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 city is also planting 20,000 trees. Learn more about environmental initiatives in Paris: wef.ch/2O5jF3m
Our friend Arian Horbovetz took absolutely stunning pictures of our neighborhood! Thank you for showing our beloved spot some love.
theurbanphoenix.com/2018/12/14/the-beautiful-bones-of-high-falls-rochester/
As we wrap up 2018, we want to show some love to our amazing long-term partners. Tommy Brunett and Iron Smoke Distillery have partnered with us for Dinner on the Bridge since the first year and were amazing hosts for Jack Baron's album release party in October.
The venue ambiance, cocktails, and staff at Iron Smoke are exceptional! We are lucky to have such dedicated partners. If you are headed out for a drink or need venue for a rockin' party, Iron Smoke should be at the top of your list!
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Meet our Amazing Team!
Like ants, we may be small but we are powerful!
Michael Philipson
Co-Founder and C.O.O.
Michael Philipson, along with Co-Founder Lewis Stess, created the original vision for Greentopia. Today, Michael continues to lead the effort through operations and project management.
Michael@greentopia.org
585-287-5560, Ext. 701
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
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
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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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