PFAS are everywhere, from the water we drink to the air we breathe, consumer products we use and the fish in our waterways.
Nina Ignaczak, Planet Detroit
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Environment
Wayne County launches 100 air quality monitors across 43 communities
The monitors will provide residents with real-time information about the quality of the air they breathe, officials say.
Posted inCivic and Community Information, Environment
Composting, water access and backyard chickens: Detroit’s urban farming evolution
The city’s first urban agriculture director, Tepfirah Rushdan, aims to help gardeners access land and water while making urban farming a seamless part of the city’s policy.
Posted inArts & Culture, Civic and Community Information
Detroit filmmakers tackle Black family’s medical mistrust across generations
The narrative film explores the roots of vaccine skepticism, weaving a tale of trust and trauma through a family history.
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Runny eyes, dry throats: Detroiters want compensation for Stellantis pollution
The state is taking action against the company for excess air pollution emissions.
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Detroit unveils new climate strategy, energy and water policy
Detroit joins a handful of cities with ordinances requiring large building owners to track and report their energy and water usage.
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Duggan shortlists nine neighborhoods to host city-owned solar farms
Some residents hope the program would cut down on blight and illegal dumping; others voice skepticism.
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Detroit Audubon rebrands to overcome controversial legacy
Three formerly named Audubon chapters in Detroit, Chicago, and Madison rebrand to foster inclusivity and collaboration.
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More Detroit toddlers to receive lead testing under new legislation
Detroit kids test positive for lead at triple the state’s rate, but few get tested. A new universal testing law means more exposed kids may get help.
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State regulators approve settlement in DTE’s energy plan. What it means
The deal includes assistance for bills, energy efficiency and renewables for low-income households, but leaves questions open on outage compensation, community solar and affordability, advocates say.