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These stories are about traditional and alternative energy sources and challenges.
Last week, as much as 1,600 gallons of oil spilled into Lake Michigan from the BP refinery in Whiting, Indiana, 20 miles from Chicago. After a week-long cleanup, authorities say they have found no further trace of spilled oil in the area. However, the political ramifications of the spill are likely to remain long after this incident.
Mr. Great Lakes, April 4th, 2014 by Great Lakes Echo
This week, Kart discusses two events for Earth Day and DTE Energy’s SolarCurrents program. Text at Mr. Great Lakes
Mr. Great Lakes (Jeff Kart) reports from Bay City, Michigan’s Delta College Q-90.1 FM. This week, Kart discusses the attitudes on energy costs, spring migration and an added rule to the Clean Water Act. Text at Mr. Great Lakes
Emergency responders are readying for Lake Superior oil shipping proposals.
At the beginning of this year, Ontario – Canada’s most populous province – became the first jurisdiction in North America to ban coal-fired energy production, shutting down all such plants in the province.
Mr. Great Lakes (Jeff Kart) reports from Bay City, Michigan’s Delta College Q-90.1 FM. March 14, 2014 – Mr. Great Lakes by jeffkart
This week, Kart discusses clean-up efforts on the Kawkawlin River, solar energy and a new state sewer maintenance program. Text at Mr. Great Lakes
By Evan KreagerGreat Lakes Echo
Take a look at this map. Cover the title, key and footer. It looks as if someone had a blank map of Michigan and began splattering paint across it. It’s like a work of art. But when the title of the map is revealed, it becomes obvious that all those pretty colors are actually different types of wells strewn across Michigan’s mitten.
Environmental groups have won what they call a victory for birds with the suspension of a plan to build a wind turbine in Ohio.
In an effort to increase the U.S.’s renewable energy portfolio, the wind industry has grown tremendously. Michigan is now home to just under 700 turbines, but not everyone is happy about the growing wind farm industry.
A new conservative group is hoping to open up the conversation about renewable energy. The Michigan Conservative Energy Forum is working to increase the state’s investment in energy efficiency and renewable energy programs.