Water
Michigan agency plans wetlands to combat algal blooms
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Algal blooms are wreaking havoc in Lake Erie, but the Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has a plan: Wetlands.
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Legislative fixes to Michigan’s drain code stir controversy
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A proposed plan to revamp how Michigan manages water problems would give drain commissioners authority across county lines.
Recreation
National Park Foundation boosts North Country Trail hikers, Minnesota students
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The National Park Foundation has given $1.7 million to 41 nonprofits across the country, including in the Great Lake Basin states, to help parks meet their current needs and become stronger and more resilient in the future.
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Minnow researcher uses You Tube, children’s literature to connect people with at-risk species
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A University of Windsor doctoral student studying conservation has a knack for science communication – and is using it to bring attention and support to at-risk species.
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Cottage food producers want income cap raised
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Cottage food producers in Michigan are asking for more leeway in the laws to do business. Proposed legislation would raise the $25,000 cap on gross annual income, allow third-party delivery systems and change the requirement that home addresses be placed on each label.
Wildlife
Smuggler who snuggled up with pythons faces federal charge
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A federal grand jury has accused a man of smuggling three Burmese pythons from Canada into the United States. The man faces up to 20 years in prison and a maximum $250,000 fine if convicted.
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University researchers rescue mussels from dams
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Lake Superior State University is surveying river habitats to learn how to rescue native mussels threatened by hydropower dams. The project is funded by We Energies which put money into a mitigation fund as part of a settlement agreement.
Climate
Michigan carbon offsets: Success or scam?
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To help reach net zero carbon emissions by 2050, Michigan officials have created a 100,000 acre project in the Pigeon River Country State Forest that will sell carbon credits to businesses interested in offsetting emissions.
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A soil breakthrough plants hope in city rooftops
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Researchers at University of Toronto have discovered a new way to boost plant growth in rooftop gardens using granulated biochar.
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Study nudges college students to eat more fruits, veggies
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Underconsumption of fruits and vegetables is a universal problem. However, a study from the University of Guelph in Ontario introduces a new technique called “nudging” to increase fruit and vegetable consumption in its students.