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4 things to know about a youth-led court case against Ontario’s climate plans
- by The Narwhal

Ontario’s highest court says seven youth have a right to challenge the province in cutting its emissions targets.

Trump Wins, Planet Loses
- by Grist

With control of the White House and the Senate, Republicans are poised to upend U.S. climate policy.

Public hearing draws on big questions about Upper Peninsula copper mining
- by Interlochen Public Radio

In Gogebic County, on the western end of Michigan’s Upper Peninsula, towering old-growth evergreens carpet the landscape as it rolls down toward the deep blue of Lake Superior.

The race for clean energy is local
- by Grist

A couple hundred overlooked public officials control the U.S. power grid — and some of them are on your ballots.

Students at Michigan State and Wisconsin win EPA funding for environmental health innovations
- by Great Lakes Echo

Students from Michigan State University and the University of Wisconsin are among the winners of a contest for innovations in sustainability.

Wisconsin communities receive $273M for drinking water projects
- by Wisconsin Public Radio

State awards financial aid to 86 communities for projects to address lead pipes, PFAS contamination.

Great Lakes Moment: Sacred Grounds
- by John Hartig

Restoring habitats and supporting green infrastructure with houses of worship in Detroit.

Waves of Change: Meet Maji ya Chai Land Sanctuary founder Rebeka Ndosi
- by Great Lakes Now

Rebeka Ndosi — founder of Maji ya Chai Land Sanctuary — is a healer, teacher, public speaker and community coach.

Competing Visions for U.S. Auto Industry Clash in Presidential Election, With the EV Future Pressing at the Border
- by Inside Climate News

“The outcome of the election can have a very significant impact on the potential growth rate of EVs in the U.S. market.”

Up to 3.2M in Michigan may be getting water from PFAS-tainted aquifers
- by Bridge Michigan

With lots of domestic well users and plenty of polluting industries, Michiganders are among the nation’s most likely to have ‘forever chemicals’ in their well water, according to a landmark federal study.

Ohio environmental advocates weigh in on 2024 presidential candidates’ stance on climate change
- by Ideastream Public Media

Advocates say Democrats and Republicans are leagues apart on climate change, so when looking for a climate-minded candidate, it’s best to turn to past actions and statements.

Carp Catch-22: Could improvements in Chicago waterways invite unwelcome guests?
- by WBEZ

New research suggests pollution from Chicago-area waterways might be creating an invisible barrier, deterring migration. But for how long?

 

The Great Lakes Now monthly television program is produced by Detroit PBS in partnership with a network of PBS affiliates around the region. Shooting on location in eight states and Canada, the magazine-style show brings viewers stories about the recreational, economic, scientific, political and environmental issues related to the Great Lakes and drinking water.

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