A complete list of all programs within the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE)
Community involvement and public participation are an essential part of EGLE’s mission, vision, and values.
Resources and information on utilizing RRD's data exchange and the Inventory of Facilities.
An interactive map displaying contaminated sites throughout Michigan regulated under Parts 213, 201, and 211.
EGLE's interactive calendar is designed to provide timely information on decisions before the Director, proposed settlements of contested cases, administrative rules promulgation, public hearings, meetings and comment deadlines, and environmental conferences, workshops and training programs.
The Michigan Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) provides all persons (except persons incarcerated in correctional facilities) with access to public records of public bodies. Requests to inspect or receive public records from EGLE must be in writing and describe the requested records with enough detail to enable the department to identify and locate the requested records. Some records are exempt from disclosure under the FOIA or another statute and thus will not be provided. A fee may be charged to process your request. Please note that many records are available that do not require a formal FOIA request.
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October 12, 2022
As part of ENERGY STAR Day, today’s edition of MI Environment highlights how using products with the ENERGY STAR label saves energy and money, and helps curb climate pollution.
Look for the ENERGY STAR label on products from lighting to appliances and electronics to heating and cooling equipment to save energy, save money and help protect the climate. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR label are independently certified to meet strict energy efficiency specifications set by the US EPA. Many local utilities offer rebates on ENERGY STAR certified products. Visit the website to find products and rebates.
Low to no cost tips for saving energy
Higher fuel and electricity prices don’t have to turn into higher energy bills if you take steps to be more energy efficient. Start today by taking low or no cost steps to use less energy. And make a plan, when replacing old equipment or upgrading your home, to look for the ENERGY STAR label and take advantage of rebates offered in many parts of the country to help make your investment in energy efficiency more affordable. It pays off in the end—on average, a home equipped with ENERGY STAR certified products uses 24% less energy for an annual energy bill savings of about $450.
ENERGY STAR recommends starting with:
Lighting
Replacing your five most frequently used light fixtures or the bulbs in them with ENERGY STAR certified bulbs can save nearly $40 a year in energy costs. ENERGY STAR certified LED light bulbs provide high-quality light output, use up to 90% less energy, and last 15 times longer than standard bulbs, saving money on energy bills and replacement costs.
Heating/Cooling
Installing an ENERGY STAR certified smart thermostat can help you control temperatures in the house for optimal savings and comfort. If you have a manual or programmable thermostat, set or program it at lower settings while you are away or asleep. Learn more.
If you have old windows but can’t afford to replace them, consider adding ENERGY STAR certified storm windows. Learn more.
If you have window air conditioners, look for ENERGY STAR certified models. Make sure you remove them in the winter or insulate them with a tight-fitting a/c unit cover. Learn more.
Clothes Washing
Heating water accounts for about 90% of the energy your machine uses to wash clothes. Wash your laundry with cold water whenever possible. Depending on the clothes and local water quality (hardness), many homeowners can effectively do laundry exclusively with cold water, using cold water laundry detergents. To save water, try to wash full loads or, if you must wash a partial load, reduce the level of water appropriately. Learn more.
Clothes Drying
Don’t over dry your clothes. If your dryer has a moisture sensor that will automatically turn the machine off when clothes are done, use it to avoid over drying. Remember to clean the lint trap before every load. Dry full loads, or reduce drying time for partial loads. Learn more.
Dishwashing
Save on hot water by scraping dishes instead of rinsing them before loading in the dishwasher. Run your dishwasher with a full load and use the air-dry option if available. Learn more.
Learn all the ways you can save with ENERGY STAR, including with programs from your local utility and special offers from your favorite retail and product brands at the website.
With aging infrastructure, emerging contaminants and changing environmental conditions, the responsibility to protect water resources continues to grow.
EGLE has won a national music video contest promoting radon testing and awareness.
Nine EGLE staffers took part in a massive cleanup effort in Lansing that resulted in the removal of litter and invasive species from a park.
Several billion dollars in state and federal aid have flowed to Michigan communities over the past five years
The charging stations promote a cleaner environment by encouraging EV travel to recreation destinations across the state.
Critical water system upgrades are in the works in dozens of Michigan communities thanks to $1.05 billion in low-interest loans from the state revolving funds. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) issued financing agreements to 72 projects in the Drinking Water and Clean Water state revolving funds across the state in fiscal year 2024.
The DNR has installed solar arrays at five fish hatcheries and led the redevelopment of a brownfield site to a solar field in the Upper Peninsula.
State invests in dozens of local governments and water systems, protecting public health and the environment
Five Michigan cities are hosting electric vehicle ride-and-drives and more from Sept. 21 through Oct. 6.
The Michigan Invasive Species Program is asking waterfowl hunters across the state to take extra precautions this season to prevent the spread of invasive species.
