LANSING, Mich. (WLNS) -- Lansing Public Schools is being honored with the 2025 Green Ribbon Award for its environmental efforts.

Lansing integrated sustainability to prepare students for green careers, according to a news release. The district received a citywide coalition grant to implement an urban forestry initiative that offers paid internships and forestry courses at Lansing Tech.

A middle school forestry camp is available for Lansing students at Ebersole Environmental Education Center in Allegan County, south of Grand Rapids. At the camp, students plant trees and gain experience improving air quality, reducing heat and improving stormwater management.

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