Michigan EGLE

@MichiganEGLE

The Michigan Dept. of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) protects Michigan’s environment/public health by managing air, water, land & energy resources

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Joined May 2011

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 25

New affordable housing is coming to #BayCity! Find out what EGLE is doing to help fill the #MissingMiddle gap, and why the location is one of the big selling points, despite the site’s current condition. tinyurl.com/2y5w2dmx #MIBrownfields

MichiganEGLE's tweet image. New affordable housing is coming to #BayCity!

Find out what EGLE is doing to help fill the #MissingMiddle gap, and why the location is one of the big selling points, despite the site’s current condition. tinyurl.com/2y5w2dmx #MIBrownfields

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 25

Michigan, under @GovWhitmer, is expanding access to rooftop & community solar through the state’s Solar for Savings program. Learn more about the 8 pilot projects supported by round 1 ⬇️

MMichigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 14

Solar for Savings grant awardees announced! 8 pilot projects—from Detroit to the U.P.—will bring rooftop & community solar to low-income participants, cutting costs & boosting energy resilience. More: tinyurl.com/486mtmv5 Final round deadline: Sept. 30 michigan.gov/MHCChallenge

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 25

⚠️ Air Quality Advisory for today, July 25 ⚠️ Wildfire smoke from Canada is raising PM2.5 levels in the U.P. and northern half of the Lower Peninsula. Air quality may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG, Orange AQI) in 15 counties. Check local air: Michigan.gov/MiAir

MichiganEGLE's tweet image. ⚠️ Air Quality Advisory for today, July 25 ⚠️

Wildfire smoke from Canada is raising PM2.5 levels in the U.P. and northern half of the Lower Peninsula. Air quality may reach Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (USG, Orange AQI) in 15 counties.

Check local air: Michigan.gov/MiAir

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 23

The next couple of days are going to be VERY hot. Watch for signs of heat-related illnesses in all people, all ages.

MMichigan HHS Dept@MichiganHHS · Jul 23

Know the signs of heat illness and stay cool. Outdoor workers and athletes, older people & people with chronic health conditions are among those most at risk for heat illness. Monitor the heat risk where you live at wpc.ncep.noaa.gov/heatrisk/. More info Michigan.gov/ClimateandHeal….

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Governor Gretchen Whitmer@GovWhitmer · Jul 22

Water is an everyday essential 💧 Whether you’re drinking, showering, cooking, or brushing your teeth, you use water every single day. Every Michigander deserves access to clean, safe water. Here’s what we’re doing to make sure it is🧵

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 22

We’re thrilled to announce Alessandra Carreon as Michigan’s new Chief Climate Officer! As head of EGLE’s Office of Climate and Energy, Carreon will continue driving the #MIHealthyClimate Plan forward to support a more sustainable, resilient future. tinyurl.com/mrxcfd4t

MichiganEGLE's tweet card. Alessandra Carreon will lead the department’s Office of Climate and Energy

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 22

When storms, floods, or other disasters strike, debris piles up fast—overwhelming local systems. With support from #NextCycleMI, @OakGov entities developed a disaster debris plan to help communities prepare, protect health, save money & cut landfill waste. tinyurl.com/mub3tbuv

MichiganEGLE's tweet card. Two entities in Oakland County are working on establishing a regional Disaster Debris Management Plan to ensure the region is prepared to responsibly manage debris from disaster events.

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 21

We’re hiring! Join #TeamEGLE and help protect Michigan’s environment and public health. Job openings include engineers, analysts, student assistants, and more across the state. Apply now: governmentjobs.com/careers/michig… See the work we do: michigan.gov/eglecareers #MIGovJobs

MichiganEGLE's tweet image. We’re hiring! Join #TeamEGLE and help protect Michigan’s environment and public health.

Job openings include engineers, analysts, student assistants, and more across the state.

Apply now: governmentjobs.com/careers/michig…

See the work we do: michigan.gov/eglecareers #MIGovJobs

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 21

🚧 Old gas stations. Abandoned factories. Contaminated sites exist in nearly every community—but they can be transformed. Join our July 29 webinar to learn what can be done to get sites ready for redevelopment and how EGLE protects the public. tinyurl.com/yw6f29zx

MichiganEGLE's tweet image. 🚧 Old gas stations. Abandoned factories. Contaminated sites exist in nearly every community—but they can be transformed.

Join our July 29 webinar to learn what can be done to get sites ready for redevelopment and how EGLE protects the public. tinyurl.com/yw6f29zx

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 21

It’s @LakeSuperior Day — and let’s be real, this lake wouldn’t let us forget. 🌊 Largest freshwater lake on Earth by area 🌬️ Makes its own weather 💧 Holds 10% of the world’s surface fresh water Learn more about The G.L.O.A.T.: bit.ly/lksuperior.

MichiganEGLE's tweet image. It’s @LakeSuperior Day — and let’s be real, this lake wouldn’t let us forget.

🌊 Largest freshwater lake on Earth by area

🌬️ Makes its own weather

💧 Holds 10% of the world’s surface fresh water

Learn more about The G.L.O.A.T.: bit.ly/lksuperior.

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 18

Only in Michigan: the largest freshwater dune system on the planet. 🌎 74,000 acres of rare beauty, endangered species and ecosystems found nowhere else. These dunes aren’t just scenic landscapes — they’re a legacy worth protecting. Explore: bit.ly/3SwxJRS

MichiganEGLE's tweet image. Only in Michigan: the largest freshwater dune system on the planet. 🌎

74,000 acres of rare beauty, endangered species and ecosystems found nowhere else.

These dunes aren’t just scenic landscapes — they’re a legacy worth protecting. Explore: bit.ly/3SwxJRS

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 18

From stream restoration to solar arrays, brownfield cleanup to resilience hubs—Benton Harbor is showing what’s possible when local, state and federal partners work together. EGLE is proud to support this community-led transformation. More: tinyurl.com/35uykjx5 #MIEnvironment

MMichigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 16

This week, @EGLEDirector Phil Roos and Deputy Director Ann Larson joined local and state leaders in Benton Harbor to highlight community-driven climate solutions with @EOPAUSA. From clean energy to creek restoration, real progress is underway. #MIHealthyClimate

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Michigan EGLE@MichiganEGLE · Jul 17

Now open: #NextCycleMI Seed Awards: $8K–$10K grants available to help launch or grow early-stage projects that keep materials out of landfills and support Michigan’s circular economy. Apply by July 31: nextcyclemichigan.com/seed-awards #MIHealthyClimate

MichiganEGLE's tweet image. Now open: #NextCycleMI Seed Awards:
$8K–$10K grants available to help launch or grow early-stage projects that keep materials out of landfills and support Michigan’s circular economy.

Apply by July 31: nextcyclemichigan.com/seed-awards #MIHealthyClimate

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MSU Water Alliance@msu_alliance · Jul 16

🌊 The #GreatLakes are full of plastic. Tiny fibers, fragments, and beads found in fish, drinking water, and sediment. Learn more at the Great Lakes #Microplastics Virtual Summit on Oct 22, hosted by @MichiganEGLE 🗓️ Register July 21 🔗 tinyurl.com/dk686pv8 #MSUWaterAlliance

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