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$300 million fund for Great Lakes faces key vote
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Today, environmental advocates will be watching closely as a Congressional spending committee considers a $300 million restoration program for the Great Lakes.
Energy
Panel Discussion: What’s Next for Line 5?
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Environmentalists say the Line 5 oil pipeline under the Straits of Mackinac poses a risk to the Great Lakes, and the state is looking into it. Michigan recently received a list of potential replacements for the 64-year-old pipeline.
Energy
Report lists alternatives to controversial oil pipeline beneath Mackinac Bridge
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One option has caught the interest of Michigan’s attorney general. But environmental groups aren’t pleased with any of them.
environmental politics
New Great Lakes research collaborative eyes funding threats
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The Cooperative Institute for Great Lakes Research will coordinate efforts by federal, international and regional agencies; nine universities and advocacy and policy organizations.
Echo
Marches in 92 Great Lakes cities will celebrate science April 22
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Satellite marches in support of the Washington, D.C., march will take place around the globe.
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Budget proposal threatens coastal improvement program
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The program supporting shoreline improvements is supported in part by a federal agency facing a proposed 17 percent cut.
Land
Public unhappy with Porcupine Mountains mining
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Highland Copper’s exploratory drilling in the Upper Peninsula has angered many Michiganders.
Echo
“Land Grab” documentary follows story of controversial blight removal in Detroit
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“Land Grab” is the story of John Hantz’s plan to purchase and renovate 10,000 acres in Detroit.
environmental politics
Great Lakes businesses join forces against oil pipeline
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The collection of businesses see Enbridge Line 5 as a threat to the economy and the environment.
environmental politics
Improving Soo Locks top priority for state legislators
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The Soo Locks are essential to the Great Lakes and the United States economy, and they desperately need to be upgraded.