Green Articles 2022
Find an article about how to make Elk Rapids a greener space or something interesting about the natural world?
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What a nice article about Nature Fest!We are so thrilled to have such a nice article by Sally Barber in the Record-Eagle today!
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Why were there so many QR code signs at Nature Fest?
Nature Fest is doing what it can to be a 'green' event: Each booth will have a reusable QR code sign that directs you to their website if you would like to reduce the number of paper handouts. Also, we are providing water in cups vs single use plastic bottles. Bring your own cup if you'd like to help reduce our environmental footprint!
7 Ways to Save Money as Food Prices RiseAccording to the UN, global food prices increased by nearly 30 percent this past year. Here in the US, food prices have soared 9.4 percent during this same time period. Demand at food banks has also increased.
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A rare butterfly makes last stand in Michigan. Feds have $57M plan to save it | Bridge MichiganThe Poweshiek skipperling is an endangered butterfly species with only two remaining populations that are teetering on the verge of extinction.
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Michigan Environmental Council News
Many great articles and environmental resources!
posted 5/12/2022
posted 5/12/2022
In Podcast episodes
from Interlochen Public Radio's [Un]Natural Selection, a new season of Points North, we’ll examine our role as part of the ecosystem and explore the ethical line between mending our natural world and meddling with it. Starts Feb.11.
posted 3/10/2022
from Interlochen Public Radio's [Un]Natural Selection, a new season of Points North, we’ll examine our role as part of the ecosystem and explore the ethical line between mending our natural world and meddling with it. Starts Feb.11.
posted 3/10/2022
With new invasive carp money, the Great Lakes learns from past invasions
A new $226 million allocation to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes is part of a broader, more proactive approach to how the Great Lakes region confronts invasive species issues.
posted 3/7/ 2022
A new $226 million allocation to keep invasive carp out of the Great Lakes is part of a broader, more proactive approach to how the Great Lakes region confronts invasive species issues.
posted 3/7/ 2022
MAKING MIGIZI FLY
CHAMPIONING THE MIDWEST'S FIRST TRIBAL RAPTOR REHABILITATION CENTER
posted 2/5/2022
CHAMPIONING THE MIDWEST'S FIRST TRIBAL RAPTOR REHABILITATION CENTER
posted 2/5/2022
Traverse City Ticker: NMC Ranks Among Top Ocean Engineering Schools In The Country.
Despite its lack of proximity to an ocean, Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) has one of the top ocean engineering programs in the United States, according to a recent ranking on CollegeFactual.com.
posted 2/5/2022
Despite its lack of proximity to an ocean, Northwestern Michigan College (NMC) has one of the top ocean engineering programs in the United States, according to a recent ranking on CollegeFactual.com.
posted 2/5/2022
Elk Rapids Teacher Starts ‘Morning Movement’: A Daily Practice To Get Students Moving
“The learning aspect of being outside, whether it’s on the track working on fractions, or talking about some scientific concepts when we’re outside on the skis, or looking at flowers or things that relate to some of our science curriculum.”
posted 1/26/2022
“The learning aspect of being outside, whether it’s on the track working on fractions, or talking about some scientific concepts when we’re outside on the skis, or looking at flowers or things that relate to some of our science curriculum.”
posted 1/26/2022
University of Michigan students, activists call on Ann Arbor to ditch DTE Energy
ANN ARBOR, MI — “We can’t burn coal for 2 more decades”
posted 1/24/2022
ANN ARBOR, MI — “We can’t burn coal for 2 more decades”
posted 1/24/2022
Squirrels use parkour tricks when leaping from branch to branch
Speedy rodents balance tree limb flexibility and distance when zipping through the forest
posted 1/23/2022
Speedy rodents balance tree limb flexibility and distance when zipping through the forest
posted 1/23/2022
Why Is Everyone Smoking Toad Venom?
How an illegal amphibian-venom-derived psychedelic became the loudest whisper at a dinner party near you.
posted 1/22/2022.
How an illegal amphibian-venom-derived psychedelic became the loudest whisper at a dinner party near you.
posted 1/22/2022.
The Growing Attraction of Agrihoods
Imagine if you could step out your front door every day and be delighted with the sight of a small farm right at your doorstep?
posted 1/22/2022
Imagine if you could step out your front door every day and be delighted with the sight of a small farm right at your doorstep?
posted 1/22/2022
A Return to Native Agriculture
Indigenous farming and ranching practices are once again being embraced in an American West stressed by drought, diminishing resources, and climate change.
posted 1/22/2022.
Indigenous farming and ranching practices are once again being embraced in an American West stressed by drought, diminishing resources, and climate change.
posted 1/22/2022.
Impacts of Fast Fashion on the Environment
The fashion industry, especially since the rise of fast fashion, is among the most damaging industries for the environment, responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions and 20% of global wastewater.
posted 1/22/2022
The fashion industry, especially since the rise of fast fashion, is among the most damaging industries for the environment, responsible for 10% of global carbon emissions and 20% of global wastewater.
posted 1/22/2022