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Trees aren’t a climate change cure-all – 2 new studies on the life and death of trees in a warming world show why
From the Headlines – May 9-13, 2022
DTE shareholders reject proposal to track downstream natural gas emissions
From the Headlines- May 2 – 6
Make food, not waste: 30 Detroit food businesses to lead the U.S. in sustainability pledge
PLANTING TREES IN THE CLIMATE CHANGE ERA A Planet Detroit Guide
Planet Detroit wins 4 awards in SPJ program honoring the best local journalism
Planet Detroit welcomes Angela Lugo-Thomas + Jessica Soulliere
Metro Detroit energy activists push for legislation to hold utilities accountable during power outages
More beach, boat access planned from coastal grants
No, throwing trash out the window does not create jobs. A look at Detroit’s litter problem.
From the headlines— April 25 – 29
A vision for a better environmental movement
Businesses signal support of state’s climate goals
Achoo! 5 essential reads for pollen season
From the headlines- April 18 – 22
Hundreds of salamanders were getting crushed by cars — now Marquette cheers them on
From the headlines- April 11 -15
How to celebrate Earth Day in Metro Detroit—without the greenwashing
As utility-scale renewables expand, some Midwest farmers are pushing back
Electrifying homes to slow climate change: 4 essential reads
New case study, federal assistance boost ‘smart neighborhood’ concept in Highland Park
Locally sourced food businesses grapple with fish consumption advisory on PFAS-laden smelt
Revolutionary changes in transportation, from electric vehicles to ride sharing, could slow global warming – if they’re done right, IPCC says
These energy innovations could transform how we mitigate climate change, and save money in the process – 5 essential reads
DNR keeps people guessing on social media
From the Headlines- March 28 – April 1
Detroit River dock collapse fallout: City in court with property owner, storage company to cease operations
Study questions reporting, transparency in popular federal Great Lakes restoration program; Detroit River cleanup lags
Black neighborhoods will bear future flood burden
How fast can we stop Earth from warming
Michigan’s recycling rate lags U.S. average
Michigan wheat farmers can’t make up for crops lost in Ukraine
Would gas tax breaks make a big difference when prices are skyrocketing We asked 4 experts
SEC proposes far-reaching climate disclosure rules for companies – here’s where the rules may be vulnerable to legal challenges
‘A moral crisis’: Metro Detroit faith leaders call for end to water shutoffs, adoption of income-based rates
Experts weigh in on how to fix and pay for Detroit’s flooding problems
Environmental group pushes to ban controversial chemical
From the headlines – March 14-18, 2022
Lights Out: Profitable Utility Company Shut Off Electricity to Homes Hundreds of Thousands of Times
Planet Detroit welcomes journalism fellow Eleanore Catolico
Pollen season is getting longer and more intense with climate change – here’s what allergy sufferers can expect in the future
From the Headlines— March 7 – 11, 2022
Asthma makes more Detroiters sick than anywhere else in Michigan – and it’s getting worse
Great Lakes platform helps connect green investors with regional projects
From the headlines— February 28 – March 4, 2022
Maple syrup farmers grow hopeful with ideal weather
Ethnic slur prompts moth name change
Water shortages elsewhere threaten Great Lakes, author says
OPINION: We need to investigate the links between air quality and lung disease in Wayne County
Detroit farming organizations receive multi-year support to teach Detroit youth and families how to grow their own food
Transformational change is coming to how people live on Earth, UN climate adaptation report warns: Which path will humanity choose
From the headlines— February 21-25, 2022
How can Detroit’s community gardeners avoid losing their investment in land they don’t own
Biden funding infusion launches decades overdue clean up of toxic Detroit River
Auburn Hills votes to opt out of SMART bus service
Projects aim to stop flooding of homes, businesses
From the headlines— February 14-18, 2022
Community fridges gain foothold in Michigan
Detroiters try ice climbing at Pictured Rocks during Michigan Ice Fest
OPINION: Reducing food waste feeds a healthy climate
Public Service commissioner talks alternative energy, vulnerable communities
Metro Detroit aquarium an ark for Florida corals
Want to catch fish on Lake St. Clair Head to Canada, study says
OPINION: Whitmer should consider E-bike incentives to achieve Michigan climate goals equitably
Is ‘renewable natural gas’ a real option to power Michigan Consultant with ties to DTE and Consumers hired by regulators to help decide
From the Headlines — January 31 – February 4, 2022
Why Detroit needs a plan for tree equity
Cleveland’s reforesting efforts take root in once-redlined neighborhoods
Camden, Newark, Baltimore lead in building equitable access to urban tree canopy
From the Headlines — January 24 – 28, 2022
OPINION: Can a carbon tax support environmental justice
From the Headlines — January 17 – 21, 2022
Michigan families navigate scarce resources when seeking help for lead-poisoned kids
From the Headlines – January 10-14, 2022
Center combines Indigenous, Western knowledge to fight climate change
2021: A Year in Review
From the headlines – December 6-10, 2021
Climate resilience hubs find a foothold on Detroit’s East Side by helping residents face disasters
OPINION: All Michigan children should be tested for lead at one and two years of age
Sweeping set of bills tackling child lead exposure discussed in Michigan House
From the Headlines – November 29-December 2, 2021
Michigan’s rules for testing lead in drinking water may give ‘false sense of confidence’ in water quality