Green Interchange is leading two major efforts to build healthier, more resilient communities in Tennessee. In Napier, we’re transforming hot, unsafe streets into green, shaded corridors—improving safety for students walking to school, protecting pedestrians and bikers, and restoring pride in public spaces. Meanwhile, in Spring Creek, we’re restoring damaged streambanks to reduce erosion, improve water quality, and support local farmers by creating healthier conditions for livestock and crops. Together, these projects are making Tennessee cleaner, cooler, and stronger. Thurgood Marshall 🌱 A Green Milestone in Napier! We’re thrilled to announce a nearly complete outdoor classroom at Thurgood Marshall Middle School — featuring a thriving food forest and herb garden designed for the school’s culinary program. This green oasis manages stormwater, improves air and soil quality, and teaches students how to grow food while caring for the land. With apple trees bearing fruit and herbs flourishing, this space is a powerful step toward resilience, clean water, and hands-on learning in the heart of Napier. 🌿🍎  Claiborne Street Church Cleanup!Thank you for helping us launch the Napier Green Oasis transformation during last week’s Claiborne Street Church cleanup!
With your support, we planted a native oak tree and mulched and cared for over 30 existing trees—including heat-fighting Sweet Bay Magnolias. These trees aren’t just beautiful—they’re powerful. Each mature tree can absorb up to 48 pounds of carbon dioxide annually, intercept thousands of gallons of stormwater, and cool nearby pavement by as much as 9°F. That’s essential in Napier, where streets can run 15 degrees hotter than neighborhoods like Belle Meade or Green Hills. These plantings are a frontline defense against extreme heat, flooding, and air pollution—issues that hit historically underserved communities hardest. We’re deeply grateful to One Mississippi, the Mississippi River Network’s River Days of Action, and the Water Walkers for being part of this first step toward a greener, cooler, and more resilient Napier. This is just the beginning. Let’s keep growing together. |
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