This week, read about battery safety, an award-winning landfill in Marquette County, and invasive species





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"MI Environment Digest - May 16, 2025"

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EGLE issues safety tips on lithium-ion batteries, webinar scheduled for June 10 [ [link removed] ]

"May 15, 2025"

As part of Electrical Safety Month, EGLE has some new resources to help everyone with battery safety.

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Battery recycling and disposal thumbnail showing battery types.

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State Revolving Fund project at Marquette County landfill receives national recognition [ [link removed] ]

"May 14, 2025"

The Marquette County Solid Waste Management Authority received $7 million from Michigan’s Clean Water State Revolving Fund for this project, which was recognized by the EPA. 

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An aerial view of the Marquette County landfill.

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Preserve Michigan’s fishing tradition by preventing the spread of invasive species [ [link removed] ]

"May 13, 2025"

Planning on going fishing? Be sure you aren’t also bringing invasive species to your favorite fishing spots. 

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Person cleans waders on another person.

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