Press Room
Who To Contact
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As a journalist who reported on environmental issues in Michigan for 22 years, MEC's Communications Director, Hugh McDiarmid, Jr., is sensitive to the needs of other journalists. He can field questions from reporters or direct them to the most appropriate expert on our staff or within MEC's coalition of environmental and public health organizations in Michigan. |
About MEC
The
Michigan Environmental Council (MEC) provides a collective
voice for the environment at the local, state and federal
levels. Working with our 70+ member groups and their collective
membership of more than 200,000 residents, MEC is addressing
the primary assaults on Michigan’s environment; promoting
alternatives to urban blight and suburban sprawl; advocating
for a sustainable environment and economy; protecting Michigan’s
water legacy; promoting cleaner energy; and working to diminish
environmental impacts on children’s health.
Since
our inception in 1980, MEC has been responsible for countless
victories for our environment. To learn more about our work, visit our pages on our:
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Our Publications
MEC produces three publications:
- Michigan Environmental Report, or MER, is MEC's quarterly newsletter. It is distributed to all of MEC's donors and members, as well as other interested parties. Printed in full color, this 24-page publication features reports on what's happening in Michigan's environment, how state officials are dealing with those issues, and how MEC is poised to help.
- MEC's Annual Report details the organization's work and progress on all of its issue areas: energy, water, health, growth, law, education and history. Download MEC's last two annual reports here:
- Michigan Environmental Briefing Book is a biannual publication that lists the most urgent public health and natural resource problems facing Michigan. Produced for the public, lawmakers, and reporters, this publication shares causes, real solutions, and issue experts. Download the 2007-2008 briefing book here.
- Capitol Updates are released weekly by MEC's Policy Director and Deputy Policy Director.
- Research Reports are generated regularly by the issue experts on MEC's staff.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What makes MEC a "council"?
MEC is a coalition of more than 75 environmental and public health organizations representing more than 200,000 individuals in Michigan. MEC uses that strength in numbers to promote its environmental goals in the state legislature and among decision makers throughout the state.
How can my organization become a member of MEC?
Visit our membership page to learn more about what it takes to be a member. An application form is provided there.
What types of environmental issues does MEC focus on?
Visit our issues page to learn more about our primary issues: Land use, water use, environmental health, energy, education, and government.
Is MEC driven by policy or science?
We are a policy-driven organization guided by the scientific expertise of our program staff and outside experts.
How can I get a copy of MEC's quarterly newsletter, the Michigan Environmental Report, or other MEC publications?
To receive any of MEC's publications, contact MEC Communications Director Hugh McDiarmid at hugh@environmentalcouncil.org or (517) 487-9541.
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