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.
SARA Title III establishes requirements regarding emergency planning and "Community Right-to-Know" reporting on hazardous and toxic chemicals for federal, state, local, and tribal governments, as well as regulated facilities.
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.
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy’s (EGLE) Water Well Viewer (WWV), is an interactive mapping system that displays water wells along with other information, such as wellhead protection areas, underground storage tanks, and sites of environmental contamination. Water well locations have been identified by address matching, the use of global positioning systems (GPS), and by legal descriptions.
This system allows water well drilling and pump installation contractors to submit water well records.
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.
Anyone wishing to formally serve legal documents upon the Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), or its officers or employees, may do so by the following methods.
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October 23, 2025
Eileen Boekestein (L), EGLE environmental education manager, with students and others at the Green Ribbon Schools event at West Maple Elementary School, part of Birmingham Public Schools. Staff from the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE), joined officials from the Michigan departments of Education (MDE) and Health and Human Services in Bloomfield Hills last week to recognize the environmental accomplishments of West Maple Elementary part of Birmingham Public Schools.
Earlier this year, the MDE announced that the school – along with the Lansing School District – were being honored with 2025 Michigan Green Ribbon Schools awards for their environmental efforts.
The award honors schools, districts, early learning centers, and post secondary institutions for reducing environmental impact and costs, improving health and wellness, and offering effective environmental sustainability education. The 2025 highlights report illustrates the accomplishments of the two honorees in these areas.
West Maple Elementary is empowering students to become environmental stewards through immersive outdoor education and sustainability-focused programs. From gardening with parent volunteers to support the Empty Bowls hunger relief project, to monthly school Green Team meetings featuring guest speakers from DTE Energy and Selfridge Air National Guard Base, students explore real-world solutions to climate challenges.
“We’re proud of our Michigan Green Ribbon School honorees, who demonstrate a commitment to sustainability, environmental education, and healthy living,” said Eileen Boekestein, EGLE’s environmental education manager, at the event. “These schools showcase their progress and dedication through a competitive application and review process as they make a positive difference in their communities and beyond.”
EGLE recognized the Lansing School District at the MI Student Sustainability Summit earlier this year. The school district is integrating sustainability in the area of STEM education. to prepare students for green careers. Through a citywide coalition grant, its Urban Forestry initiative offers paid internships, forestry courses at Lansing Tech, and a middle school forestry camp at Ebersole Environmental Education Center. Students engage in tree planting projects that improve air quality, reduce urban heat, and enhance stormwater management—gaining hands-on experience while improving their community.
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Nonpoint source pollution is Michigan’s leading cause of water pollution.
The need for regulatory reforms and sustained investment in dam safety has never been more urgent.
The event gives people the opportunity to dispose of their unused, expired, or unwanted prescription medications anonymously at thousands of collection sites nationwide.
The Great Lakes PFAS Summit will focus on sharing new methods of addressing contamination and presenting innovative technical solutions developed to address “forever” chemicals.
In recognition of Firewood Month, Michigan’s Invasive Species Program is taking a few minutes to unpack some firewood facts to help you make safe firewood choices to protect Michigan’s trees and forests.
EGLE invites Michiganders to learn, act, and help protect the Great Lakes from tiny plastic pollution
EGLE has partnered with the EPA and five Michigan communities to accelerate lead service line replacement.
State and federal funds support transition to benefit air quality, student health, school budgets
The passage of the FY26 state budget ensures that the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) can continue its vital work protecting our state’s air, land, water, and energy resources. While this year’s budget reflects a modest reduction for EGLE, it maintains core funding and staffing levels necessary to deliver on our mission to protect Michigan’s natural resources and safeguard public health. We appreciate the Governor and Legislature’s continued support for environmental protection and public health.
