Porter is chief operating officer for the Great Lakes Water Authority. She’s focused on helping advance Black women in STEM.
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OPINION: Bird flu offers a wake-up call for Michigan agriculture
Michigan’s fourth confirmed H5N1 bird flu case in a farm worker is prompting measures to overhaul farming.
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DTE’s Norcia tells shareholders data center bills have Governor’s support
Controversial data center bills could doom Michigan’s climate goals but be a boon for DTE shareholders.
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GUEST COLUMN: Michigan’s new lead rule for drinking water is six years old. How are we doing?
Michigan has enacted the toughest regulations to curb lead in drinking water, mandating the replacement of all lead service lines by 2041, enhanced water testing, and stricter lead limits to mitigate lead exposure in Michigan water.
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What we’re reading: The Detroit Riverfront Conservancy scandal, plus a solar future in flux
The lawsuit alleges extravagant purchases with conservancy funds and a 12-year conspiracy involving former CFO William Smith, his family and the best man at his wedding.
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Detroit Islamic center offers free mental health services to anyone in need
Mental healthcare carries a stigma in the Muslim American community. This program aims to provide services to those in need.
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High E. coli levels at Belle Isle Beach reveal weaknesses in state’s testing program
Communication and delayed testing results kept Belle Isle Beach open despite high E. coli levels.
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Metro Detroiters open up about the emotional impacts of DTE Energy power shut-offs
Detroit residents gather for a “collective imagining” of what community-owned power could look like.
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How do the recycling programs in Michigan stack up? We asked a state expert.
For a broader perspective on how Michigan recycling systems compare with national statistics, we contacted a market development recycling specialist.
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‘Green burials’ grow in popularity as alternatives to traditional funerals
For those looking to reduce their carbon footprints even in death, green options, though still relatively rare, are available in Michigan.