From Madigan’s Conviction to ComEd’s EV Rebate Program: How Illinois is Shaping Its Energy Future
More energy news as federal funding for climate science faces cuts under Trump, while Ohio wrestles with “a supply and demand imbalance” on the electric grid.
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Killer Trees and Sacred Waters
How trees are fighting back against the emerald ash borer and restoring a sacred lake.
Points North: Back to the Boundary Waters
Erik Grams has been taking trips to the Boundary Waters in Minnesota for over 30 years. It’s his favorite place in the world. But last year, during a fishing trip, there was a fatal accident that left Erik wrestling with his feelings about the place he loved.
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Michigan Residents Push for an Environmental Impact Statement Before Restarting the Palisades Nuclear Plant
An assessment found that reopening the plant would have “no significant impact” on the local environment, but locals want a more thorough review.
Southwest Detroit homes flooded, families displaced by water main rupture
A 54-inch water main rupture flooded streets and several hundred homes in Southwest Detroit, displacing families and causing significant damage to homes and infrastructure.
From Madigan’s Conviction to ComEd’s EV Rebate Program: How Illinois is Shaping Its Energy Future
More energy news as federal funding for climate science faces cuts under Trump, while Ohio wrestles with “a supply and demand imbalance” on the electric grid.
After water main break, officials say homes in Detroit’s Southwest will get repairs covered
Residents of Detroit’s Southwest neighborhood are facing flooded streets, basements and possibly lengthy stays in temporary shelters after a 54-inch water transmission main broke.
Veteran Great Lakes advocate cautions on prioritizing economic development over protecting the environment
Michigan advocate Laura Rubin reacts to the EPA’s five “pillars” plan that includes making the United States the “Artificial Intelligence Capital of the World.”
Points North: Back to the Boundary Waters
Erik Grams has been taking trips to the Boundary Waters in Minnesota for over 30 years. It’s his favorite place in the world. But last year, during a fishing trip, there was a fatal accident that left Erik wrestling with his feelings about the place he loved.
I Speak for the Fish: Hornyhead chubs are cooler than their name implies
Hornyhead chubs have an interesting reproductive strategy which includes constructing stone nests with the precision of seasoned bricklayers.
Saving mussels one dive at a time
We spent a day underwater to see how biological collection specialists are saving freshwater mussels one dive at a time.
What the recent tariff news means for the Great Lakes
How Trump’s trade policies might impact the automotive, energy and agricultural industries in the region.
Tackling environmental racism in Chemical Valley
After facing decades of pollution from industry in Sarnia, Ontario, Aamjiwnaang First Nation and the federal government are moving ahead with a plan to address the toxic legacy.
Toledo’s community art highlights importance of native plants for safe drinking water
“Telling this story through something visual that beautifies a community is a great way to educate Toledo residents and reconnect them to nature in the place they call home.”
The early elk hunt was tough last year. Hot weather is likely to blame.
The DNR said daily high temperatures during 2024’s early hunt were consistently above 70 degrees, which hampered hunting.
