Exploring the environmental issues that affect Michigan communities — from water and public health to natural resources, pollution and environmental accountability.
Michigan's environment affects everyone. The quality of our drinking water, air, soil, forests, lakes and communities is directly connected to public health, economic opportunity and quality of life.
This section brings together information and resources about environmental concerns across Michigan and highlights the importance of transparency, accountability and informed communities.
Explore key environmental subjects that can affect Michigan residents, communities and natural resources.
Drinking water, groundwater, rivers, lakes and the Great Lakes are essential resources that deserve informed public attention.
READ MORE →Michigan's forests, wetlands and wildlife provide ecological, recreational and economic value to communities.
READ MORE →Air quality, industrial pollution and environmental exposure can have important consequences for public health.
READ MORE →Replace these sample indicators with verified, current Michigan environmental data and sources.
Residents should be able to find understandable information about environmental regulations, public records, government agencies, community concerns and available resources.
Use this area to publish documents, reports, investigations, environmental notices and links to authoritative Michigan resources.
Environmental protection works best when residents have access to reliable information and meaningful opportunities to participate.