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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May 05, 2026
Air Quality Awareness Week is an opportunity to focus on the air we breathe every day. Understanding the air quality around your home, school, or workplace can help you make healthier choices for yourself and your community. Becoming “air aware” doesn’t require technical expertise—just a few practical habits and reliable tools.
A key tool is the Air Quality Index (AQI), a color-coded scale that translates complex pollution data into simple categories ranging from “Good” to “Hazardous.” Checking the AQI daily —much like checking the weather— can help you decide when it’s a good time for outdoor activities or when you may want to limit your time outside.
Air Quality Index basics for ozone and particle pollution chart. To stay informed, consider signing up for AQI alerts through the EnviroFlash system. These notifications let you know when air quality reaches unhealthy levels so you can adjust your plans in real time.
In Michigan, residents have access to a robust network of air monitoring resources. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) operates monitoring stations statewide that measure pollutants such as ozone, carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, nitrogen oxides, fine particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10), and lead. Additional pollutants—such as trace metals, volatile organic compounds (VOCs), polyaromatic hydrocarbons (PAHs), black carbon, and carbonyls—are also monitored. Current and historical conditions can be explored using the MiAir Dashboard, an easy-to-use online tool for viewing air quality trends.
Beyond monitoring, community involvement is expanding through air sensors. These small, affordable devices can be used by individuals, community groups, municipalities, industry, or health agencies to supplement information from regulatory monitors. Learning how sensors work, sharing data, or participating in community air initiatives are all simple ways to get involved. The Purple Air site displays particulate matter data from sensors placed wherever a power source and Wi‑Fi are available. It’s important to remember that readings from these sensors can be influenced by nearby activities such as recreational fires, smoking, or lawn equipment.
A PurpleAir monitor. Air awareness becomes especially important during wildfire events, which are becoming more common in the Midwest due to smoke drifting from other regions. Smoke can cause AQI levels to change quickly. On smoky days, it’s best to stay indoors with windows closed, avoid strenuous outdoor activities, and use high‑efficiency air filters if possible.
Ultimately, being air aware means staying informed and taking small steps that protect your health. By understanding the AQI, using tools like the MiAir Dashboard, signing up for alerts, and knowing how to respond during poor air quality events, all Michiganders can help create healthier communities.
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Now is the time to get rid of hazardous household items that you no longer need through locally sponsored collection programs.
Irvine’s legacy is written in clearer skies, stronger rules, and the many staff whose careers he helped shape.
Members of the media and public are invited to a special open house to learn more about a unique low-altitude aerial survey underway in Southwest Michigan to gather data about groundwater
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) today announced that $99,965 will be awarded through 20 grants to local governments and nonprofit organizations for stream cleanup and monitoring through the Michigan Clean Water Corps (MiCorps) Program. These annual grants help foster local stewardship and a sense of community while providing valuable data used to protect Michigan’s waters.
As part of Public Service Recognition Week, MI Environment is highlighting the work of the more than 1,600 staffers at EGLE.
Understanding your drinking water is the first step to conserving and protecting it.
Last year alone, EGLE invested more than $11.8 million in grants to advance composting and recycling.
Analysis will inform comprehensive strategy for consumer battery outreach, recycling, and reprocessing
EGLE can help provide free, practical compliance assistance to help small businesses
