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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.
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August 15, 2024
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), in partnership with the Kansas State University National Radon Program Services, is sponsoring a three-day, in-person National Radon Proficiency Program, radon mitigation certification course in Marquette early September. It marks the first time the course is being offered in the Upper Peninsula.
Advanced diagnostics radon class. Courtesy of Kansas State University.
Radon is a naturally occurring radioactive gas that you cannot see, smell, or taste. There are no short-term side effects that could cause alarm or warn of its presence. Long-term exposure to radon increases the risk of developing lung cancer, which accounts for more deaths in both men and women than any other form of cancer in the United States.
Les Smith, EGLE’s indoor radon specialist, recommends testing for radon every two years or after renovations or alterations are made to a building, regardless of whether it is a home, school, or office building. “I encourage everyone to test,” he said. “It’s simple to test and simple to fix.”
EGLE makes radon test kits available to Michiganders through local health department partners. The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recommends installing a radon mitigation system if radon levels are confirmed above 4 picocuries per liter.
This radon mitigation course provides the certification necessary to start a new radon service business or expand an existing heating, air conditioning, ventilation, plumbing, construction, or environmental consulting business to provide radon services. Successfully completing a radon measurement course is a prerequisite to joining the mitigation training. Those attending the course will learn:
Anyone interested in the course offering should register or contact Les Smith, at 517-388-6913 or Radon@Michigan.gov. Adequate participation is needed by August 21st for EGLE to sponsor the training. For more information about radon, including the radon measurement and mitigation standards, go to Michigan.gov/Radon.
EGLE surveyed initial grant recipients for feedback to find out where the clean energy transition succeeded or needed a boost.
Proposals are being accepted through Nov. 1.
The “Transforming EGLE’s Contaminated Site Program” video highlights how the department has significantly increased the number of contaminated sites addressed.
EGLE is hitting the road to participate in many career fairs at Michigan colleges, universities, and conferences.
EGLE has developed a cybersecurity preparedness strategy for drinking water and wastewater treatment plant operators in Michigan.
An agreement has been reached in a civil rights complaint filed by community members and Environmental Justice advocates against the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) regarding the January 2020 renewal of a U.S. Ecology North hazardous waste facility license.
Mark your calendars for upcoming events and deadlines for the Michigan Green Schools 2024-2025 program.
This webinar series explores how agencies, universities, and locally led organizations are working together to protect Michigan’s natural resources through the Michigan Invasive Species Program.
EGLE supplied a $10,000 grant to support exploration of the potential partnership between Goodwill Industries of West Michigan and Daika through the NextCycle Michigan program.
Companies like UP Paper in Manistique support Michigan’s economy by providing crucial manufacturing jobs.
