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Celebrate Groundwork’s 30th birthday with a spin through our highlight reel!
Groundwork—originally christened Michigan Land Use Institute—turned 30 on Earth Day 2025, and we’re happy to be celebrating the day with you. To pay tribute to the big three-oh, we put together a list of 30 highlights from Groundwork’s years on the planet (not easy...
End of the Line: Great Lakes over Big Oil
Please join Groundwork and our statewide coalition partners for an in-person and live-streamed event on June 4th, 2025. Together, we’ll hear from key experts—like international tunnel expert Brian O’Mara—about the latest on Line 5, plus learn ways you can take action...
Forum: Clean energy, effective recycling can align with economic growth
When the Gaylord solar farm was first proposed, it sparked intense debate. Residents expressed concerns about its impact on soil health, hunting, viewsheds, and property values. Many worries were based on misconceptions rather than facts. One common misconception was...