Mercury is a dangerous neurotoxin that can be found in high concentration in fish across the globe. Surprisingly, mercury levels in the environment are quite low compared to other forms of pollution. However, microorganisms in the environment can convert the mercury that is released into the environment into another form of mercury called methylmercury. This […]

Introduction to Lakes Online is designed for interested individuals, decision-makers, local leaders, resource professionals, and lakefront property owners interested in gaining knowledge about inland lakes and connecting with others who have a similar interest. In this introductory online course, participants will learn about lake ecology, management, and protection through six interactive units. Participants increase their […]

Winter Salt Week is an annual awareness campaign, highlighting the environmental damage from excessive road salt pollution to freshwater, infrastructure, and drinking water, while promoting best practices, smart salting techniques, and solutions to keep Michigan's precious lakes and streams fresh.  It involves virtual webinars with experts and local action days for communities, public works, and […]

In this session of our MiEnviro Portal for Everyone training series, we’ll focus on the Site Map Explorer. You’ll learn: How to navigate the map. How to use the search and filter features. Find information about a site. Understand what documents are available to view and what they mean. After registering, you will receive an […]