The Van Buren Township Planning Commission could approve a preliminary site plan Wednesday for a 1-gigawatt data center planned for an area north of I-94, between Haggerty Road and I-275. The data center, dubbed “Project Cannoli,” has received significant pushback, with 1,400 people signing a petition that says the project could impact the power grid, […]
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Manhattan Project waste shipments to Wayne County landfill continue despite court order
Army Corps continues to send material from Ohio sites to Wayne Disposal, landfill employee testifies; Spokesperson for Wayne Disposal says it’s complying with injunction.
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‘Downblending’ under scrutiny in Wayne Disposal radioactive waste trial
Republic-owned Michigan Disposal is not mixing Manhattan Project-era waste with other material to lower radiation levels, but could do so, employee testifies.
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EPA eyes rollback of Biden’s environmental justice FOIA provision
The EPA’s proposal to revoke a Biden-era FOIA provision threatens transparency for communities facing high pollution, sparking concerns over environmental justice.
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Is Wayne County’s health at risk from radioactive waste?
Residents of western Wayne County face potential health risks as a bench trial examines the impact of radioactive waste shipments, with experts highlighting the need for effective shielding to mitigate exposure.
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A night of change: Detroit 2030 District’s annual kickoff party promises a greener future
The Detroit 2030 District’s annual Kickoff Party on February 26, 2026, will unite building professionals, sustainability advocates, and community leaders to champion strategies that cut carbon emissions in Detroit’s built environment.
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Nessel challenges DTE’s Saline data center contract
Nineteen Michigan communities consider moratoriums on data centers due to water usage and environmental impact. Plus, aging infrastructure strains detailed.
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Jim Dandy Ski Club brings Black winter recreationists together — and creates family along the way
In a celebration of community and resilience, the Jim Dandy Ski Club — the nation’s first Black ski club — hosted its annual “Blackout” event at Mt. Brighton, drawing over 100 members and visitors. This gathering not only highlights the club’s historic role in promoting Black participation in winter sports but also underscores the ongoing efforts to create inclusive spaces in traditionally exclusive activities.
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Planet Detroit expands team with two key hires to deepen environmental reporting and community impact
Planet Detroit is amplifying its community-centered environmental journalism by welcoming Ian Solomon and Ashley Woods Branch. Solomon, an advocate for outdoor access and environmental justice, joins as Outdoors Reporter. Woods Branch, focused on sustainable support for accountability journalism, steps in as Chief Officer of Partnerships and Revenue.
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Planet Detroit’s Ethan Bakuli selected for national science-health-environment fellowship
Planet Detroit’s Climate Solutions and Service Journalism Reporting Fellow Ethan Bakuli has been selected as one of six journalists for the 2026 National Science-Health-Environment Reporting Fellowships (SHERF) program, marking the latest recognition of his collaborative work at the intersection of climate, health, and environmental justice. The fellowship is a collaboration of the Association of Health […]