Citing “billions of dollars of losses” as climate change hits Michigan, Nessel on Thursday criticized fossil fuel companies for denying their own science that foretold the coming crisis.
See where Democrats, Republicans, the Joe Biden administration and Donald Trump stand on top issues including abortion, autos, the environment, health care, immigration, foreign policy and more.
Utility and local officials in Wexford County are celebrating the project as an alternative to burning wood and propane for heat, but environmental groups are criticizing the plan.
The federal farm bill has been the subject of contentious renegotiations. At stake are two important provisions that support a healthy climate and community.
In a letter to lawmakers, Gov. Gretchen Whitmer said she wants Congress and federal regulators to create ‘new paths’ for businesses impacted by the lack of snow this winter to get relief.
Environment reporter Kelly House will be joined by experts on March 28 for a virtual discussion on how climate change is impacting Michigan’s environment and culture.
Michigan in poised to save $10 million alone in road salt costs. It’s a similar story for county road crews, bucking a trend of increased use — and pollution — in lakes, rivers and groundwater.
The warm weather has caused mosquitoes to emerge a month earlier than they typically would in Michigan. And no, the early appearance doesn't mean fewer mosquitoes this summer.
Winter is changing in Michigan and may vanish in decades to come because of climate change. Bridge Michigan asked readers how they feel: Some see a wake-up call; others are relieved.
Lost winters like 2024 may soon be the norm. That threatens so much of what makes Michigan unique, from ice fishing and snowmobiling to cross-country skiing and just traipsing in the snow.
An endangered Great Lakes shorebird that has survived earlier threats to its habitat now faces new challenges. Report a banded plover and learn more at the Great Lakes Piping Plover website.
Michigan is tackling implementation of a law that gives the state final approval of large renewable projects, and they're hoping public input will guide the process.
Lake Erie is the first of the Great Lakes getting connected to the internet with a series of offshore 'smart' buoys. And it’s not just for sending texts on the water.
Of the 321 bills signed into law by Gov. Gretchen Whitmer in 2023, 142 will take effect Tuesday — including changes to abortion rights, pension taxes, energy policy and gun regulations.
The plant could be a key for Michigan to realize its transition away from fossil fuels, but environmental groups are upset by the governor’s proposal to double the state’s financial support for Palisades.
