The Michigan Coastal Management Program (MCMP) is committed to offering technical and financial assistance to coastal communities interested in enhancing their resilience to coastal hazards. To enhance community resilience, the MCMP has created the Pathway to Resilience which outlines a stepwise approach for preparing for coastal changes through scenario-based planning and policies; increasing knowledge of […]

EGLE invites the public to attend a virtual public information session to ask questions and learn information about the EGLE application submitted by Enbridge Energy to fill and construct in wetlands and place a water intake structure in Lake Michigan to facilitate the construction of the Line 5 Tunnel Project. This is an informational session […]

Enbridge Energy has applied to EGLE for a permit under the authority of Part 303, Wetlands Protection and Part 325, Great Lakes Bottomlands, of the Natural Resources and Environmental Protection Act (NREPA). The applicant proposes to grade, construct, and maintain uses in 1.53 acres of wetlands in Mackinac County on Point LaBarbe. Activities include building […]

This webinar will provide an overview of how public water supplies are regulated and resources available. It’s important to learn how the residents in your community get their drinking water to understand what common questions they may have, who they should contact if there are concerns, how they can find out about their water quality, […]

Michigan’s residents rely on over 1.3 million septic systems to treat the wastewater generated in their homes. Proper septic system use, and routine care, are vital to protecting public health and preserving our highly valued groundwater, lakes, streams, and waterways. Learning about septic systems can also help you avoid costly repairs. Webinar attendees will learn […]

Michigan's wetlands law recognizes the important benefits provided by wetlands and their vital role in recreation, tourism, and the economy. Residents who plan to construct in a wetland or alter a wetland should be aware of the restrictions and permit requirements associated with those activities BEFORE they begin. It’s important that local leaders are familiar […]

Join us for an introductory session for an overview of MiEnviro Portal—one of Michigan’s online databases for environmental data. In this first installment of our training series, we’ll walk through: - What MiEnviro Portal is and its purpose - What types of information you can (and can’t) find in the portal - How to find […]

Planning ahead for new wells is an important part of maintaining a reliable and protected drinking water supply. This presentation will cover when to start planning for a new well, what makes an ideal well site, and the key factors to consider when selecting potential locations. We’ll review how well sites are identified, common challenges […]