Pollution in our water is measured in parts per billion, so there is truly no room for error in protecting the water we drink. In recent years, Michiganders have come to know better than most just how high the stakes can be when a community’s clean water is compromised.
Whether it’s the Flint water crisis, toxic algae plaguing our lakes, or oil spills clogging our rivers, there has been no shortage of threats facing our clean water.
But it does not have to be this way. While our elected leaders can’t always predict the next crisis facing our water, they can and should be taking steps to deal with problems in our water before they become full-blown crises. The trouble is that too often our elected leaders do not prioritize protecting our clean water.
That’s why the actions of Michigan LCV members (people like you!) are so important. You, the voter, have the power to help ensure that Michigan’s water supply is safe and secure.
If we work together, Michiganders can make big things happen for our clean water. In this section you can find about recent victories and setbacks in the fight for clean, safe drinking water, as well as new opportunities for you to take action:
Lansing, MI – The Michigan League of Conservation Voters (Michigan LCV) today issued the following statement following Gov. Gretchen Whitmer’s executive order of sweeping actions to . . .
Over the past month, we have seen the disastrous effects of climate change play out across the country. The devastating wildfires on . . .
LANSING – The Michigan League of Conservation Voters today issued the following statement after beverage industry businesses renewed their call to make . . .
August 4th Primary Election, Bold Action on PFAS, and Protections for our Public Lands Dear Michigan LCV Family, Welcome to . . .
LANSING – The Michigan League of Conservation Voters today issued the following statement regarding Maximum Contaminant Levels (MCLs) for PFAS, which cleared the final . . .
OSCODA, Mich. – Impacted Oscoda residents were joined by Congressman Dan Kildee at a virtual press conference today to urge the U.S. . . .
LANSING – The Michigan League of Conservation Voters today hailed an announcement by Governor Gretchen Whitmer in which she issued guidance for restarting bottle . . .
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – The Michigan League of Conservation Voters today issued the following statement after President Trump’s administration made two announcements within days . . .
Bipartisan “Filter First” bills are cost-effective solution to protect drinking water for kids Today the Michigan House Natural Resources and Outdoor Recreation . . .
LANSING – The Michigan League of Conservation Voters today blasted House Bill 5423, legislation that would alter Michigan’s bottle deposit laws and . . .