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Beth Weiler/Michigan PublicMichigan’s recycling rate has been historically low in the Great Lakes region and is low compared to national averages. Despite that, the rate has been increasing. Industry leaders say tariffs might hurt their bottom line and decrease demand for recycled goods during a potential recession. -
The USDA is opening up millions of acres of national forests for timber production. That includes the three national forests in Michigan.
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Today, the spat over solar development on state lands. Also, a blast from the past: the celebrated 70s Ann Arbor art collective, La Raza. And, what an AI future may mean for demand on Michigan’s water supply. -
The official numbers are in: 2024 is the hottest year on record. Climate change is the main culprit. But there might be something else going on, too. -
Environmental groups criticized lawmakers who called for mass firings at the Department of Natural Resources for its intent to lease public land in Otsego County to build a solar energy project. -
The U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development announced the allocation of nearly $12 billion in disaster recovery funds for communities across 24 states. -
According to the Annual Report of the Great Lakes Regional Water Use Database, 35.4 billion gallons of water per day were withdrawn from the Great Lakes basin in 2023. -
State officials are seeking public comment on an air use permit for a proposed salt and potash mine in Osceola County. -
Consumers says that, working with the Canadian company Ashcor Technologies, its coal ash will be transformed into something that could benefit the environment instead. -
Today, we talk to geologists about whether rock formations could keep excess carbon out of the atmosphere. Then, we revisit a conversation with creators of a podcast about the disappearance of Anita Wiley. Later, we travel to a colorful backyard also known as Hamtramck Disneyland. -
Solar projects that are smaller and locally owned get support from all kinds of Michiganders … from cities, the countryside, liberals and conservatives. So, why aren’t there more community solar projects here? -
After initially inquiring about building part of a solar energy project on state land, RWE Clean Energy has instead partnered with the owners of adjacent private property.
