2023 marks hottest summer in over 2,000 years in Northern Hemisphere, study finds
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
A recent study published in the journal Nature reveals alarming findings about the summer of 2023, asserting it as the hottest in the Northern Hemisphere in over 2,000 years.
USDA updates its 2024 Plant Hardiness Map: Find out what planting zone you live in
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
The updated map offers gardeners, based on where they live, guidance on the best practices to help their plants grow and survive.
Unlicensed Michigan RV park owner accused of discharging raw sewage into groundwater
The owner of an unlicensed mid-Michigan RV park is accused of violating environmental laws and jeopardizing water quality by discharging raw sewage into groundwater. He was previously issued a cease and desist from EGLE.
The owner of an unlicensed mid-Michigan RV park is accused of violating environmental laws and jeopardizing water quality by discharging raw sewage into groundwater. He was previously issued a cease and desist from EGLE.
World's largest plant to extract CO2 and turn it to stone opens in Iceland
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
The world's largest carbon capture facility, Mammoth, has begun operations in Iceland, using direct air capture technology to extract CO2 from the atmosphere and convert it into stone.
Fighting for air: Activists demand change outside steel plant at Detroit-Dearborn border
“I developed asthma in 2018. I had no issues breathing whatsoever until I moved to Southwest Detroit," said Darren Riley.
“I developed asthma in 2018. I had no issues breathing whatsoever until I moved to Southwest Detroit," said Darren Riley.
Lake Erie algal bloom could be worst in years, latest forecasts say
If rainfall continues at an above-average rate in May and June, the size of the bloom could reach a level not seen since 2019.
If rainfall continues at an above-average rate in May and June, the size of the bloom could reach a level not seen since 2019.
Wayne County air monitors installed to collect data, inform citizens about poor quality
The data from the monitors will help people better track the air quality in their area. But it will also inform long-term fixes to bad air in Wayne County.
The data from the monitors will help people better track the air quality in their area. But it will also inform long-term fixes to bad air in Wayne County.
Saugatuck Brewing using beer to raise money for fish, wildlife habitat restoration
Saugatuck Brewing Co. is using one of its popular beers, Rainbow Rodeo IPA, to help Michigan's environment.
Saugatuck Brewing Co. is using one of its popular beers, Rainbow Rodeo IPA, to help Michigan's environment.
Invasive algae 'rock snot' found in Michigan stream used for fishing trout
Left unmanaged, the algae can thrive in pristine rivers, creating a dense mat that deprives water habitats of important nutrients.
Left unmanaged, the algae can thrive in pristine rivers, creating a dense mat that deprives water habitats of important nutrients.
Wetland restoration in Southeast Michigan reconnects habitat to Lake Erie
The work was finished just in time for spring, completing a birder's paradise as migratory season kicks into gear.
The work was finished just in time for spring, completing a birder's paradise as migratory season kicks into gear.
Isle Royale wolf numbers stable, moose population declining
Moose numbers are down 14% from last year and 60% since 2019, when the population peaked at over 2,000 animals.
Moose numbers are down 14% from last year and 60% since 2019, when the population peaked at over 2,000 animals.
Michigan lawmakers want to regulate PFAS by limiting manufacturers' use
PFAS chemicals are widely used because of their resistance to water and oil - but once they enter the environment, they don't go away. They're now associated with cancer and birth defects.
PFAS chemicals are widely used because of their resistance to water and oil - but once they enter the environment, they don't go away. They're now associated with cancer and birth defects.
New report ranks the most polluted places in the U.S.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
The American Lung Association says 131.2 million people – that’s 39% of Americans – live in communities with failing grades for levels of pollution. Here's a map of the best and worst.
Port authority in Detroit presents roadmap to decarbonizing operations
On this Earth Day, environmental activists and those aiming to for cleaner air in Detroit unveiled a plan to make the shipping industry around the city cleaner for all.
On this Earth Day, environmental activists and those aiming to for cleaner air in Detroit unveiled a plan to make the shipping industry around the city cleaner for all.
Feds: Lake sturgeon don't need Endangered Species Act protections
The feds' decision means the popular sturgeon harvesting seasons that take place in Michigan can continue.
The feds' decision means the popular sturgeon harvesting seasons that take place in Michigan can continue.
Celebrate Earth Day: Easy ways you can help preserve our planet
Helping to preserving our home is easier than you think. Here are some tips to help you honor Mother Earth on Earth Day and beyond.
Helping to preserving our home is easier than you think. Here are some tips to help you honor Mother Earth on Earth Day and beyond.
Starbucks says new cold drink cups are made with less plastic
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Starbucks said the move underscores its commitment to halving its waste, water and carbon footprints by 2030.
Dequindre Cut clean-up happening this Earth Day
The Detroit Greenway and riverfront continues to grow and more improvements are expected this year. But clean-ups of the current segments are still needed.
The Detroit Greenway and riverfront continues to grow and more improvements are expected this year. But clean-ups of the current segments are still needed.
Here are the 20 worst US cities for seasonal allergies – and some of the best
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Suffer from seasonal allergies? The most challenging U.S. cities for living with allergies in 2024 were revealed the Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America's annual report.
Help monitor Michigan lake water quality during your summer trips
Take some time during your summer trips to help monitor the quality of Michigan's lakes. Volunteers are needed for the MiCorps Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program.
Take some time during your summer trips to help monitor the quality of Michigan's lakes. Volunteers are needed for the MiCorps Cooperative Lakes Monitoring Program.