Department of Environmental Quality Archives - Page 4 of 10

November 7 2016

ACT: DEQ CONSIDERING MASSIVE PERMIT FOR PROPOSED NEXUS NATURAL GAS PIPELINE IN SE MICHIGAN – COMMENTS DUE BY SUNDAY, NOV 13

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The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) is considering a sweeping permit request by Nexus Gas Transmission for a massive proposed natural gas pipeline that runs from the Marcellus shale region of western Pennsylvania and West Virginia to and through Monroe, Lenawee and Washtenaw counties in southeastern Michigan.

The 36-inch pipeline construction proposal would have 31 wetland crossings, 88 stream crossings, and two pond crossings along the 47 miles of pipeline to be constructed in Michigan. The DEQ public notice seeks input on these proposed impacts on waterways and water quality under three environmental laws: Inland Lakes and Streams; Wetlands Protection; and Water Resources Protection.

October 26 2016

MDEQ awards nearly $97 million to 137 communities for sewer planning

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The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (MDEQ) today announced the awarding of nearly $97 million to 137 municipalities to assist with costs of planning for their sewer system maintenance needs from the Stormwater, Asset Management, and Wastewater (SAW) program.

The SAW program provides grant assistance for the development of asset management plans for wastewater and stormwater, stormwater management planning, stormwater and wastewater project planning and design, and testing and demonstration of innovative technology.

This is the fourth round of SAW grant awards and is further progress toward funding the complete list of 579 SAW grant applicants. This most recent achievement now brings the total number of SAW grant applicants to be awarded funding to 478 and the total dollar amount of SAW grant funding awarded to approximately $365 million. More

June 11 2016

Michigan Office of the Great Lakes Releases Part 1 of State Water Strategy

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DEQ Dept of Environmental Quality Logo The Michigan Department of Environmental Quality’s Office of the Great Lakes today published the first part of Michigan’s Water Strategy, a 30-year plan to protect, manage and enhance Michigan’s globally unique water resources.More

June 10 2016

Only three meeting dates are left for your opportunity to attend a public information session about the Proposed Cleanup Criteria Rules.

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Only three meeting dates are left for your opportunity to attend a public information session about the Proposed Cleanup Criteria Rules. Don’t miss out! The MDEQ is hosting informal information meetings around the state to provide an overview of the new rules and answer your questions.

June 9 2016

DEQ awards pollution prevention loan to fund modern x-ray system

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For More Information:
Karen Edlin, 517-284-6856, edlink@michigan.gov
Karen Tommasulo, 517-284-6716, tommasulok@michigan.gov

The DEQ today awarded a $32,000 pollution prevention loan to Burkhart & Chapp Chiropractic in Caledonia to fund the purchase and installation of a new, digital x-ray system.

June 9 2016

DEQ awards more than $179,000 to clean up polluted waterways

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For More Information:
Richard Hobrla, 517-284-5043, hobrlar@michigan.gov
Rachel Cromell, 517-284-5047, cromellr@michigan.gov

The DEQ’s Office of the Great Lakes today awarded more than $179,000 to support local organizations committed to restoring historically contaminated lakes and rivers.

June 6 2016

Economic Impact Potential and Characterization of Municipal Solid Waste in Michigan

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West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum WMSBF recently partnered with the DEQ to conduct a waste audit and economic analysis of the municipal solid waste stream in Michigan.

May 10 2016

DEQ releases 2015 State of the Great Lakes report

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The DEQ recently released the 2015 Michigan State of the Great Lakes Report. Prepared by the Office of the Great Lakes, this report highlights the 30-year anniversary of the office, including the themes of state partnerships and regional initiatives.

March 1 2016

Public Comment Period for St.Clair AOC BUI Removal

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DEQ Dept of Environmental Quality Logo March 23, 2016 is the deadline for Public Comment regarding the proposed removal of the Beach Closings Beneficial Use Impairment from the St. Clair River Area of Concern. A link to the Removal Recommendation document can be found at www.michigan.gov/deqaocprogram.More

January 9 2016

Michigan to Review Great Lakes Water Diversion Application

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Michigan will carefully review and accept public comment about an application submitted by the state of Wisconsin yesterday to the Great Lakes Compact Council and the Great Lakes-St. Lawrence River Water Resources Regional Body to divert water from the Great Lakes basin to the city of Waukesha, Wisc.More