The Great Lakes Commission has a plan to guide the states and provinces surrounding the Great Lakes toward protecting their communities from the climate-change damage.
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Michigan winters are super cloudy and getting worse. Here’s how to deal.
Blame the Great Lakes and climate change for Michigan’s dreary winters.
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PFAS News Roundup: ‘Forever chemicals’ in Lake Michigan
Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with PFAS in this biweekly headline roundup.
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PFAS News Roundup: New requirements taking effect in 2023 to protect consumers from ‘forever chemicals’
Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with PFAS in this biweekly headline roundup.
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I Speak for the Fish: And the survey says…
Doom and gloom coverage of the Great Lakes’ underwater realm has unfairly skewed the public’s perception.
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Energy News Roundup: Community programs to provide solar for low-income residents in Illinois, Ohio
Catch the latest in Great Lakes energy news in Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
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‘Circular economy’ programs aim to reduce waste and build jobs
Programs find new life for items including rejected carrots, NFL banners, and discarded clothing.
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Join Bridge, Circle of Blue to discuss Michigan lawmakers’ water priorities
On Jan. 25, Bridge Michigan environment reporter Kelly House will moderate a Zoom discussion about the priorities for water in the 2023 Michigan Legislature.
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These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
Food waste is a leading contributor of greenhouse gases. These Detroit restaurants are finding creative – and tasty – ways to reduce their contribution.
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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.
