Dirty Truth 2.0 - How do Michigan Utilities Stack Up?
October 3, 2022
On October 3rd, the Sierra Club released an update to our report, The Dirty Truth About Utility Climate Pledges Version 2, that examines the long-term plans of the 50 US utility parent companies that remain most invested in coal and fossil gas...
Do You Have A Plan To Vote?
September 15, 2022
By Tim Minotas
As the November general election draws near and absentee ballots start to circulate at the end of this month, the Michigan Chapter encourages supporters to get prepared!
Electing environmental advocates to local, state...
Oakland County Is About To Pass Its Most Environmentally-Friendly Budget In Its History.
September 15, 2022
In Oakland County’s upcoming budget, commissioners will be voting on both funding and staff to fight climate change and protect our environment. The budget is of critical importance, and is the most significant local piece of climate legislation...
Support Sierra Club Endorsed Candidates!
September 15, 2022
By Tim Minotas
As the November general election draws near and absentee ballots start to circulate at the end of this month, Michigan Chapter members are encouraged to learn about Sierra Club-endorsed candidates.
Electing environmental...
National Drive Electric Week Highlights Clean Electric Vehicles
September 15, 2022
By Tim Minotas
National Drive Electric Week from Sept. 23 to Oct. 3 is a campaign of free events across the country that highlight the many benefits of clean electric vehicles (EVs). During the week, in-person and online events will provide...
Army Corps Hears From Hundreds on Line 5
September 15, 2022
By Julie Geisenger
Hundreds descended upon Little Bear East Arena in St. Ignace on Sept. 8 to give public comment on the proposed Line 5 Tunnel...
Controlling Disease Transmission with Renewable Energy
September 2, 2022
The environment and health go hand in hand. Damaging the environment damages health by increasing the transmission of pathogens, all the more reason to promote solar, wind farms and other forms of renewable energy.
Rain Gardens to the Rescue are on the Way!
September 1, 2022
Summer is well underway and that means Sierra Club Michigan Chapter is busy leading rain garden installations across the city of Detroit.
Making Waves in Grand Haven
September 1, 2022
photo credit: Jan O'Connell
A city known for its sandy beaches, picturesque lighthouse and sunsets is now charting its path to become a sustainable city. Sustainable cities aren’t just a lofty goal of eco-enthusiasts and city...
Join the Sierra Club Social Media Swarm!
August 18, 2022
The Sierra Club Michigan Chapter needs your help. In an era of rampant misinformation on social media, it is more important than ever that our messages are widely viewed. Help us inform the public about all of the amazing work happening at the...