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Posted inVoices

OPINION: Humans have a right to water, from Detroit to Palestine

by Erin Kanzig December 13, 2023January 19, 2024

At the same time the United States is funneling billions of dollars to secure our water future, we’re sending taxpayer dollars to Israel to destroy that same type of infrastructure in Gaza.

Posted inGuides

GUIDE: What Michiganders need to know about heat pumps

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt December 13, 2023August 6, 2024

Do heat pumps work in Michigan? Here are the answers to some common questions to help you decide if this technology is right for you.

Posted inCommunity

New tool could help Detroiters plant more trees

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt December 13, 2023January 20, 2024

American Forests tree equity analyzer quantifies the environmental and economic benefits of tree planting.

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How Planet Detroit will defend democracy in 2024: Our commitment to you

Avatar photo by Nina Misuraca Ignaczak December 12, 2023August 15, 2024

American democracy is facing a systemic crisis. Here’s how Planet Detroit is fighting back.

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Report for America adds Planet Detroit as local newsroom, opens applications for reporters

Avatar photo by Nina Misuraca Ignaczak December 7, 2023January 19, 2024

Planet Detroit seeks a reporter to serve Southwest Detroit.

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New EPA grants to fund air quality initiatives in Detroit

by Patrick Dunn December 6, 2023January 19, 2024

Grants will support air quality monitoring network, Gordie Howe International Bridge study.

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5 ways to have a greener Detroit holiday season

Avatar photo by Genevieve Fox December 6, 2023January 19, 2024

A planet-friendly guide to the holiday spirit.

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Republicans and Democrats want community solar. Why won’t Michigan legislators enable it?

Avatar photo by Brian Allnutt December 6, 2023January 20, 2024

Advocates say big utilities wield their influence in Lansing to maintain control over renewable energy.

climate change in transportation is illustrated by busy Detroit highways, including trucks
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These 10 numbers reveal Detroit’s invisible air pollution problem

Avatar photo by Koby Levin December 4, 2023January 19, 2024

Cardiovascular disease, cancer and dementia are linked to air pollution, which causes more than 700 premature deaths per year in Detroit.

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Will data improve air quality in Detroit? Not without community action, residents say

Avatar photo by Koby Levin December 4, 2023July 19, 2024

Air monitoring required by the Clean Air Act helped reduce pollution over decades. But data alone won’t ensure residents breathe healthy air.

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