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Earth Day 2024 is right around the corner, and this year’s theme is “Planet vs. Plastics.” Advocates are calling for a global reduction of 60% in plastics manufacturing to protect the environment and human health. The Ann Arbor-based Ecology Center has been advocating for the introduction and passage of five bills in Michigan that will add teeth to plastic regulation in several important areas. Ecology Center director Mike Garfield joined WEMU's David Fair to discuss our future with plastics.
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When you, or a loved one, has to have surgery, environmental protections are probably the last thing on your mind. But it is an issue that needs to be addressed. As much as 8-10% of all greenhouse gas emissions in the country emanate from medical facilities. Michigan Medicine is looking to significantly cut down its impacts while continuing to providing crucial care services. Dr. George Mashour is chair of Michigan Medicine's anesthesiology department, and he joined WEMU's David Fair to explain the process of identifying and implementing solutions.
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For many in Washtenaw County, environmental justice is lacking. Low income residents and people of color often find themselves subjected to environmental…
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We know, with certainty, the climate crisis is negatively impacting our environment. It is also having adverse affects on pubic health, particularly in…
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Millions of people around the world live near major garbage dumps. Such conditions are a public health and environmental danger. The Ann Arbor-based…
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The City of Ann Arbor is encouraging residents to become more environmentally friendly during the pandemic. Missy Stults is the sustainability and…
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Pollution found in our air and water can lead to serious health issues. A new report from the Children’s Environmental Health Network explored such risks,…