Harmful Algal Blooms

Harmful algal blooms are a growing concern in the Great Lakes. The toxins they produce can close beaches and even poison drinking water. What’s fueling these blooms? Phosphorus – a key ingredient in agricultural fertilizers. But the way it’s being used comes at a cost.

Harmful algal blooms are a growing concern in the Great Lakes. The toxins they produce can close beaches and even poison drinking water. What’s fueling these blooms? Phosphorus – a key ingredient in agricultural fertilizers. But the way it’s being used comes at a cost.

Realtors and interest groups opposed to regulation are shaping septic system policies in Michigan's state and local politics.Realtors don't like the idea…

Realtors and interest groups opposed to regulation are shaping septic system policies in Michigan's state and local politics.Realtors don't like the idea…

You’ve probably heard about harmful blue-green algae on Lake Erie (it's actually not algae at all - it's cyanobacteria). A large bloom of it famously shut…