More PFAS news with Illinois looking to pass more legislation protecting firefighters from astronomical cancer rates, and conflict continues in Wisconsin over cleanup.
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Trump threatens Great Lakes agreements between U.S. and Canada
The Great Lakes Compact, along with other binational agreements that protect the lakes, are at risk as Trump expands pressure on Canada beyond tariffs.
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Ann Arbor’s sustainable energy utility aims to build the electric power grid of the future − alongside the old one
With the Trump administration prioritizing fossil fuels, cities and states will have to lead the way on clean energy.
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National parks see a record number of visitors, including in Wisconsin
Growing demand at parks comes as Trump administration looks to cut staff to manage them.
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Stunning new research reveals the Great Lakes pre-date North America
Research unveils a new theory about the origin of the Great Lakes, challenging what we know about their age and formation.
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What a recent Supreme Court ruling could mean for the future of the Clean Water Act
In a narrow 5-4 decision, the Supreme Court ruled to limit the EPA’s authority to issue broad water pollution permits under the Clean Water Act.
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Michigan lawmakers consider more subsidies, incentives for nuclear power
Bipartisan lawmakers want to incentivize nuclear energy research and development, arguing investments would make the state “ground zero” for the industry’s growth.
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Ian Outside: A Detroiter’s journey to Calumet for CopperDog
Ian Solomon travels to the north woods and experiences the charm of community events that embrace the winter season.
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How Trump’s trade war could impact US electricity prices — and state climate plans
Northern states are depending on imported Canadian hydropower to clean up their grids. What happens now?
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Oil and gas projects fast-tracked, while Minnesota Power plans to quit fossil fuels
More energy news with Amazon requesting diesel generators for its Minnesota data center and updates on Michigan’s Palisades nuclear power plant.
