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As 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Army Corps of Engineers moves to fast-track federal approval of Enbridge’s Line 5 tunnel, six Great Lakes Tribes have withdrawn from the environmental review process, citing a lack of good faith and meaningful tribal consultation.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...

Environmental 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...

Michigan 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...

Detroit 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.

Michigan 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...

Michiganders 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,...

Michigan leaders rally for action on climate and environmental protections

Activists gathered in Detroit for the “Climate Can’t Wait” rally, calling for action on environmental justice and climate protections amid sweeping cuts to the federal workforce. The rally, supported by MiCAN and partner organizations, underscored the need to protect federal climate investments, union jobs, and...

Ann Arbor for Public Power hosts climate week block party

Ann Arbor for Public Power held a Climate Week Block Party on Sunday at the Liberty Plaza, which included state Representative Jason Morgan and Washtenaw County Commissioner Yousef Rabhi, with the community rallying around environmental action and public energy ownership.

New Video Exposes Enbridge Tunnel as False Solution

A recent video reveals the Line 5 tunnel as a deceptive solution to the Great Lakes threat, highlighting its numerous environmental risks and lack of long-term liability for Michigan taxpayers.

The Line 5 Tunnel: A Dangerous Gamble with the Great Lakes and Climate

The proposed Enbridge Great Lakes Tunnel is an expansion of fossil fuel infrastructure into our waters. The idea of removing the pipelines from the water makes sense until you learn the facts.