Grants Support Farmers in Protecting Lake Erie Water Quality
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced $3.7 million in grants to four organizations in Michigan and Ohio to support farmers in reducing nutrient runoff in the Western Lake Erie […]
Farming and Climate Change Fuel Harmful Algal Blooms
Federal scientists have forecasted a mild to moderate harmful algal bloom (HAB) season for Lake Erie in 2025. However, experts caution that even moderate blooms, like the one that contaminated […]
Impact of Septic Systems on Michigan’s Water
Michigan is the only U.S. state without a statewide septic code. With nearly 1.5 million homes relying on septic systems, poor maintenance and outdated regulations pose serious environmental and public […]
MiCorps Volunteer Lake Monitor Training
Michigan residents can sign up for volunteer lake monitor training through the Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps). MiCorps, a statewide network focused on water quality, has been running its Cooperative […]
Nitrate Pollution in Your Drinking Water
Nitrate pollution, largely caused by human activities like industrial agriculture, is contaminating drinking water sources. Nitrates are nutrients that are essential for plant growth, but they act as a pollutant […]
Governor Whitmer’s Budget Proposal Prioritizes Michigan’s Environment
Governor Whitmer’s proposed Fiscal Year 2026 budget focuses on enhancing Michigan’s water, energy, and environmental infrastructure, alongside improving government transparency. Key highlights of the budget include: Clean Water and Infrastructure: […]
Geese Populations Impact Michigan Water Quality
Canada geese populations in Michigan have increased significantly after being nearly extinct in the mid-20th century. The state now has around 280,000 geese. While they were once migratory, climate change […]