is a Soulard-based nonprofit that works to address community needs throughout the region through its robust network… Read More
Spotlight On: Office Essentials
Office Essentials is a St. Louis-based, business products and services company that specializes in office supplies, office furniture, facilities and… Read More
Making Every Step Count for Cleaner Air and Healthier Lungs
People from all walks of life – including cancer survivors, friends, family, first responders, firefighters and more – are gearing… Read More
Spotlight On: RideFinders
The St. Louis regional commuter rideshare program – RideFinders – has been connecting commuters with reliable, affordable, sustainable and fun… Read More
Spotlight On: Advertisers Printing Company
Advertisers Printing, a St. Louis Printing Company, offers quality custom print and direct mail solutions with a focus on sustainability…. Read More
Throw Sustainability (Not Just Beads) Into the Mix for Mardi Gras Celebrations
The crown jewel of the Soulard Mardi Gras season is just days away, and while green is one of the… Read More
Local Champions for Sustainability Building a Better Region by Going Green
The St. Louis Green Business Challenge remained a leader of sustainability in the St. Louis region last year by continuing… Read More
New Year, New Resolutions to Live Greener
While it’s easy to think about all the extreme changes you’re going to make in the New Year as the… Read More
Spotlight On: Safety National
Headquartered in Maryland Heights, Mo., Safety National is a leading specialty insurance and reinsurance provider that has offered long-term solutions… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of Maplewood
As the Clean Air Partnership continues to highlight local municipalities dedicated to fostering sustainable environments and cleaning the air in… Read More
A Sustainable Holiday Season is the Gift That Keeps on Giving
While living a more sustainable lifestyle is a great goal to have when thinking ahead to resolutions for 2024, holiday… Read More
Spotlight On: Saint Louis Art Museum
Founded in 1879, the Saint Louis Art Museum is a world-renowned fine arts museum known for its outstanding and comprehensive… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of Webster Groves
As the Clean Air Partnership continues to spotlight local municipalities committed to practicing sustainability, we are pleased to recognize Webster… Read More
Giving Thanks for Cleaner Air
With Thanksgiving fast approaching, it’s a special time to come together with family and friends for a delicious meal and… Read More
Spotlight On: MTM, Inc.
Headquartered in Lake Saint Louis, Mo., MTM is a medical and transportation management company whose mission is to partner with… Read More
Spotlight On: The Village of Glen Carbon
As the Clean Air Partnership continues to spotlight local municipalities utilizing innovative approaches to create environments with cleaner air and… Read More
Reflecting on the 2023 Air Quality Forecasting Season
Air quality forecasting was extended through the mid-point of this month after an abnormal summer. While the season began with… Read More
Spotlight On: Missouri Botanical Garden
Founded in 1859, the Missouri Botanical Garden is the nation’s oldest botanical garden in continuous operation and a National Historic… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of Edwardsville
As the Clean Air Partnership continues to spotlight local municipalities utilizing innovative approaches to create cleaner, greener environments where constituents… Read More
Take Action for a Waste-Free World and Cleaner Air in Celebration of World Cleanup Day
On Saturday, September 16th, World Cleanup Day will unite volunteers, governments and organizations in 197 countries and territories to tackle… Read More
Spotlight On: Madison County Building & Zoning
Based in Edwardsville, Ill., the Madison County Building & Zoning Department enables the County Board to plan and prioritize policies… Read More
Beat the Heat and Stay Informed About Regional Ozone Levels with Air Quality Alerts
A dangerous wave of heat and humidity has made its way across the bi-state area this week with temperatures ranging… Read More
Partners Encourage Area Residents to “Get Back in the Groove” With Transit
As students get ready to head back to school and the workforce settles into more routine schedules, Citizens for Modern… Read More
Spotlight On: Hunter Engineering Company
Based in Bridgeton, Mo., Hunter Engineering Company is the world leader in alignment, wheel and tire service, inspection and ADAS… Read More
Climate Change Making It Harder to Breathe and Clean Up Ozone Air Pollution
Scientific research done in recent years has added to the evidence that a changing climate is making it harder to… Read More
Spotlight On: Bethesda Health Group
Bethesda Health Group is a nonprofit, St. Louis-based senior living, care, and service organization providing a continuum of residential and… Read More
Commuters Encouraged to “Dump the Pump” on June 15 for Opportunity to Win Prizes
Campaign Reinforces the Benefits of Taking Transit and Incentivizes People to Give it a Try Public transit is the region’s… Read More
High Ozone Concentrations Result in Early Surge of Poor Air Quality Days in the St. Louis Region
Coming on the heels of Memorial Day weekend and the unofficial start of summer, the bi-state St. Louis region has… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of Highland
Located just 35 miles east of St. Louis and home to nearly 10,000 residents, the City of Highland has a… Read More
Spotlight On: RBO
Based in Maryland Heights, RBO – formerly known as RBO PrintLogistix – is an established marketing execution company that helps… Read More
’Tis the Season for Sustainability: A Guide to Greening Holiday Celebrations
The next wave of holidays is quickly approaching, and although we recognize this to be the most wonderful time of… Read More
Celebrate America Recycles Day Today and Every Day
Every year on November 15th, individuals and businesses all across the country join forces to celebrate America Recycles Day. This… Read More
Assessing Air Quality Conditions in the St. Louis Region as the 2022 Forecasting Season Wraps Up
Air quality forecasting concluded at the end of last month, and the Clean Air Partnership is pleased to report that,… Read More
Latest EPA report reveals more work to be done to meet ozone standards in the St. Louis area
According to a new report released by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the St. Louis metropolitan area has failed… Read More
MoDOT Paving the Way for Cleaner Air in the St. Louis Region
With a long-standing commitment to help improve air quality in the St. Louis metropolitan area, the Missouri Department of Transportation… Read More
Spotlight On: Midwest Recycling Center
Midwest Recycling Center (MRC) is the premiere destination for community and residential recycling in Missouri, Illinois and the surrounding areas…. Read More
“Don’t Pollute. Switch Up Your Commute.” for Car Free Day
With the first day of fall quickly approaching, that means Car Free Day is also right around the corner. Thursday,… Read More
Clean Air Partnership and CMT Release 2022 Air Quality Forecasting and “Don’t Pollute. Switch Up Your Commute.” Campaign Update
The St. Louis Regional Clean Air Partnership today released data from the first half of the 2022 air quality forecasting… Read More
Spotlight On: Maritz
Founded in 1894 as E. Maritz Jewelry, the company got its start as a wholesaler and manufacturer of fine jewelry… Read More
Create a Buzz for National Honey Bee Day to Help Clear the Region’s Air
Beekeepers, beekeeping clubs and associations, and honey bee enthusiasts from all across the country will join forces for National Honey… Read More
Understanding Particle Pollution and Your Health
The more researchers learn about the health effects of particle pollution, the more dangerous it is recognized to be. In… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of Clayton
As a returning participant in the St. Louis Green Cities Challenge in 2021, the City of Clayton reinvented its commitment… Read More
Spotlight On: Cortex Innovation Community
Founded 20 years ago through a collaboration of Washington University, BJC HealthCare, University of Missouri – St. Louis, Saint Louis… Read More
Keeping Lung Health Top of Mind As Summer Heats Up
According to the American Lung Association’s latest “State of the Air” report, the three years covered by the report (2018-2020)… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of Brentwood
As the Clean Air Partnership continues to spotlight local municipalities utilizing innovative approaches to create cleaner, greener environments for constituents,… Read More
Spotlight On: COCA
As a national leader in innovative arts education, the Center of Creative Arts (COCA) provides meaningful arts experiences in its… Read More
St. Louisans Encouraged to Take Action for Cleaner Air Based on Latest “State of the Air” Results
The recently released American Lung Association’s 2022 “State of the Air” report reveals that, despite decades of progress on cleaning… Read More
“Don’t Pollute. Switch Up Your Commute. $ee the Savings” This Air Quality Forecasting Season
Transportation is one of the biggest contributors to air pollution. In conjunction with the start of the Clean Air Partnership’s… Read More
Do Your Share for Cleaner Air and Celebrate Earth Day 2022
With spring in full bloom and Earth Day upon us, now is the perfect time to appreciate the planet for… Read More
Travel Sustainably to Root for the Redbirds This Baseball Season
As the St. Louis Cardinals prepare to return to Busch Stadium on Thursday, thousands of baseball fans will flock to… Read More
Citizens for Modern Transit Reminds Commuters About its Try & Ride Program as Gas Prices Soar
As prices at the pump continue to rise, Citizens for Modern Transit (CMT) – the region’s transit advocacy organization –… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of Alton
As a returning participant of the St. Louis Green Cities Challenge in 2021, the City of Alton remained committed to… Read More
Spring Forward for Air Quality-Friendly Habits
As we prepare to “spring forward” one hour and adjust our clocks on Saturday night for Daylight Saving Time, that… Read More
Spotlight On: Ameren Missouri
The St. Louis Green Business Challenge remained a leader of sustainability in the St. Louis region last year by continuing… Read More
Throw Some Extra Green in the Mix for Mardi Gras Celebrations This Weekend
While the coronavirus shut down Mardi Gras parades and carnivals in cities across the globe last year, the tradition is… Read More
Spotlight On: The Cities of Wentzville and Wildwood
As we’ve rounded out another extraordinary year of highlighting the tremendous work that several local organizations and municipalities have put… Read More
Ringing in the New Year with Sustainable Resolutions
During the month of January, the “new year, new me” mentality is top of mind for many, with popular New… Read More
Spotlight On: Madison County Planning & Development
As the St. Louis metro area continues to experience temperatures that have been warmer than usual for this time of… Read More
Vanpooling: An Inspiring Commuter Story
Article courtesy of RideFinders and Washington University in St. Louis Donna Krekel, Senior Research Administrator in the department of Otolaryngology,… Read More
Test Drive Transit this Winter with CMT’s Try & Ride Program
Thousands of St. Louisans know that public transportation is a convenient, cost-effective and hassle-free way to get around the St. Louis… Read More
Spotlight On: The City of University City
As a returning participant of the St. Louis Green Cities Challenge in 2020, the City of University City remained committed… Read More
“Be Merry on Metro” to Do Your Share for Cleaner Air
Tis the season for music, lights, Santa and gifts – and in the coming weeks this merriment will also be… Read More
Spotlight On: Graybar
With a commitment to corporate responsibility serving as an expression of Graybar’s core values, the company strives to create a culture where employees feel a… Read More
Committing to Cleaner Fall Air for America Recycles Day
The sole nationally recognized day dedicated to promoting recycling in the United States comes at the perfect time – between Halloween and Thanksgiving – two holidays… Read More
Spotlight On: Granite City
While area residents can look forward to breathing a little easier during the remaining weeks of fall as cooler temperatures… Read More