Planet Detroit
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Local independent nonprofit environment and health journalism that holds power accountable, spotlights solutions and serves the community for Detroit and Michigan.
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STAFF SPOTLIGHT:
⭐ Isabelle Tavares ⭐
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⭐ Isabelle Tavares ⭐
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November 20, 2025 at 5:06 PM
STAFF SPOTLIGHT:
⭐ Isabelle Tavares ⭐
Support this work during NewsMatch when your donation is doubled!
Your gift strengthens bilingual, accessible journalism for Metro Detroit.
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⭐ Isabelle Tavares ⭐
Support this work during NewsMatch when your donation is doubled!
Your gift strengthens bilingual, accessible journalism for Metro Detroit.
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November 14, 2025 at 9:01 PM
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This is what functioning civic infrastructure looks like.
Our BASF coverage didn't just inform—it created pressure that forced enforcement action.
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November 11, 2025 at 6:21 PM
This is what functioning civic infrastructure looks like.
Our BASF coverage didn't just inform—it created pressure that forced enforcement action.
Story → Investigation → Action → Response → Change
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Our BASF coverage didn't just inform—it created pressure that forced enforcement action.
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November 3, 2025 at 3:46 PM
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Have you found Planet Detroit on NextDoor yet? Follow us there and connect with your neighbors around our local journalism!
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October 31, 2025 at 8:06 PM
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Excited to steer a panel on regional climate resilience at the upcoming State of the Huron Conference! We'll dive deep into the Raincatchers Collective project and ask our audience for their ideas on scalable collaborative green infrastructure investment. #StateofTheHuron
October 17, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Excited to steer a panel on regional climate resilience at the upcoming State of the Huron Conference! We'll dive deep into the Raincatchers Collective project and ask our audience for their ideas on scalable collaborative green infrastructure investment. #StateofTheHuron
Planet Detroit's Isabelle Tavares was selected for a year-long reporting Pulitzer Center. Fellowship, StoryReach Midwest. Our bilingual project titled Heat and Harm: climate change on the job will investigate how extreme heat impacts Michigan's Latino workers.
October 13, 2025 at 5:11 PM
Planet Detroit's Isabelle Tavares was selected for a year-long reporting Pulitzer Center. Fellowship, StoryReach Midwest. Our bilingual project titled Heat and Harm: climate change on the job will investigate how extreme heat impacts Michigan's Latino workers.
Got a sustainable gift idea for 2025? Planet Detroit is listening
Planet Detroit is supporting local makers and small businesses by curating a sustainable holiday gift guide, spotlighting eco-friendly and socially responsible products and services.
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Planet Detroit is supporting local makers and small businesses by curating a sustainable holiday gift guide, spotlighting eco-friendly and socially responsible products and services.
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September 26, 2025 at 4:08 PM
Got a sustainable gift idea for 2025? Planet Detroit is listening
Planet Detroit is supporting local makers and small businesses by curating a sustainable holiday gift guide, spotlighting eco-friendly and socially responsible products and services.
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Planet Detroit is supporting local makers and small businesses by curating a sustainable holiday gift guide, spotlighting eco-friendly and socially responsible products and services.
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The Detroit River lost “probably 95%” of its coastal wetlands, “particularly on the Detroit side,” says riverkeeper Bob Burns. buff.ly/l8FJgvS
August 28, 2025 at 8:22 PM
The Detroit River lost “probably 95%” of its coastal wetlands, “particularly on the Detroit side,” says riverkeeper Bob Burns. buff.ly/l8FJgvS
Community health workers (CHWs) are helping Michiganders stay housed, healthy and connected to care. Join Planet Detroit for a free webinar on Aug. 8 at 12 PM ET to learn what's at stake for CHWs as a result of federal Medicaid cuts. buff.ly/wg1Hzlv
August 7, 2025 at 4:07 PM
Community health workers (CHWs) are helping Michiganders stay housed, healthy and connected to care. Join Planet Detroit for a free webinar on Aug. 8 at 12 PM ET to learn what's at stake for CHWs as a result of federal Medicaid cuts. buff.ly/wg1Hzlv
🗳️ It’s primary day, Detroit! 🗳️
We’ve got you covered with everything you need to cast your vote and follow the results.
✅ Find your polling place
🎙️ Watch interviews with mayoral candidates
📊 Get live election returns
Start here: planetdetroit.org/detroit-voting
We’ve got you covered with everything you need to cast your vote and follow the results.
✅ Find your polling place
🎙️ Watch interviews with mayoral candidates
📊 Get live election returns
Start here: planetdetroit.org/detroit-voting
August 5, 2025 at 5:16 PM
🗳️ It’s primary day, Detroit! 🗳️
We’ve got you covered with everything you need to cast your vote and follow the results.
✅ Find your polling place
🎙️ Watch interviews with mayoral candidates
📊 Get live election returns
Start here: planetdetroit.org/detroit-voting
We’ve got you covered with everything you need to cast your vote and follow the results.
✅ Find your polling place
🎙️ Watch interviews with mayoral candidates
📊 Get live election returns
Start here: planetdetroit.org/detroit-voting
🌅 Scenes from a beautiful night on the water with our board, staff, and Impact Partners ⛵
We’re so grateful for this community of people working together for a healthier, more just environment in Detroit.
We’re so grateful for this community of people working together for a healthier, more just environment in Detroit.
August 4, 2025 at 3:24 PM
🌅 Scenes from a beautiful night on the water with our board, staff, and Impact Partners ⛵
We’re so grateful for this community of people working together for a healthier, more just environment in Detroit.
We’re so grateful for this community of people working together for a healthier, more just environment in Detroit.
Not all candidates are the same when it comes to Detroit’s environment. The Detroit Environmental Agenda’s 2025 Voter’s Guide breaks down candidate positions so you can show up informed for the primary. Take a look at the full guide at bit.ly/2025-voter-guide, and make your plan to vote by Aug. 5.
August 1, 2025 at 3:34 PM
Not all candidates are the same when it comes to Detroit’s environment. The Detroit Environmental Agenda’s 2025 Voter’s Guide breaks down candidate positions so you can show up informed for the primary. Take a look at the full guide at bit.ly/2025-voter-guide, and make your plan to vote by Aug. 5.
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July 22, 2025 at 6:01 PM
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🚗💊 Trouble getting to a doctor, clinic, or pharmacy in Detroit?
We’re reporting with @eleanorecatolico on how transportation affects health care access—and we want to hear your story.
Talk on or off the record.
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We’re reporting with @eleanorecatolico on how transportation affects health care access—and we want to hear your story.
Talk on or off the record.
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July 18, 2025 at 4:33 PM
🚗💊 Trouble getting to a doctor, clinic, or pharmacy in Detroit?
We’re reporting with @eleanorecatolico on how transportation affects health care access—and we want to hear your story.
Talk on or off the record.
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We’re reporting with @eleanorecatolico on how transportation affects health care access—and we want to hear your story.
Talk on or off the record.
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As Canadian wildfire smoke blankets Michigan, EGLE’s air quality alert urges residents to limit outdoor activities, avoid burning, and keep windows closed, highlighting the health risks for sensitive groups statewide.
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July 14, 2025 at 12:19 PM
As Canadian wildfire smoke blankets Michigan, EGLE’s air quality alert urges residents to limit outdoor activities, avoid burning, and keep windows closed, highlighting the health risks for sensitive groups statewide.
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🥕 Michigan wastes enough food to feed every family in the state. In an op-ed, Michigan Sustainable Business Forum director Daniel Schoonmaker outlines 10 policy wins he says could cut this waste, reduce climate pollution, and save $1 billion in economic value. planetdetroit.org/2025/05/mich...
May 25, 2025 at 3:05 PM
🥕 Michigan wastes enough food to feed every family in the state. In an op-ed, Michigan Sustainable Business Forum director Daniel Schoonmaker outlines 10 policy wins he says could cut this waste, reduce climate pollution, and save $1 billion in economic value. planetdetroit.org/2025/05/mich...
Voices: Keeping food out of landfills could save money, reduce emissions, and build healthier communities.
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May 25, 2025 at 9:22 AM
Voices: Keeping food out of landfills could save money, reduce emissions, and build healthier communities.
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Michigan sends nearly 2 billion pounds of food to landfills annually, but solutions like tech tools, composting, and food donations offer hope. Here are 5 ways to be a part of the solution.
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May 24, 2025 at 6:21 PM
Michigan sends nearly 2 billion pounds of food to landfills annually, but solutions like tech tools, composting, and food donations offer hope. Here are 5 ways to be a part of the solution.
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Darwin Baas is leading Kent County's effort to transform waste management, prioritizing recovery and energy generation over landfilling. Despite systemic obstacles, his vision for a sustainable waste-to-energy system remains steadfast.
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May 23, 2025 at 5:09 PM
Darwin Baas is leading Kent County's effort to transform waste management, prioritizing recovery and energy generation over landfilling. Despite systemic obstacles, his vision for a sustainable waste-to-energy system remains steadfast.
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In Detroit, grassroots efforts like Sanctuary Farms and Midtown Composting are pioneering food waste reduction and equitable composting. Despite hurdles, these initiatives are crafting localized systems for a sustainable future. planetdetroit.org/2025/05/mich...
May 20, 2025 at 4:56 PM
In Detroit, grassroots efforts like Sanctuary Farms and Midtown Composting are pioneering food waste reduction and equitable composting. Despite hurdles, these initiatives are crafting localized systems for a sustainable future. planetdetroit.org/2025/05/mich...
Michigan ranks 8th in the nation for food waste, with over 1.5 million tons decomposing in landfills annually, generating methane and driving climate change. Orgs like Food Rescue US are working to mitigate the impact by redistributing food to those in need. planetdetroit.org/2025/05/mich...
May 19, 2025 at 12:34 PM
Michigan ranks 8th in the nation for food waste, with over 1.5 million tons decomposing in landfills annually, generating methane and driving climate change. Orgs like Food Rescue US are working to mitigate the impact by redistributing food to those in need. planetdetroit.org/2025/05/mich...
🌍 Michigan wastes 1.5M tons of food a year. But there's another way.
Join @planetdetroit for Compost or combust, a free webinar on May 29 at 1 pm, to learn how local leaders are fighting food waste and climate pollution.
🔗 RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/1355117415669
#FoodWaste #Michigan #ClimateAction
Join @planetdetroit for Compost or combust, a free webinar on May 29 at 1 pm, to learn how local leaders are fighting food waste and climate pollution.
🔗 RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/1355117415669
#FoodWaste #Michigan #ClimateAction
May 18, 2025 at 3:48 PM
🌍 Michigan wastes 1.5M tons of food a year. But there's another way.
Join @planetdetroit for Compost or combust, a free webinar on May 29 at 1 pm, to learn how local leaders are fighting food waste and climate pollution.
🔗 RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/1355117415669
#FoodWaste #Michigan #ClimateAction
Join @planetdetroit for Compost or combust, a free webinar on May 29 at 1 pm, to learn how local leaders are fighting food waste and climate pollution.
🔗 RSVP: eventbrite.com/e/1355117415669
#FoodWaste #Michigan #ClimateAction
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Detroit's GESU Catholic School is taking a step towards sustainability with the help of We ReUse, a Veteran- and Woman-owned company, which donated 200 stainless steel sporks to the school during Earth Week. 🌍💚 planetdetroit.org/2025/04/detr...
Detroit's GESU Catholic School is taking a step towards sustainability with the help of We ReUse, a Veteran- and Woman-owned company, which donated 200 stainless steel sporks to the school during Earth Week. 🌍💚 planetdetroit.org/2025/04/detr...
April 22, 2025 at 7:07 PM
SPONSORED POST:
Detroit's GESU Catholic School is taking a step towards sustainability with the help of We ReUse, a Veteran- and Woman-owned company, which donated 200 stainless steel sporks to the school during Earth Week. 🌍💚 planetdetroit.org/2025/04/detr...
Detroit's GESU Catholic School is taking a step towards sustainability with the help of We ReUse, a Veteran- and Woman-owned company, which donated 200 stainless steel sporks to the school during Earth Week. 🌍💚 planetdetroit.org/2025/04/detr...