Category: Green Team
Volunteer Spotlight: Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity leans into community service
December 1, 2025
Green Team is proud to spotlight the work of the Delta Theta Lambda Chapter of Alpha Phi Alpha Fraternity, Inc., whose commitment to community service and civic pride is the perfect fit for Adopt-a-Spot. Founded on the principles of Manly Deeds, Scholarship, and Love for All Mankind, the chapter saw Adopt-a-Spot as a natural extension of their mission. “Stewardship of the environment aligns perfectly with our values,” Casmere H. Taylor, chapter [more]
Read MoreDig Into December: What to Plant This Month
November 29, 2025
December is a wonderful time to plant trees, shrubs and perennials. Adding garden center gift cards or a few special plants to your holiday wish list can help you create living memories that last a lifetime. Here are a few excellent choices to brighten your garden and holiday arrangements: Southern Magnolia – A true Southern classic, this evergreen beauty reaches 60–80 feet tall and is beloved for its glossy leaves and large [more]
Read More‘Tis the season of giving
November 25, 2025
Green Team is inviting everyone to give something simple this holiday season – time. Just one hour spent picking up litter on the street, or in neighborhoods and parks, can make a real difference toward a cleaner, greener community. Team up with a friend, go solo, or organize a quick group clean-up, every bit helps keep Huntsville beautiful. Need supplies? Green Team will provide bags and gloves for neighborhood clean-up efforts. To [more]
Read MoreVolunteers Help Expand Huntsville’s Tree Canopy at Cavalry Hill
November 10, 2025
In a tree-de-force, more than 80 community volunteers gathered at Cavalry Hill Community Center on Saturday, Nov. 8 for Cavalry Hill Tree Planting Day. The planting event celebrated community spirit and environmental stewardship as participants worked together to plant more than 250 trees in just over an hour. District 1 Council Member Michelle Watkins, Landscape Management Director Brian Walker and Green Team Manager Niki Sothers rolled up their sleeves planting trees [more]
Read MoreMayor’s Tree Planting Day returns Nov. 1
October 21, 2025
Mayor Tommy Battle and Huntsville’s Green Team will host the Mayor’s Tree Planting Day at Brahan Spring Park on Saturday, Nov. 1, from 9 a.m. to noon. The annual planting event brings together community volunteers who want to help grow Huntsville’s tree canopy – one of the City’s most important natural resources. Green Team will prepare hundreds of tree planting sites and provide all the tools and supplies needed. Volunteers may drop [more]
Read MoreGreen Team Volunteer Spotlight: Caring for the planet starts at home
October 20, 2025
For Jenna Rosano and members of Citizens’ Climate Huntsville (CCH), their passion for caring for the planet starts right here at home. While the organization focuses much of its work on environmental policy at the federal level, Jenna said many members wanted a way to make a tangible difference in their own community. Jenna and CCH now maintain Executive Drive and Rick Cooper Memorial Park. Their efforts have drawn support from [more]
Read MoreSavor the Season: A Sustainable Guide to Thanksgiving
October 20, 2025
Thanksgiving is a time to gather with family and friends, share a meal and reflect on what we’re grateful for. But it can also be a season of excess – long car trips, disposable plates and utensils and more food waste than almost any other holiday. This year, consider celebrating in a way that’s both festive and sustainable. With a few mindful choices, you can enjoy your favorite traditions while [more]
Read MoreHow to properly recycle lithium batteries
October 20, 2025
From smartphones and laptops to power tools and even toothbrushes, lithium batteries power many of the items we use every day. While these batteries are a convenience, they also come with risks if they’re mishandled or disposed of incorrectly. Lithium batteries don’t belong in household trash or curbside recycling carts. Throwing them away increases the risk of fires, threatens sanitation workers, and can lead to toxic materials leaching into the environment. Instead, [more]
Read MoreFall cleanup: Keeping curbs, gutters free of leaves and debris
October 2, 2025
Make sure fallen leaves stay clear of storm drains Every fall, the red, gold and russet leaves falling across Huntsville offer a vivid reminder of the changing season. But those same leaves, if left unchecked in our curbs and gutters, can cause serious headaches for homeowners, motorists and the city alike. Flooding, street damage and safety hazards When leaves pile up along the curb or slip into storm drains, they can block vital [more]
Read MoreEnergy Savings Plan: Prep Your Home for Cooler Weather
September 30, 2025
Cooler weather is on the way, and with it comes the opportunity to save energy, lower utility bills, and reduce your carbon footprint. A little planning can help you take a proactive approach to energy efficiency this year. Seal and insulate – Drafts can account for up a decent percentage of heat loss in a typical home. Check windows, doors, and attic spaces for leaks and seal them with weatherstripping or [more]
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