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Has the heat pump’s era arrived? What Michiganders need to know.

By Britny Cordera ● Guides ● March 23, 2023 March 23, 2023

A Planet Detroit Climate Guide | Residential heat pumps were something out of a science fiction novel for decades, especially in colder climates. But technology has advanced. Here’s what you need to know.

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Why an Alaskan oil project sparked national outrage

By Brian Allnutt ● Guides ● March 13, 2023 March 13, 2023

Juan Jhong Chung, climate justice director for the Michigan Environmental Justice Coalition, told Planet Detroit that his organization was keeping an eye on the issue because it could signal the administration’s priorities on climate action and environmental justice.

What to watch: Weird winter waterfowl on Belle Isle

By Rob Streit ● Community ● March 9, 2023 March 9, 2023

Belle Isle is a birding hotspot year-round, but in the cold months, it offers up the chance to see some out-of-towners from up north. Notes and tips from a local birder.

DTE’s new Time of Day rate will be here in March. Here’s what you need to know.

By Nina Ignaczak ● Guides ● January 31, 2023 February 22, 2023

Cheap sewer pipe repairs can push toxic fumes into homes and schools – here’s how to lower the risk

By The Conversation ● Guides ● January 25, 2023 February 22, 2023

Why gas stoves matter to the climate – and the gas industry: Keeping them means homes will use gas for heating too

By The Conversation ● Guides ● January 18, 2023 February 22, 2023

Are gas stoves bad for your health? Here’s why the federal government is considering new safety regulations

By The Conversation ● Guides ● January 11, 2023 February 22, 2023

Planet Detroit’s 2022 Guide to Gifting Sustainably

By Angela Lugo-Thomas ● Guides ● November 28, 2022 February 22, 2023

How will the Inflation Reduction Act impact Michiganders?

By Tom Perkins ● Guides ● November 1, 2022 February 22, 2023

AN ENVIRONMENTAL VOTER’S GUIDE TO THE MIDTERMS

By Brian Allnutt ● Guides ● October 21, 2022 March 13, 2023

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