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Line 5 tunnel project permits on ‘fast track’ by U.S. Army Corps of Engineers
The federal review of the Line 5 tunnel project is being fast-tracked, raising red flags for Tribal Nations and environmental groups worried about shortcuts in the process. This move threatens the health of the Great Lakes and undermines community voices, MiCAN continues to advocate for...
Read MoreOpinion | Permitting precedent imperils Michigan’s waters
This powerful piece from Beth Wallace, Great Lakes climate and energy director at the National Wildlife Federation, underscores exactly why MiCAN is deeply invested in stopping the Line 5 tunnel project. As Wallace highlights, allowing this project to bypass proper oversight would threaten the integrity...
Read MoreNative American tribes and environmental groups ask Michigan Supreme Court to hear Line 5 challenge
Following a Michigan Court of Appeals decision upholding a key permit for Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project, four Tribal Nations and three environmental groups, they argue the decision violates the state constitution, environmental laws, and the public trust doctrine by failing to consider oil spill...
Read MorePRESS RELEASE: Tribes, Greens Take Line 5 Tunnel to Michigan’s Supreme Court
Four Michigan Tribes and environmental groups, including MiCAN, are asking the state Supreme Court to overturn the permit for Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel project under the Straits of Mackinac. The coalition argues the project threatens the Great Lakes, violates Tribal sovereignty, and contradicts Michigan’s environmental...
Read MoreAs Line 5 tunnel set to be fast-tracked, Great Lakes tribes withdraw from cooperating on environmental review
As the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers moves to fast-track federal approval of Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel, six Great Lakes Tribes have withdrawn from the environmental review process, citing a lack of good faith and meaningful tribal consultation. MiCAN stands with Tribal Nations and environmental...
Read MoreEnvironmental groups sound new alarm as fossil fuel lobby pushes for immunity
As fossil fuel companies face mounting lawsuits over decades of climate deception, nearly 200 environmental and legal advocacy groups, including MiCAN, are warning Congress against granting the industry immunity. The letter, signed by major climate advocates, urges Democratic leaders to reject any attempts to shield...
Read MoreMichigan climate action plans must better address marginalized communities, study finds
A recent MSU study found that while many Michigan cities are developing climate action plans, few address the needs of marginalized communities most affected by climate change. MiCAN is working to close that gap by helping local governments incorporate environmental justice into their plans through...
Read MoreDetroit rally pushes back against Trump efforts to dismantle climate and health protections
More than 200 people gathered in Detroit for the “Climate Can’t Wait” rally. Joined by lawmakers and local leaders, the event spotlighted threats to clean air, water, and environmental justice.
Read MoreMichigan residents protest Trump’s environmental cuts in Southwest Detroit
Despite heavy snow, over 200 Michiganders rallied for the “Climate Can’t Wait” event. The rally featured union leaders, youth activists, and elected officials demanding federal action to defend the Inflation Reduction Act and environmental justice. MiCAN Executive Director Denise Keele emphasized Detroit’s central role in...
Read MoreMichiganders rally in Detroit to push back against federal attacks on clean air and water
As the roll backs of environmental protections and clean energy investments continue, Michiganders gathered in Detroit to defend climate progress and demand environmental justice. Co-hosted by MiCAN, the rally featured elected officials, youth leaders, and community advocates speaking out against threats to clean air, water,...
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