Archive: Climate 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...
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,...
Read MoreMichigan 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...
Read MoreEquity in Local Climate Action Plans: A Just Solution for Michigan
MiCAN hosted a powerful virtual event that explores what equity really looks like in municipal climate plans and why it matters for communities on the frontlines of environmental change.
Read MoreTales From Heat Island: A Climate-Centered Storytelling Show
A Climate-Centered Storytelling Show
Read MoreClimate Change Solutions 2021 with Peter Sinclair Webinar
Watch Peter Sinclair's Climate Change Solutions 2021 webinar held on February 26, 2021.
Read MoreThanks to Gov. Whitmer for Taking Climate Action
We had 650 MiCAN supporters sign a thank you card to Governor Whitmer for taking bold action on climate. Here's the artwork we sent her.
Read MoreGov. Whitmer Sets Bold New Climate Goal
The new climate Executive Orders set Michigan on a path to carbon-neutrality by 2050.
Read MoreAfter the Flood: Visioning Michigan’s Future
This is a recording made on June 24, 2020 of a webinar sponsored by the Groundwork Center for Resilient Communities, Michigan Progressive Public Policy, and the Michigan Climate Action Network entitled After the Flood: Visioning Michigan's Future - Climate, Energy, and Infrastructure.
Read MoreAugust Ties July for Hottest Month
Record-breaking temperature trends raise concerns as August 2016 ties July for the hottest month on record.
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