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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The Greentopia Fundraiser is in full swing! Head on over to Iron Smoke Distillery in Fairport! 111 Parce Ave
GreenVisions had a successful collaboration discussion with Calvin Eaton, director of 540 West Main Communiversity in the Susan B. Anthony Neighborhood, on Tuesday! Talks of upkeep and strategies for growing were carried out in the courtyard behind 540 West Main. Calvin is in the works of creating raised flower beds to grow foods to use in some of the courses offered at 540 West Main. If you're looking to get involved, Calvin is asking for volunteers to help construct the raised flower beds on October 12th, 2019 from 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m. If you'd like to volunteer you can connect with him on Facebook or via email @ info540westmain@gmail.com .
Thank you to all who came out to support Greentopia's
Dinner on the Bridge 2019 fundraiser last Thursday. We are grateful for the passion our community has for Greentopia's mission to build a more resilient Rochester. Save the Date for the 6th Annual Dinner on the Bridge, July 16, 2020! www.rochesterfirst.com/news/local-news/greentopia-holds-5th-annual-dinner-on-the-bridge-event/
Greentopia holds 5th annual Dinner on the Bridge event
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ROCHESTER, N.Y. (WROC) — Greentopia held its fifth annual Dinner on the Bridge and after-party on Thursday. The dinner took place at Granite Mills Park at High Falls. The event is used as a fundrai…Last chance! Greentopia's Dinner on the Bridge 2019 After Party is tomorrow and we want to see you there. Enjoy a nice evening next to the falls with live music, open wine and beer bar, tastings from local vendors and delicious dessert. Purchase your tickets today!
Help create a more resilient Rochester by joining us for the Dinner on the Bridge 2019 After Party. Come show your support while enjoying open wine and beer bar, delicious dessert provided by Green Zebra Catering, and coffee from Java's Cafe. We hope to see you there!
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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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