Gov. Snyder signs Michigan lame-duck bills opposed by environmentalists
New legislation may impact Michigan’s response to PFAS contamination.
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Republicans: Michigan shouldn’t regulate more strictly than Washington
By Jim Malewitz, Bridge Magazine
The Stream, December 7: Heat and Drought in UK Made 30 Times More Likely by Manmade Climate Change, Study Claims
The Global Rundown The United Kingdom’s scorching summer was made 30 times more likely by human-driven global warming, a government report claims. Heavy rains cause flash floods in recently-burned areas of southern California. A 2015 Colorado mine spill did not cause long-lasting impacts on fish and other aquatic life, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency says. […]
PFAS: What You Need To Know
Chemical contaminants called PFAS, toxic to humans at minuscule doses, are the tip of the spear for threats to groundwater in Michigan and nationally.
The Stream, November 15: Houston Skyscrapers Worsened Hurricane Harvey Rainfall, Study Says
The Global Rundown A new study suggests that skyscrapers in Houston, Texas, worsened the city’s flooding during Hurricane Harvey. Analysts warn that Africa’s largest cities are at “extreme risk” from climate change. Hurricane Florence broke 28 stream and river flood records in North and South Carolina. Vapor-condensing panels provide water to a rescue center in […]
2018 Election: Voters Reject Stricter Rules for Oil, Gas, and Mining
Water protections and spending were at stake in state and local ballot initiatives.
The Stream, October 19: Afghans Displaced by Drought Die Due to Harsh Winter Conditions
The Global Rundown In Afghanistan, harsh winter conditions begin to kill people displaced by drought. Residue from an oil spill earlier this month reaches the coastal waterways of the French Riviera. A high-risk dam near Dallas, Texas, is being closely monitored amid record rainfall. Abnormally low water levels in British Columbia, Canada, pose problems for […]
Minnesota has fought PFAS for years. Here’s how its plan can help Michigan
FLINT — Gov. Rick Snyder says Michigan is the nation’s leader in responding to PFAS, harmful industrial chemicals regulators are increasingly finding in Michigan waters. “We’re doing things that no other states are doing in our nation,” the Republican told reporters in late August. “We’re helping lead the national effort.” Actually, Minnesota has been there […]
The Stream, October 17: Danube River Drops to Record-Low in Budapest, Hungary
The Global Rundown Water levels in the Danube river drop to record lows in Hungary. Long-term drinking water advisories continue to afflict indigenous communities in Canada. A recent study warns that earth could soon see similar conditions to the 1876-78 drought, a global disaster that left more than 50 million people dead. A private water […]
The Stream, October 9: Israel Receives Bids for Construction of World’s Largest Desalination Plant
The Global Rundown Israel receives seven bids for construction of the world’s largest desalination plant. Queensland, Australia, grants the Adani mining company an additional year to pay for a controversial water license. Iraqis live without water and electricity in areas formerly occupied by ISIL. Hurricane Michael, currently a Category 1 storm, moves toward the Florida […]
The Stream, September 28: Chile Approves Construction of Latin America’s Largest Desalination Plant
The Global Rundown Chile approves the development of the largest desalination plant in Latin America. The price of wool soars in Australia as farmers struggle to feed their sheep. More than 200 sewage workers have died in India this year, sparking outrage. A “medicane” brings heavy rain and winds to Greece. The death toll from […]
