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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April 17, 2026
Along with this warmer weather this spring and summer, we may also see higher levels of ozone and fine particulate matter in the air. On days like this, meteorologists at the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) may call an Air Quality Alert. Signing up for air quality alerts is the best way to stay informed about Michigan’s air quality.
An Air Quality Alert is called when two or more (or widespread) air monitors are expected to reach or exceed any of the Unhealthy for Sensitive Groups (Orange), Unhealthy (Red), Very Unhealthy (Purple) or Hazardous (Maroon) thresholds. Air Quality Alerts are designed to raise awareness of poor air quality conditions that may impact those with underlying health issues and the public.
An alert is designed to raise heightened awareness because all health groups are included, can be affected, and should take action to help protect themselves. When an alert is called, it will include the expected description and color categories in the Air Quality Index or AQI, to help people understand forecasted pollution levels. An alert may be called for ozone, particulate matter, or both.
The AQI, provides a color-coded framework for residents to see the levels of some types of air pollution in their area. The higher the AQI, the worse the air quality and the more cause for concern. The AQI is used for ground-level ozone and particulates.
Air Quality Index basics for ozone and particle pollution chart AQI basics for ozone and particle pollution chart
You can sign up for alerts through the EnviroFlash system. This subscriber system enables you to select the area for which you would like to receive alerts. The system will send the alert directly to your email or send you a text message.
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) urges residents to monitor air quality conditions in their area and adjust their level of physical activity according to the Your Health and Wildfire Smoke guidance. People with heart or lung disease, older adults, children and teens, pregnant people, and outdoor workers may be more susceptible to the impacts of wildfire smoke.
During wildfire smoke events and high ground-level ozone, individuals participating in outdoor recreational activities may be impacted.
If you are considering burning, always check to see if it is permitted in your area. Check the map and regulations at Michigan.gov/BurnPermit. Always practice safety when conducting any type of burning activity.
During wildfire events, it is recommended that, when possible, you avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma. Watch for symptoms including wheezing, coughing, chest tightness, dizziness, or burning in nose, throat, and eyes. You can help reduce air pollution by limiting activities, such as:
Tips for households:
Keep windows closed overnight to prevent smoke from getting indoors and, if possible, run central air conditioning with MERV-13 or higher rated filters.
During high ozone events, it is recommended that, when possible, you avoid strenuous outdoor activities, especially those with heart disease and respiratory conditions like asthma.
People and businesses are urged to avoid activities which can lead to ozone formation. These activities include:
Positive activities include:
These resources may be helpful to you if you are looking to learn more about air quality in your area, specifically around wildfires and smoke impacts.
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The 30th National Prescription Drug Take Back Day and YesRx’s cancer medication donation event are taking place in Michigan in late April.
Consistent management is the key to keeping the fishery-destroying invader in check.
This new tool is designed to help people easily explore the status and scope of water infrastructure projects taking place across Michigan
Now is a good time to plan for spring treatment of hemlock wooly adelgid, an invasive species.
The immersive story map has been released just in time for EGLE’s annual climate conference
Concerted efforts in Northern Michigan are helping to save the endangered shorebird.
CLMP volunteers monitor water quality, invasive species, and habitat conditions in Michigan lakes.
EGLE is hosting several training opportunities on water-related topics for local leaders and the public.
The USGS helicopter surveys will continue through summer over 16 Southwest Michigan counties to map geology and aquifers.
