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Commentary

Urban advocates make impact out of the spotlight

By Gary Wilson | December 28, 2016

These urban advocates are among the many people who toil quietly on behalf of the environment of the Great Lakes region.

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Winter brings new opportunities for recreation in Michigan

By Becky Wildt | December 22, 2016

Animal body language, team building and water conservation are among the subjects examined by winter explorers.

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Wash, rinse, pollute, repeat

By Chloe Kiple | December 21, 2016

Parts of our clothing ends up in the bellies of fish because of our laundering habits.

Great Lakes shipping

New Soo Lock could prevent trillion-dollar crisis

By Karen Hopper Usher | December 20, 2016

President-elect Donald Trump’s call for infrastructure investment could give revamping of critical maritime link a boost.

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Oil drilling permits issued in Michigan hit 89-year low

By Sam Corden | December 16, 2016

Low prices mean drillers don’t have the cash to develop new wells.

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Cleaner water prompts environmental conflict

By Brooke Peloquin | December 15, 2016

A resurgence of wild rice in popular lakes near Toronto has sparked debate over conflicting recreational and cultural values.

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Great Lakes invasive species documentary airs on public television

By Karen Hopper Usher | December 14, 2016

A new documentary about invasive species in the Great Lakes was a labor of love for a husband-and-wife team.

Energy

New wind generators a no-go in the U.P.

By Natasha Blakely | December 14, 2016

Heritage Sustainable Energy’s missing paperwork gave Schoolcraft County a reason to reject a new wind farm.

Land

Michigan grants protect 400 acres for recreational use

By Sam Corden | December 13, 2016

The Natural Resources Trust Fund helps pay for some of the largest conservation efforts in the state.

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Great lakes greatly stressed

By Eric Freedman | December 12, 2016

The East African and North American Great Lakes face remarkably similar challenges.

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  • Michigan Press Association honors Echo reporters

    Ten Great Lakes Echo reporters recently scored honors in the 2023 Michigan Press Association’s College Better Newspaper Contest.  “Our bench is deep, but it has to be to cover the world’s most important beat,” said Echo Editor David Poulson

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Commentary

  • GUEST COMMENTARY: Speak up to stop the spotted lanternfly and other invaders

    By David Strayer If you’ve driven Michigan’s highways lately, you’ve probably seen the billboards: a big picture of a lanternfly, with the message, “See it. Squish it. Report it.” This is good advice, as far as it goes, but it should go further. The spotted lanternfly is a serious pest that is poised to cause […]

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Podcasts

  • Four electric buses will hit University of Michigan’s campus next summer

    Power is supplied to the electric motor very quickly which gives the electric bus high performance and rapid acceleration.

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Climate Stories

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Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
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Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
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These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
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How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
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COVID-19

  • Communities welcome return of winter festivals

    By Sammy Schuck Most people may know that festivals attract people to Michigan communities. What most may not know is that festivals and events in the state are an annual $1 billion industry, according to Michigan Festivals and Events Association CEO Mike Szukhent. According to Szukhent, the lack of winter festivals last year “hit hard.” […]

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