Vertical Farm in Avondale Promotes Sustainability, Technology, Water Conservation
Vertical farms have the capability to grow more crops using fewer resources, grow seasonal produce year-round and deliver produce in a short timeframe.... Read more.
Corporation Commission: Kevin Thompson Plans to End Electric Vehicle Subsidies and End Renewable Energy Requirements
The five-member Corporation Commission regulates electricity, water, and gas providers, and approves the rates that consumers pay. More than 300 water companies... Read more.
Empty Bowls Event Raises Money to Combat Food Insecurity, Cut Food Waste
For the nonprofit Waste Not, an empty bowl represents the struggles of nearly 1 million Arizonans who can’t find enough to eat every day.... Read more.
AmeriCorps Grant Gives Arizona Food Banks More Resources to Help Food Insecurity
AmeriCorps granted the Arizona Food Bank Network $180,000 to support 33 on-the-ground volunteers who will serve at food banks across Arizona.... Read more.
Women’s Group Works to Eliminate Food Insecurities in South Phoenix
More than 75% of Maricopa County is considered a food desert, meaning residents are a mile or more away from fresh food. South Phoenix falls into that category.... Read more.