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.
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Materials management is the repurpose or disposal of end-of-life products. It is meant be more comprehensive than just trash management, and instead seek the highest and best use practices for all materials; this includes, but is not limited to, recyclables, organics, and solid wastes. Communities who pursue alternatives to landfilling will reduce their environmental impact as well as contribute toward a circular economy. Municipalities should strive to establish convenient and inclusive access to recycling, composting, and waste disposal for both residential and commercial community members.
The following provides tangible actions catalyst communities can take to enable a just transition to decarbonization as it pertains to responsibly managing materials, and coincides with Michigan Green Communities. Relevant resources, webinars, and community examples accompany each action below.
Establish baseline data by tracking and measuring the amount of residential municipal solid waste generated and recycled. Assessing the amount and composition of the waste generated by a community is an essential first step to guide waste diversion goals and improvements over time.
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Commit to purchasing sustainable goods and services. This can be done by developing a municipal sustainable purchasing policy that sets standards for energy efficient appliances, energy efficient equipment, energy efficient technology, recycled products, recyclable products, environmentally/socially certified products, local products, organic products, etc.
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Reduce residential and commercial solid waste by increasing recycling. Municipalities can develop and promote information campaigns that highlight recycling guidelines in the community. Additionally, municipalities can leverage resources and partnerships to implement various recycling programs such as curbside carts, public drop-off centers, and collection events to increase opportunities for recycling.
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Help residents safely and responsibly dispose of hazardous household wastes to protect the health of people and the environment. Bring public awareness to existing household hazardous waste disposal opportunities and work with regional partners to create and expand programs.
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Reduce residential and commercial solid waste by increasing composting of organic materials. Local governments can explore the possibility of implementing residential organic waste programs, restaurant food scrap collections, public drop-off centers, neighborhood compost bins, etc.
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In the MI Healthy Climate Plan, cutting food waste in half by 2030 is one of the key recommendations for Michigan to achieving carbon neutrality. Food waste is defined as any food that is grown and produced for human consumption but ultimately is not eaten. Consumer-facing businesses and homes represent over 80 percent(%) of all food waste generated.
EGLE Food Waste and Recovery Resources
EPA: Preventing Wasted Food in Your Community: A Social Marketing Toolkit
EPA: Sustainable Management of Food
Draft National Strategy for Reducing Food Loss and Waste and Recycling Organics
Zero Food Waste Coalition
ReFed Resources and Guides
NRDC Policy and Program Toolkit for Tackling Food Waste in Cities
Make Food Not Waste
EGLE Food Waste Roadmap
Model Ordinance on Mandatory Reporting for Large Food Waste Generators
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Ferndale Zero Waste
Emmet County Residential Food Waste Program / Commercial Food Waste Program
Emmet County Zero Waste Events
Zero Waste Washtenaw
City of Chicago Food Scrap Drop-Off
