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If carp get in the lakes, 'it's game over.'
Two feared species of Asian carp have zoomed beyond the $9-million electric barriers built to keep them out of Lake Michigan. Now, the only thing left between the carp and the Great Lakes is a lock and dam in southern Chicago. Detroit Free Press, Michigan. 21 November 2009.
The 'tres amigas' project.
Wind and solar power farms are sprouting up, but they have reliability problems. Wind doesn't always blow, and sun doesn't always shine. To keep the lights on, utilities want to grab power from any solar and wind farm that is working. Environment Report, Michigan. 20 November 2009.
Companies for the climate bill.
As Congress begins debate on climate change legislation, American businesses are watching very closely. Some are worried that a new law could bankrupt them with energy costs. But others see a bright future under carbon limits. Environment Report, Michigan. 20 November 2009.
EPA: Water systems dioxin free.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Region 5 said today that results from a second round of samples collected from the Midland, Saginaw and Bay City water supply systems show no dioxin or furan contamination. Midland Daily News, Michigan. 20 November 2009.
Redirect new infrastructure stimulus toward mass transit.
The best approach would be to direct new investment in public mass transit. It creates the most jobs per dollar spent and a mass transit investment cuts air and global warming pollution. Detroit News, Michigan. Opinion, 20 November 2009.
Doctors call for cleaner coal.
A group of doctors, Physicians for Social Responsibility, has issued a new report called "Coal's Assault On Human Health." It explains the health impacts of burning coal, but it goes beyond that. Environment Report, Michigan. 19 November 2009.
Clearing up cap-and-trade.
Congress is considering restricting carbon emissions causing climate change with a cap-and-trade scheme. But, recent polls show only a handful of people have heard of cap-and-trade. Even fewer understand what it is. Environment Report, Michigan. 19 November 2009.
Clearing the air.
DTE Energy started up a second "scrubber" at its coal-burning Monroe Power Plant Monday--significantly cutting emissions from another of the plant's four generating units. Monroe News, Michigan. 19 November 2009.
Grand Haven Township schedules public hearing on proposed wind turbines on lakefront.
Controversy is blowing in Grand Haven Township-and township officials are seeking to calm the storm. The city of Grand Rapids is considering a $15 million proposal to build two wind turbines. Muskegon Chronicle, Michigan. 19 November 2009.
Deep budget cuts in Macomb County compromise water safety.
Here in the state’s third most populous county, downsizing the budget means supersizing the risk of contaminated water, among other public health calamities. Michigan Messenger, Michigan. 18 November 2009.
Forests, carbon, and critters.
World leaders are meeting in Copenhagen, Denmark next month to begin dealing with global climate change. A firm treaty is off the table for now, but one idea they're thinking through is to preserve forests and have them absorb heat-trapping carbon dioxide. Environment Report, Michigan. 18 November 2009.
Big apple tree-huggers.
Trees along big city streets have a rough life. Between pollution, development, and vandalism, street trees die off at a pretty alarming rate. One New York artist thinks if people knew more about street trees, they'd appreciate them more - and treat them better. Environment Report, Michigan. 18 November 2009.
Sulfide mining issue subject of initiative.
Proponents of a Michigan ballot initiative currently being circulated say it will protect water without causing the loss of jobs, while opponents say it will effectively end mining in the state. Houghton Daily Mining Gazette, Michigan. 18 November 2009.
State law requires breast exam coverage.
A federal task force's conclusion that most women in their 40s do not need routine mammograms is not likely to impact whether Michigan health insurers cover the exam. Detroit News, Michigan. 18 November 2009.
The status of the smart grid.
The Smart Grid is going to change your power bill in the next few years. Electric companies we’ll be able to monitor power use better and deliver electricity more efficiently. That should help avoid brown outs and black outs. Environment Report, Michigan. 17 November 2009.
Entrepreneurs for sustainability.
Lots of businesses want to become more energy efficient and reduce waste to save money. And many want to go further to become more environmentally-friendly. But they're not sure how to do it. Environment Report, Michigan. 17 November 2009.
Debate rages over coal ash power plant waste.
Americans have been burning coal for electricity for roughly 130 years with little understanding of what the process leaves behind. But before the end of the year, the federal government will decide whether the leftover ash from the coal-burning process should be considered a hazardous substance. Detroit News, Michigan. 16 November 2009.
Air pollution at schools.
The US Environmental Protection Agency is wrapping up a 60-day initiative looking at toxic air pollution around schools. They're looking to gauge the health effects linked to pollution exposure. Many of the schools were chosen based on how close they were to heavy industry. Environment Report, Michigan. 16 November 2009.
New regs for old homes.
The Environmental Protection Agency just finished rules about home renovation and lead paint, but children's advocacy groups said they weren't strong enough. Environment Report, Michigan. 16 November 2009.
Agencies attempt to control carp.
A group of federal agencies criticized in the past for failing to move quickly to stop Asian carp from entering the Great Lakes announced Friday that they're taking every precaution to keep them out. Detroit Free Press, Michigan. 14 November 2009.
Veterans' benefits for Agent Orange exposure.
The US Department of Veterans Affairs is offering new help to Vietnam-era vets. The VA says it can now assist vets who have ailments due to Agent Orange exposure--including Parkinson's disease, cancer and heart problems. Environment Report, Michigan. 13 November 2009.
The science behind dioxin delays.
Two rivers in central Michigan were polluted with dioxin 30 years ago from a Dow chemical plant. The toxin's been found in fish, animals, and dirt, but, of all those, contaminated soil might be the touchiest subject. Environment Report, Michigan. 13 November 2009.
Businesses will lose, emissions will increase.
Renewable energy should create jobs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions -- not the other way around. Detroit Free Press, Michigan. Opinion, 13 November 2009.
Dow has mixed record with environment.
Among Michigan's few remaining companies, Dow Chemical stands out as one that has taken a leadership role in the area of climate change. Mt Pleasant Morning Sun, Michigan. Opinion, 13 November 2009.
Lobbyists swarm the climate bill.
According to new investigative reports, lobbying efforts on climate change policy are growing dramatically. Washington, more than ever before, is crawling with lobbyists. Environment Report, Michigan. 12 November 2009.
Hunters warned after dioxin delays.
In Michigan, just because you catch something doesn't mean you should eat it. That's because a stretch of river in the state was polluted with dioxin--decades ago--but officials think old pollution from a Dow chemical plant poses a health risk today. Environment Report, Michigan. 12 November 2009.
New report examines options for Allied Paper cleanup site in Kalamazoo.
Environmental-cleanup prospects for Kalamazoo’s Allied Paper dumpsite range from taking no action to consolidating and capping a wide swath of paper-mill contamination at a cost of $224.7 million. Kalamazoo Gazette, Michigan. 12 November 2009.
Gard: Clean energy is critical to a more secure U.S.
Today's military is already spread thin. Catastrophes linked to climate change, made worse by our oil addiction, will stretch us even more. This endangers American lives and our nation's security. Lansing State Journal, Michigan. Opinion, 12 November 2009.
Speaker touts ‘green brick road.’
Picking up on L. Frank Baum’s Holland connection and Wizard of Oz theme, a Washington lobbyist Tuesday urged Holland area business and community leaders to get on the “green brick road” to sustainability, energy efficiency and green jobs. Holland Sentinel, Michigan. 11 November 2009.
Living with dioxin delays.
Several communities in central Michigan are polluted by dioxins from a Dow Chemical plant. Residents are divided over whether the government should force Dow to pay for a cleanup that could cost tens, or even hundreds, of millions of dollars. Environment Report, Michigan. 11 November 2009.
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