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Working for Environmental Justice in Oakland County, Michigan
Oakland County was once the power zone of Michigan’s conservative movement. That’s shifted in recent years to a more balanced demographic, and now activists are hoping a call for environmental justice and the transition to clean energy will resonate here. Our two podcast guests are working hard to make it so.
Successfully Siting Renewable Energy in Michigan: a Conversation With Dr. Sarah Mills
More than 30 square miles of land will be needed to site the 6,000 megawatts of solar panels already proposed for Michigan. Where will it go? Siting is central to the success of our transition to clean energy, and Dr. Sarah Mills has made this the focus of her research. She shares tremendous insight on this Speaking of Resilience podcast.
Milestones: When Coal Was (Almost) King
Milestone: As part of our 25th year, Jim Dulzo reflects on our work to stop the rush of coal plant construction in Michigan, a fight that began in 2007 and lasted through 2013.