News
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The good, the bad and the ugly about ozone
Published on July 31, 2014
When the sun comes out, temperatures go up and there is air pollution, ozone formation occurs. -
Google Earth is an excellent tool for landowners
Published on July 18, 2014
Landowners can create excellent and useful maps of their property using the freely-available Google Earth program. -
Energy, water and land use: How do they affect each other in a changing climate?
Published on July 18, 2014
Water supply, land use and energy production are all impacted by climate change. How these three sectors interact complicate climate change mitigation and adaptation decisions. -
June 2014 Landowner Oil and Gas Newsletter
Published on June 20, 2014
The June 2014 issue of the Landowner Oil and Gas newsletter features FracFocus, and a Michigan Crude Oil and Petroleum Act 16 amendment. -
FracFocus is a useful information source about hydraulic fracturing chemicals
Published on June 4, 2014
The national FracFocus website helps landowners and local officials learn more about high volume hydraulic fracturing chemicals used in Michigan. Well drillers may soon be required to post information on that site. -
Background drinking water testing before oil and gas development: What should a landowner do?
Published on June 4, 2014
Homeowners concerned about potential impacts of nearby oil and gas development on their personal drinking water well should consider testing their wells before drilling begins to establish baseline data. -
USDA REAP grant applications sought to implement energy conservation practices, bioenergy projects
Published on May 9, 2014
Attention REAP applicants, installers, partners and grant writers – it’s time to apply for grant dollars and low interest loans to implement energy conservation practices. -
How much heat energy is in firewood?
Published on March 2, 2014
In the face of historically bitter winter weather, heating fuel prices are at record highs due to shortages in many traditionally plentiful fuel supplies. Wood for heat may be a practical alternative to fossil fuels for some homeowners. -
New Farm Bill increases funding for implementing on-farm energy conservation
Published on February 23, 2014
The new Farm Bill increases funding for energy conservation practice implementation. MSU Extension programs target dairy farmers who want to implement energy conservation practices to reduce energy costs. -
Save money by understanding your heating system
Published on January 30, 2014
Simple maintenance on your heating and cooling systems can save energy and money.