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A New Year and a New Resolve to Protect the Health of People and the Planet
News  |  January 30, 2019
New Year’s resolutions are about creating new habits. We need to break old habits like automatically accepting single-use plastics when they are given to us. And make new habits, like bringing our own reusable items when we’re on the go.
Who’s Minding the Store? Report Card Ranks 40 Major Retailers on Toxic Chemical Action
News  |  December 17, 2018
See how your favorite stores are doing, and let them know what you think with just one click
Chevy Volt will be missed; Bolt will have to take its place for now
News  |  December 17, 2018
The loss of the Chevy Volt weighs the heaviest here in Michigan, not because the job impacts are any worse than the other vehicles slated for the dust-heap, but because the Volt represented the new GM– one that was competing in the race to design the most advanced green cars.
New Study Finds Market Progress and New Chemical Hazards in Kids Car Seats, Motivates Action
News  |  December 3, 2018
Most children’s car seats, a legally required kids’ safety product, contain hazardous chemicals used as flame retardants and stain treatments. On December 3, the Ecology Center released its report Hidden Hazards: Flame Retardants & PFAS in Children's Car Seats.
Behind the Scenes with Healthy Stuff, Part 1: Little Lab, Big Impact
News  |  November 29, 2018
Behind the Scenes with Healthy Stuff, Part 1
Detroiters Challenge Incinerator Company for Right to Clean Air
News  |  November 15, 2018
Detroiters Challenge Incinerator Company for Right to Clean Air
Electric Vehicle Progress in the Central US
News  |  November 13, 2018
Electric cars are growing in popularity in the central part of the US.
Solar Matching Grants Help Students Power Up Schools
News  |  October 30, 2018
My Solar School participants have become clean energy educators in their families and communities.
Breathe Free Detroit Update: Riding for Climate and Rallying Community
News  |  October 30, 2018
The Detroit trash incinerator is still spewing toxic chemicals and harmful particles, so we’re still at work on the Breathe Free Detroit campaign, and it’s been an eventful autumn for campaign activities both in and out of the city.
Michigan: November 6 Vote Yes on Prop 2 to End Gerrymandering
News  |  October 30, 2018
Voters should choose their politicians, not the other way around. When you go to the polls next Tuesday, we urge you to vote YES on Proposal 2 to replace gerrymandering in Michigan with a fair, impartial, and transparent process for drawing voting district maps.
Take Action: Tell EPA and DOT that you oppose any weakening of federal fuel economy standards
News  |  October 18, 2018
the Clean Air Act requires submitted comments to be considered by the EPA before issuing a final ruling. Though The process for submitting comments can be somewhat cumbersome, it really can make a difference. Take the time to be heard today. 
A Year in Environmental Education
News  |  September 26, 2018
With a new school year in full swing, the Ecology Center is excited to be back in Michigan’s schools. As a preview of what’s ahead in this year’s jam-packed environmental education calendar, we reflect on some of the accomplishments of the 2017-2018 school year.
47th Annual Dinner to Feature Obama EPA Head, Honor Worker Health Leader
News  |  September 26, 2018
On Oct 10th, the Ecology Center will host its 47th annual dinner. This year we celebrate the company of distinguished guests Gina McCarthy & Franklin Mirer. Ms. McCarthy, head of the EPA under President Obama will deliver the keynote speech. Dr. Mirer will accept the Munzel Award
Fifth Graders Win Recycling Challenge
News  |  September 10, 2018
Fourteen area public schools were invited to participate in the challenge, and three fifth-grade students from Heritage School in Saline produced an educational video to earn this year’s prize.
Rediscovering Ann Arbor's Zero Waste Mojo
News  |  September 10, 2018
For years, the City of Ann Arbor managed to overcome global recycling counter-pressures with smart investments and good policy.  Now it’s kicked off a planning process to write a new solid waste management plan for the community.

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