Michigan State University’s environmental virology lab has been in a water surveillance partnership with Detroit and the Great Lakes Water Authority since 2017.
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Stellantis seeks state permit to increase Detroit emissions
The automotive manufacturer wants to increase particulate matter emissions by 33% at its Mack assembly complex on Detroit’s east side.
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Residents tackle flooding, climate with Detroit River watershed plan
The plan aims to create a ‘recipe book’ for actions that community members can use to improve the Detroit River watershed.
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How tornado sirens operate in Michigan, and other ways to stay on alert
A category EF-1 tornado ripped through Livonia Wednesday afternoon following severe winds and thunderstorms. The tornado was not detected on the National Weather Service’s radar and city officials were not able to activate a tornado siren in time.
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Audit finds mix of successes, problems with Great Lakes restoration grants
The Great Lakes Restoration Initiative has improved conditions in polluted lakes and rivers, but sometimes failed to deliver on environmental justice goals.
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Marathon wants permit to increase production in Southwest Detroit
The company seeks to operate at full capacity and implement voluntary pollution reduction changes.
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Wayne County ‘trying to show up’ for public health through air quality monitors
Officials hope air quality data will have implications for future enforcement and legislation.
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Invasive species an ongoing risk tied to Great Lakes maritime transport
Ballast water discharged into waterways at ports to provide stability for freighters comes with the potential for ushering in damaging invasive species. It’s unclear if guidelines created to reduce the risk will be effective.
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A Detroiter’s guide to planting a tree
What you need to know about choosing, planting and caring for a tree in southeast Michigan.
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Eastside Detroit residents call for solar streetlights, money to climate-proof aging homes
Residents call for solar streetlights, money to climate-proof aging homes and green infrastructure to abate flooding.