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2025 is wrapping up, and one of the primary issues raised over the past year is the proliferation and impacts of data centers. In 2026, we're likely to see some of these centers move toward becoming operational. Weighing economic benefit against potential environmental harm will continue, and there will be more vocal support and outrage for each proposed center. WEMU's David Fair got together with Washtenaw County Resiliency Office Director Beth Gibbons to try and compute the impact of data centers in Washtenaw County.

The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes and Energy held a virtual public hearing Thursday night regarding the proposed 250-acre Saline Township data center. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports.

Many residents in Van Buren Township are making it clear they oppose a new data center at Haggerty and I-275. But, as WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert reports, it may be very difficult to stop.

Community members in Lodi Township and local officials are citing environmental concerns about sewage treatment plants being proposed for the area. WEMU’s Ana Longoria reports.

The Huron Valley Chapter of the Michigan Botanical Society will host a discussion about a 50-year plan to restore and maintain a unique wetland ecosystem situated 14 miles north-northwest of Ann Arbor. WEMU’s Ana Longoria has more.

Webster Township has closed on a conservation easement purchase from the Peter Heydon Trust. WEMU’s Kevin Meerschaert has this report.

When it comes to our environment and natural resources, it's important to know how your tax dollars are being spent. Every five years, the Washtenaw…

Environmentalists contend the ongoing, lame-duck session of the state Legislature is proving detrimental to health of “Pure Michigan.” In the December…

Some call it "Fox Guarding the Hen-House" legislation. Bills under consideration in Lansing would create an oversight panel for the Michigan Department of…

The Washtenaw Food Hub provides area farmers and food businesses with resources to get their products out to the public but also helps protect the…