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Feature HomepageLatest NewsMichiganNewsPolicyPolitics, Policy, Environmental JusticeThe StatesU.S. and Canadian Federal GovernmentsWisconsin
What does the Supreme Court’s wetland ruling mean for Michigan?
-Michigan’s wetlands may fare better than most because of strong state regulations, but lower federal protections still pose a risk.
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The Endangered Species Act turns 50: Congress is working to weaken it
-The U.S. Senate has approved three changes to remove protections from threatened and endangered wildlife.
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Great Lakes Take Global Stage
-The 2023 UN Water Conference highlights risks and opportunities for the Great Lakes region.
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Enbridge Line 5 tunnel project in Michigan delayed another 1.5 years
-Permitting delays have tacked on another year-and-a-half to the planned Line 5 tunnel project under the Straits of Mackinac.
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APFeature HomepageLake HuronLatest NewsNewsPolitics, Policy, Environmental JusticeU.S. and Canadian Federal Governments
1st missile strike at aerial object over Lake Huron missed
-The acknowledgment of the errant missile came amid questions about whether there was risk shooting down aerial objects that didn’t pose a threat.
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‘Unidentified object’ downed over Lake Huron, 3rd this week
-President Joe Biden ordered an “unidentified object” shot down with a missile by U.S. fighter jets over Lake Huron.
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New U.S. Climate Law Could Make Midwest Water Contamination Worse
-Billions in clean energy incentives rely on raw materials from polluting corn and livestock.
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Michigan Democrats aiming to erase business friendly environmental laws
-From polluter pay laws to plastic bag bans, Democrats and environmental advocates hope to reverse Republican-passed laws.
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APBudgetFeature HomepageIndustry, Energy, Economic DevelopmentInfrastructureLake HuronLake SuperiorLatest NewsMichiganNewsPolicyPolitics, Policy, Environmental JusticeProtectShipping and PortsSt. Mary's RiverU.S. and Canadian Federal GovernmentsWater Quality and Restoration Efforts
Biden’s signature advances major projects in water bill
-Biden signed a bill that directs the Army Corps of Engineers on infrastructure projects to protect against storms worsened by climate change.