Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision

08/20/2026

Knowing what to do in an overdose emergency can save a life. Join us for a FREE 45-minute training with AmeriCorps Community Training for Overdose Rescue (ACT) — available in person OR virtually! You’ll learn how to: 💙 Use naloxone (Narcan) 💙 Give hands-only CPR 💙 Alert 911 💙 Test for fentanyl 🎁 FREE naloxone and fentanyl test strips provided! 📅 Thursday, August 20th ⏰ 2:00 PM 📍 1211 Trumbull Ave., Detroit, MI 48216. Saber qué hacer durante una emergencia por sobredosis puede salvar una vida. Únete a nuestra capacitación GRATUITA de 45 minutos de AmeriCorps Community Training for Overdose Rescue (ACT) — ¡disponible presencialmente o de manera virtual! Aprenderás a: 💙 Usar naloxona (Narcan) 💙 Realizar RCP solo con las manos 💙 Llamar al 911 💙 Detectar la presencia de fentanilo 🎁 ¡Se proporcionarán naloxona y tiras de prueba de fentanilo GRATIS! 📅 Jueves 20 de agosto ⏰ 2:00 PM 📍 1211 Trumbull Ave., Detroit, MI 48216 👉 Regístrate aquí: https://tinyurl.com/8-20-SDEV-Training

08/19/2026

Are you passionate about making a difference in the environment? 🌍 We’re on the lookout for a talented grant writer to join our mission-driven team at Southwest Detroit Environmental Vision! As a vital part of our organization, you will help secure funding to support our initiatives to protect & preserve our communities' fight against air, water, and land pollution, inspiring residents to fight for sustainable, green, and equitable treatment by government & industry.

We are seeking someone with a strong background in grant writing and a proven track record of successfully obtaining funding from diverse sources. Your experience in crafting compelling narratives that resonate with funders will play a crucial role in advancing our projects and goals. If you have the ability to translate vital environmental issues into engaging proposals, we want to hear from you!

In your application, please include your qualifications, relevant experience, and writing samples that showcase your expertise. Together, we can amplify our impact and drive meaningful change in our communities. If you know someone who might be a perfect fit, tag them in the comments or share this post! Let’s make a difference together! 💚
To learn more click link:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1EXYxF0bgdpoMLAXMeOq-TkSey1froz7uGouS6bk2hRc/edit?usp=sharing

08/19/2026

Please share!

Michigan doesn’t need new power plants to serve AI data centers — we need smarter use of the grid we already have. 🔌

AI demand is skyrocketing, and utilities are pushing expensive new fossil fuel plants onto ratepayers. But energy experts show that technologies like virtual power plants, battery storage, advanced conductors, and grid‑aware software can unlock massive capacity without building anything new.

Communities like Lima Township have already proven that residents can stop unnecessary power plant proposals. Now regulators must focus on optimizing the grid, not expanding fossil fuel infrastructure.

👉Read how Michigan can meet AI demand without a single new power plant: https://www.ecocenter.org/not-magic-we-can-serve-ai-data-centers-without-new-power-plants

08/17/2026

Hey everyone! A great new resource is available for anyone in our community who is looking for work. 🤝

This Workforce Map shows you exactly which local companies are hiring and lets you see their job openings on an interactive map.
There are many opportunities in the port region and related industries!

Want to see what's available?
Click here: https://redpandomonium.github.io/
Explore: Look around the map for areas that interest you.
Find Jobs: Click on listings with green tags to find open positions.

Want to learn how to use the map?
Click here: https://www.sdevweb.org/pod-mobility-1

08/13/2026

SDEV is working to increase awareness of & access to jobs in Southwest Detroit and Downriver, including entry-level positions in welding, trucking, logistics, and more.
Take the survey here:
https://forms.gle/cn2YJjXosCQu9LG9A

SDEV está trabajando en aumentar el conocimiento sobre los empleos en el suroeste de Detroit y la zona de Downriver, así como el acceso a ellos, incluyendo puestos de nivel inicial en soldadura, transporte de carga, logística y más.
Toma la encuesta aquí:
https://forms.gle/YjYRk4KPBRCuoeKK8

08/12/2026

Curious about owning an EV but want to know more? Join our online event hosted by the Greater Detroit Chapter of Citizens' Climate Lobby where we’ll break down everything you need to know about EVs! We'll host a Q&A and information session so that you'll be ready to purchase your own. Please register for this event here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/evs-electric-vehicles-101-tickets-1993638758193

08/10/2026

Congratulations to DERMI project partner, StrongHouse Logistics, Inc, on their new 2023 propane class 6 truck! SDEV’s Clean Diesel Program assisted StrongHouse with the decommissioning of a 2007 diesel truck and replaced it with the propane model. This helps reduce their fuel consumption by over 6,000 gallons annually and takes 70 tons of diesel emissions from Michigan’s air every year! Southwest Detroit Community Benefits Coalition StrongHouse Logistics, INC

08/09/2026

Thank you, Great Lakes Leadership Academy, for spending the day with in Southwest Detroit to learn about community-led decision-making in their neighborhoods, micropark development, and visiting with Anthony Benavidez and Clark Park to learn about the Clark Park Coalition’s history and programming. We look forward to working with all of the participants in the future!

08/07/2026

08/07/2026

SDEV wants to give a "big shout-out" to our DCERP students, Jasmine & Alex! DCERP stands for "The Detroit Community-Engaged Research Program." It is a 9-week social justice-focused summer fellowship run by the University of Michigan's Undergraduate Research Opportunity Program (UROP). We couldn't be more proud to have worked with such thoughtful, smart, & motivated young adult students from U of M. And we look forward to seeing all you will accomplish! !