Tree of Heaven, Spotted Lanternfly, and Biology Camp | Brother Nature
The tree of heaven is already a giant problem across Michigan, and it may be drawing another invasive pest to its bark: the spotted lanternfly. We explore both and their looming threat on Brother Nature this week.
The tree of heaven is already a giant problem across Michigan, and it may be drawing another invasive pest to its bark: the spotted lanternfly. We explore both and their looming threat on Brother Nature this week.
Solar energy passes coal power on list of largest U.S. electricity sources for first time
The United States hit a clean energy milestone last month as the amount of electricity generated through solar power topped what was made by coal for the first time ever.
The United States hit a clean energy milestone last month as the amount of electricity generated through solar power topped what was made by coal for the first time ever.
Invasive Buckthorn and the secret weapon to fight it | Brother Nature
Buckthorn is among the invasive species that has taken the state of Michigan by storm. It covers nature centers, backyards, and more, and fighting it requires years of work. However, one Michigan land bank has found an efficient solution. Also on Brother Nature, National Trails and River Day in Canton Township.
Buckthorn is among the invasive species that has taken the state of Michigan by storm. It covers nature centers, backyards, and more, and fighting it requires years of work. However, one Michigan land bank has found an efficient solution. Also on Brother Nature, National Trails and River Day in Canton Township.
Royal Oak expands food waste composting program with more drop-off sites
Royal Oak residents now have more options for composting their food scraps after a program that started with bins at the Farmers Market expanded.
Royal Oak residents now have more options for composting their food scraps after a program that started with bins at the Farmers Market expanded.
Fowl play: Hundreds of live eggs smuggled as winter coats seized
Hundreds of live eggs that were claimed to be winter jackets were intercepted and seized by border patrol agents this week.
Hundreds of live eggs that were claimed to be winter jackets were intercepted and seized by border patrol agents this week.
National Park Service ranger dies while on patrol at Mount McKinley
A National Park Service ranger died Thursday after she fell into a crevasse while patrolling on Mount McKinley.
A National Park Service ranger died Thursday after she fell into a crevasse while patrolling on Mount McKinley.
Trump announces $700M coal initiative using Defense Production Act
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
President Donald Trump invoked the Defense Production Act on Thursday to order federal support for coal-based plants and projects.
Gallery: Latest fountain of lava breaks record at Hawaiian volcano
When lava shot into the air at Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano, the fountaining set a new record for the volcano which has been erupting for more than a year.
When lava shot into the air at Hawaii’s Kilauea volcano, the fountaining set a new record for the volcano which has been erupting for more than a year.
Erin Brockovich pushing for data center transparency as AI booms
Erin Brockovich says she’s received thousands of reports on AI data centers, and the most common concern is transparency. “If data centers are so great, why are they being built in secret?” she asks.
Erin Brockovich says she’s received thousands of reports on AI data centers, and the most common concern is transparency. “If data centers are so great, why are they being built in secret?” she asks.
Google aims to release 64 million “good" mosquitoes in California and Florida
Google’s Debug program promises its "good bugs" are designed to eliminate the disease-ridden "bad bugs."
Google’s Debug program promises its "good bugs" are designed to eliminate the disease-ridden "bad bugs."
Canada’s oil-rich province of Alberta to vote on separating from country
A vote will be held this fall on whether Alberta should stay in Canada or take legal steps under the Constitution to hold a binding referendum on leaving.
A vote will be held this fall on whether Alberta should stay in Canada or take legal steps under the Constitution to hold a binding referendum on leaving.
Michigan Native Plant Guide: What to add to a garden this spring and summer
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to take advantage of their benefits.
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to take advantage of their benefits.
Your Guide to Gardening with Native Plants | Brother Nature
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to explore their benefits and beauty than right now. On Brother Nature, we take a look at a New Boston prairie, the plant options at Michiganense Natives, and a starter program in Oakland County.
Native plants are having a moment and there is no better time to explore their benefits and beauty than right now. On Brother Nature, we take a look at a New Boston prairie, the plant options at Michiganense Natives, and a starter program in Oakland County.
Study finds half of tested Michigan beaches had unsafe contamination levels
An organization is warning Michigan swimmers about water quality concerns on beaches across the state.
An organization is warning Michigan swimmers about water quality concerns on beaches across the state.
Whale at center of rescue effort controversy found dead off Denmark coast
The humpback whale that rescuers tried to save two weeks ago after it became stranded in the Baltic Sea was found dead off a Danish island, authorities confirmed over the weekend.
The humpback whale that rescuers tried to save two weeks ago after it became stranded in the Baltic Sea was found dead off a Danish island, authorities confirmed over the weekend.
Pheasants in Detroit and Muskies in Lake Macatawa | Brother Nature
Meet the pheasants of Detroit, which will be the focus of the upcoming Flock Party. Also on Brother Nature this week, an acoustic telemetry project measuring the movements of muskies, as well as a new partnership between Oakland County Parks and Bloomfield Hills schools.
Meet the pheasants of Detroit, which will be the focus of the upcoming Flock Party. Also on Brother Nature this week, an acoustic telemetry project measuring the movements of muskies, as well as a new partnership between Oakland County Parks and Bloomfield Hills schools.
Michigan Orchard Frost Control, Cycling, and Bird Migration | Brother Nature
Predicting the last frost is tedious business with a lot on the line for Michigan farmers. At Spicer Orchards, they deploy a variety of methods to fight freezing temperatures and prevent their apple blossoms from dying from the cold. Also on Brother Nature, the Michigan League of Bicyclists, as well as bird migration on Whitefish Point.
Predicting the last frost is tedious business with a lot on the line for Michigan farmers. At Spicer Orchards, they deploy a variety of methods to fight freezing temperatures and prevent their apple blossoms from dying from the cold. Also on Brother Nature, the Michigan League of Bicyclists, as well as bird migration on Whitefish Point.
Michigan United Conservation Clubs shutting down after nearly 90 years of work
The MUCC board voted to dissolve, shuttering the organization that's been in operation since 1937.
The MUCC board voted to dissolve, shuttering the organization that's been in operation since 1937.
Hummingbirds and Baby Season at Wolcott Mills Metropark | Brother Nature
Hummingbirds are starting to appear around Michigan after making their long migration across the continent. And baby season has arrived at the Wolcott Mills Metropark in Ray Township. That means adorable sheep, goats, calves, and chicks to see this spring.
Hummingbirds are starting to appear around Michigan after making their long migration across the continent. And baby season has arrived at the Wolcott Mills Metropark in Ray Township. That means adorable sheep, goats, calves, and chicks to see this spring.
Minnesota cougar population reproduction evidence caught on camera
For the first time in over a century, researchers have documented evidence of cougars reproducing in Minnesota.
For the first time in over a century, researchers have documented evidence of cougars reproducing in Minnesota.