What is Greentopia?
Since 2011, Greentopia has worked to bring sustainability, resiliency and “living green” advocacy to Rochesterarians. We’ve accomplished a lot in our few short years. Interested?Green Visions
Green Visions is a workforce development program that takes place in the JOSANA neighborhood. We uniquely train 15 youth, (18-21 years old, for 22 weeks) in how to prepare for the work world – by working on an urban cut flower farm!High Falls Ecodistrict
The High Falls EcoDistrict is the First Registered EcoDistrict in the State of New York! The High Falls EcoDistrict is a conceptual FRAMEWORK to reimagine our community and design a VIBRANT URBAN DISTRICT which emphasizes economic, social and environmental equity. The EcoDistrict will be a model for ambitious sustainability standards grounded in EQUITY, RESILIENCE and CLIMATE PROTECTION.News from our blog:
Green Visions Shipping Container Floral Workshop!
Now in its sixth year, the Green Visions program has installed an 800 square foot shipping container at the Green Visions Campus at 174 Whitney Street in the JOSANA neighborhood. The container has been completely retrofitted by Ikoniq, a Canandaigua-based company that...
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Come to the EcoFair! We’re launching Greentopia’s EcoDistrict.
It’s time to launch the High Falls Eco-District! So no, that’s nothing like sailing a Frisbee over the edge of the Genesee River ravine in Greentopia’s backyard. It’s the formal process required to begin certification of the EcoDistrict north of downtown. The planning...
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Opportunity still blooms in a wet summer
It’s been an unusual summer for Green Visions, Greentopia's job development program. A super-soaked spring and summer, along with some red-tape tangles, delayed the start of the season. Manager Morgan Barry said the Green Visions garden wasn’t tilled until late May,...
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The grass is greener on the Greentopia side of the street
We’ve moved! While it was nice being in the building on the corner of Platt Street and Brown’s Race, the sale of the building that housed Greentopia for the last several years resulted in our move to new digs across the way at 74 Brown's Race. “If you need us, we’re...
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The voice of environmental news comes to our Leadership Series
You probably know that mellifluous voice, the one that makes it seem that no matter how grim things are for the environment, there’s still hope. Steve Curwood, host and executive producer of Public Radio International’s Living on Earth show brings his voice to...
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Step aside Netflix series. Green Visions has “14 Stories.”
Trigger warning: you can’t watch Greentopia’s “14 Stories” without your heart being touched. This binge-worthy series of short films, posted on our website, profiles the young people who worked in the Green Visions program in 2016. There’s the young mother who didn’t...
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One month to go! Dinner on the Bridge 2019 is coming up fast. We all know how fleeting summers are in Rochester — make the most of summer 2019 and toast on top of the Pont De Rennes Bridge with us. Ticket sales close at noon on 7/8! www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-on-the-bridge-tickets-60140347398
If you can't make it for the full Dinner on the Bridge 2019, you're welcome to join us for the after party! Tickets are just $40, and you'll get to enjoy the fireworks, dessert, and live entertainment. www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-on-the-bridge-tickets-60140347398
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Dinner on the Bridge is the summer’s most elegant event, complete with a three-course dinner prepared by The Cub Room, delicious cocktails, exciting silent auction, and spectacular views of the falls. Enjoy a meal on the Pont De Rennes Bridge and stay for fireworks, dessert, and live music at the ...#TBT to last year's Dinner on the Bridge, a picture-perfect event at one of Rochester's most famous spots. Don't miss out on the fifth anniversary! Grab your tickets before 7/8 at noon: www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-on-the-bridge-tickets-60140347398
We've been talking a lot about the fifth annual Dinner on the Bridge 2019. Click interested on our event page to receive all dinner updates, including the full menu and live entertainment. Ticket sales close on Monday, 7/8!
It's World Environment Day — a great reason to celebrate! We're proud to be part of ROC the Riverway initiatives to create a more vibrant, sustainable High Falls. You can show your support AND enjoy an elegant outdoor event by coming to this year's Dinner on the Bridge 2019. Do the planet, our community, and your stomach a solid and purchase your tickets today. www.eventbrite.com/e/dinner-on-the-bridge-tickets-60140347398
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Meet our Amazing Team!
Like ants, we may be small but we are powerful!
Rachel Walsh
EcoDistrict® Coordinator
Rachel Walsh implemented the 2014 NYSERDA Grant to organize and plan an EcoDistrict. She continues to implement the first projects of the EcoDistrict.
Rachel@greentopia.org
585-287-5560, Ext. 707
Morgan Barry
Director, Green Visions Workforce Development
Morgan Barry has directed our Green Visions program since its inception in 2012, Morgan is a primary force behind the successes of Green Visions
Morgan@greentopia.org
585-287-5560, Ext. 702
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Rooftop Cocktails AT High Falls!
March 1 @ 8:00 am – March 31 @ 5:00 pm
ROC the Falls w/ Genesee Brewery
March 30 @ 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Green Visions Film Premiere
April 1
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