Michigan has selected 25 community-based organizations to join the state’s first Michigan (MI) Justice40 Accelerator, a 12-month program designed to build capacity and provide funding, training, and technical support to organizations serving under- …
As autumn leaves start falling and you ready for winter, don’t just think about composting -- make it happen! A child places a bucket of leaves into a compost bin. Composting yard waste is the simplest thing we can all do to fight climate change while …
The Safe Drinking Water Act dramatically improved the lives of Americans, but challenges to ensuring healthy tap water continue to grow, Phil Roos, director of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), told more than 370 …
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) has won a national music video contest promoting radon testing and awareness. EGLE staffers Jay Paquette, Katrina Robinson, Ben Lowen and Eileen Boekestein (l to r) in parody music …
Nine staffers at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) took part in a massive cleanup effort in Lansing in September. State of Michigan volunteers ready to work at Cherry Hill Park at 8 a.m., including EGLE volunteers …
Several billion dollars in state and federal aid have flowed to Michigan communities over the past five years providing financial assistance to water, wastewater, and stormwater systems that are protecting the environment and health of Michigan residents. …
Critical water system upgrades are in the works in dozens of Michigan communities thanks to $1.05 billion in low-interest loans from the state revolving funds. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued financing …
As part of Climate Week and National Clean Energy Week, today’s MI Environment story is courtesy of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Electric vehicle using a charger at park. Noticed something new at your favorite state park? The …
As part of Climate Week and National Clean Energy Week, today’s MI Environment story is courtesy of the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR). Solar panels at Wolf Lake State Fish Hatchery. In 2021, the DNR received funding to install solar …
State invests in dozens of local governments and water systems, protecting public health and the environment New storm sewers and green infrastructure in Oakland County, lead water service line replacements in Marquette, and water main replacements in …
As part of National Drive Electric Week, five Michigan cities are planning to host electric vehicle (EV) ride-and-drives and an informational session. The week is a nationwide celebration to raise awareness of the many benefits of all-electric and plug-in …
With the recent discovery of two new invasive aquatic plants in Michigan, the Michigan Invasive Species Program is asking waterfowl hunters across the state to take extra precautions this season to prevent the spread of invasive species. Man deploys decoys …
Michigan has selected a team from the University of Michigan’s department of Naval Architecture & Marine Engineering to develop a Michigan maritime strategy focused on climate action. The team, led by Associate Professor of Engineering Practice Dr. …
Since its launch in May this year, the Septic Replacement Loan Program (SRLP), an initiative of the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) and Michigan Saves, is reporting signs of early success. A Michigan Saves Authorized …
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has selected four tribes in Michigan to receive more than $38 million in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants (CPRG) made available by the Biden-Harris Administration’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The awards …
SepticSmart Week, September 16 to 20, is a nationwide public education effort in conjunction with the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), supported by state and local governments, private sector, communities, and academia. This annual …
Spark new ideas and learn the latest in lake stewardship at the Michigan Inland Lakes Convention this fall. This year’s convention will be held Oct. 2 to 4, in Grand Rapids. Lakefront property owners, lake scientists, industry professionals, policy makers, …
With schools back in session, more Michigan students than ever are boarding buses running on clean electric power instead of diesel fuel or gasoline. A survey finds that despite some growing pains, the new buses earn generally high marks on the job – even …
Michigan’s Invasive Species Grant Program is now accepting proposals for the 2024 funding cycle, with an anticipated $3.6 million available to applicants. The program – a joint effort of the Michigan departments of Natural Resources; Environment, Great …
A new video produced by the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) highlights its work cleaning up contaminated sites in Michigan. Former contaminated site in Michigan. In the video, EGLE Director Phil Roos says the department …
