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"MI Environment Digest - February 14, 2025"

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By the Numbers: EGLE’s Environmental Assistance Center contacted by over 27K people in 2024 [ [link removed] ]

"February 13, 2025"

In 2024, the Environmental Assistance Center at EGLE provided live, one-on-one customer service to over 27K people.

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EGLE staffers at the Environmental Assistance Center.

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By the Numbers: 2024 Maps and Data highlights [ [link removed] ]

"February 12, 2025"

In 2024, EGLE developed 37* *new features shared on its Maps and Data Portal. 

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Maps and Data Updates graphic.

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By the Numbers: Asbestos inspections [ [link removed] ]

"February 11, 2025"

The Asbestos NESHAP regulation protects the public by minimizing the release of asbestos fibers during renovation and demolition activities.

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Detroit demolition using water spray.

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More Michigan communities share positive impacts of Renewables Ready Communities Awards [ [link removed] ]

"February 6, 2025"

See how Michigan cities, townships, and counties plan to use funding to improve services and infrastructure for residents. 

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Fish Creek Solar project in Evergreen Township

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By the Numbers: EGLE’s environmental education continues to grow [ [link removed] ] 

"February 5, 2025"

EGLE’s Environmental Education team experienced significant growth in staffing and programs in 2024. 

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Map showing 2023-2024 Michigan Green Schools locations.

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EGLE plugs two leaking wells in Ottawa County lake, only the second such operation in 30 years [ [link removed] ]

"February 4, 2025"

EGLE has tackled two leaking wells in a Michigan lake – only the second time it has encountered such a challenge in roughly 30 years.

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Crews used a barge-mounted drilling rig to seal the orphaned Van Single 1 and 2 wells in the Bend Area Park, just north of Jenison in Ottawa County.

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