Once overlooked and contaminated, two properties in the heart of Kalamazoo are now being redeveloped into affordable housing and community space. These transformations are the result of years of collaboration between the City of Kalamazoo, local developers …
Today, the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) Director Phil Roos toured Harrison Circle and River’s Edge, two brownfield redevelopment sites in downtown Kalamazoo. After the tour, Director Roos led a roundtable discussion …
Tuesday, July 29, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m. Invasive spotted lanternfly, first detected in Pennsylvania in 2014, is now present in at least 18 eastern U.S. states. In Michigan, localized spotted lanternfly infestations in four southeastern counties are expected to …
Make Food Not Waste (MFNW), a NextCycle Michigan Partner, is one of the organizations that receives donated food from Metro Food Rescue. They use the food at their Upcycling Kitchens—located at a Presbyterian church and a Salvation Army center that …
The conference builds on a years-long effort to cultivate a WLEB community, foster trust, and generate input for the DAP through presentations, panels, question-and-answer sessions, networking, and discussion groups. Partners met for the first State of the …
It’s National Tire Safety Week, and MI Environment is highlighting how proper tire care and maintenance benefit the environment. Properly inflated tires help promote better fuel economy, and regular care helps tires get the most potential wear prior to …
Around the 4th of July, we celebrate our country’s independence by letting off beautiful sparkly fireworks. While amazing to look at, when fireworks go off, particles and gases are released into the air along with splashes of color in the sky. The Michigan …
Gov. Gretchen Whitmer has issued a proclamation to mark Aquatic Invasive Species (AIS) Awareness Week, June 29-July 5, raising awareness about the importance of stopping the spread of invasive aquatic plants and organisms. Over 50 boat landing events are …
ADRIAN, Michigan – The second annual State of the Western Lake Erie Basin Conference today brought together more than 200 people representing efforts to reduce the risk of harmful algal blooms (HAB) in the lake. Each summer, Lake Erie is prone to runaway …
Join the Bioblitz June 28-July 6 To encourage public involvement in reporting aquatic invasive species, the Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps) is hosting its first-ever statewide aquatic invasive species BioBlitz from June 28 – July 6, 2025. Volunteers …
The weather is warming up in Michigan, which means it is time for beach days, picnics, barbecues and fun times outside. While everyone is welcome to enjoy the outdoors, some uninvited guests such as invasive spongy moth caterpillars can make this time of …
From old-growth forests and farms to shimmering lakes and rushing rivers, natural beauty defines Michigan. Healthy habitats support wildlife, people, and economies. But our relationship with nature faces extraordinary challenges from a changing climate and …
Media from Michigan and Ohio or interested in Great Lakes issues are invited to attend and cover Michigan’s second State of the Western Lake Erie Basin Conference, focused on advancements and priorities in the Western Lake Erie Basin (WLEB), particularly …
For decades, Marquette’s shoreline was home to the Cliffs-Dow site, a once-bustling industrial operation that left behind contamination, chemical waste and lingering environmental concerns. Today, thanks to nearly $1 million from the U.S. Environmental …
Today, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy (EGLE) Director Phil Roos joined U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) Region 5 Administrator Anne Vogel, state and local leaders in Marquette to see firsthand the progress being made …
A once-polluted stretch of land on the Keweenaw Waterway in Houghton is now a thriving destination for camping, fishing and outdoor fun. The newly opened Keweenaw Waters Resort sits on land that was long considered unusable due to toxic industrial waste. …
HOUGHTON, Mich.— Today, Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy Director Phil Roos and U.S. EPA Region 5 Director Anne Vogel joined state and local leaders and project partners for a ribbon cutting to celebrate the official opening of …
During Waste & Recycling Workers Week the focus is on safety. Using proper recycling and disposal practices helps protect workers – and shows appreciation for the work they do to keep everyone safe. That’s important because solid waste collection …
EGLE Classroom’s Environmental Education Resource Lending Station is expanding, with two new satellite locations in Northern Michigan. This expansion, funded through a Great Lakes Restoration Initiative grant from the United States Environmental Protection …
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) today announced two grant awards totaling $234,050 for projects that will develop a watershed management plan to control polluted runoff and preserve natural land use. The plan will set …
