In other news, Detroit City Councilwoman Mary Waters calls for an investigation into a fire at an east side oil recycling facility.
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University of Michigan’s ‘big bad data center’ faces opposition from top Ypsilanti Township official
Supervisor Brenda Stumbo says University of Michigan misled her about the size of the project and voiced concerns about noise, vibration, and possible environmental impacts.
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Michigan air quality alert issued for July 4
As fireworks light up the sky this July 4, Michigan’s Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy warns of unhealthy air conditions impacting Metro Detroit and Lake Michigan shoreline communities. With pollution levels rising, sensitive groups, including children and older adults, face heightened risks.
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GLWA work creates confusion over discolored Detroit drinking water
Detroiters on the lower east side and downtown experienced temporary water discoloration due to valve operations at the Water Works Park treatment plant. While the water remained safe to drink, not all residents in the affected area of the city were notified.
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GLWA raises $280 million for water, sewer projects with bond sale
Fitch Ratings upgrades the Great Lakes Water Authority’s sewer bonds alongside new bond deal.
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Republican budget bill advances, slashes EV tax credits
Republicans in the Senate passed a bill that eliminates a tax on solar and wind projects but phases out renewable energy tax credits, a move that could spike utility bills and threaten hundreds of clean energy initiatives.
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Is Enbridge Line 5 shutdown effort a state or federal fight? Supreme Court to decide
Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel argues her lawsuit against Enbridge belongs in a state courtroom.
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DTE, Consumers political contributions in crosshairs of Michigan ballot drive
Organizers say ballot measure is needed to break DTE, Consumers’ influence and improve reliability and affordability for Michigan ratepayers.
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Michigan climate work finds new life after Trump cuts with state support
Michigan’s decision to repurpose American Recovery and Reinvestment Act funding empowers the MI Healthy Climate Fellows to continue their work after Trump administration slashes $400 million from AmeriCorps.
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Belleville hazardous waste expansion proposal met with safety concerns: ‘350,000 residents within 10-mile radius’
Wayne Disposal makes headlines for bringing in Manhattan Project nuclear waste, raising concerns about impacts to waterways and public health.