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 …
It’s back to school time, and that means the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is hitting the road to participate in many career fairs at Michigan colleges and universities. The department also has a presence at conferences …
As part of National Preparedness Month, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is highlighting its recent effort to develop a preparedness strategy for drinking water and wastewater treatment plant operators in Michigan. …
An agreement has been reached in a civil rights complaint filed by community members and environmental justice advocates against the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) regarding the January 2020 renewal of a U.S. Ecology North …
The Michigan Green Schools program is a fantastic initiative that empowers PreK-12 schools to become environmental stewards. Students on the Green Team at Coolidge Elementary School in Livonia help implement activities for their Michigan Green Schools …
Invasive species pose a threat to Michigan’s environment, economy, and sometimes even human health. What is at stake? What is being done? This webinar series explores how agencies, universities, and locally led organizations are working together to protect …
Today's story is part of a series from NextCycle Michigan that MI Environment runs periodically to highlight the program's effort to attract end markets for recyclable materials through new companies and new jobs in Michigan, leveraging state …
Today’s MI Environment story is courtesy of the Recycling Raccoons. Paper roll being manufactured at UP Paper. Now more than ever, companies in the Great Lakes State are desperately seeking to include recyclables in the manufacturing of new products, …
Wondering what to do between now and the anticipated September release of the “Beetlejuice” movie sequel? Consider spending some time outdoors looking for a real destructive pest – the invasive Asian longhorned beetle. An adult Asian longhorned beetle …
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