Air
Great Lakes states join emissions lawsuit
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Challengers say Trump air rules usurp state authority to address climate change.
Energy
Poll: Most Ohio voters support renewable energy development
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A new George Mason University poll shows that most voters in Ohio support renewable energy development.
Catch of the Day
Trash to treasure: College students want to recycle plastic into snorkels
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A group of Michigan State University graduates and students want to recycle plastic collected from lakes and oceans into snorkels, swimwear and other clothing.
Echo
Which of the Great Lakes states is the happiest?
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Access and proximity to nature contribute to overall happiness, said psychology professor Mahima Saxena.
Catch of the Day
Michigan lawmakers update old adage
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By Eric Freedman
An old philosophical question asks, “If a tree falls in a forest and no one is around to hear it, does it make a sound?” But a more practical question today might be: “If your neighbor’s tree falls on your roof, who is responsible for the damage?”
A new House bill tries to answer that question. It would make the owner of the property where the tree was growing responsible for any damage “caused by any part of the tree falling on the adjacent property, regardless of whether the tree falling was an act of God,” such as heavy winds or lightning. “Currently, if a neighbor’s tree falls in your yard and smashes your fence, you as an innocent homeowner are liable, and this isn’t right,” said Rep. Ryan Berman, R-Commerce Township, the lead sponsor of the proposal. That may mean the innocent neighbor’s homeowner’s insurance policy may cover the damage, but a claim could lead to higher insurance premiums, he said.
Catch of the Day
U.S., Canadian officials seek input on water quality progress
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It’s part of a review by the International Joint Commission.
Catch of the Day
Great Lakes denizen gets nationwide attention
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Cleaner water, fishing limits, stocking programs are credited with beginnings of a recovery.
Recreation
Paddleboarders finish Lake Erie transit
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Four hours after the group landed in Sandusky, they had raised $14,425 for the Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research at University of Michigan.
Catch of the Day
Echo reporters win Michigan Outdoor Writers Association scholarships
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Angela Mulka and Andrew Blok recently each received a $1,200 scholarship and a two-year, non-voting membership in the organization.
Echo
Lake Erie paddleboarders leave as scheduled
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Three paddleboarders set out this morning as scheduled on an 80-mile trip across Lake Erie to raise money for Great Lakes research.