Michigan Supreme Court rejects permit for Enbridge oil pipeline under Great Lakes
Michigan's highest court blocked a permit for an oil pipeline tunnel planned under the Great Lakes and sent it back for regulators to review. The pipeline is being developed by Enbridge. The court's decision means the project cannot move forward in its current form.
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6 sourcesAttorneys and advocates cheer Michigan Supreme Court decision demanding new Line 5 permit review
Ran by 2 outlets· Wisconsin Examiner, Michigan Advance
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6 sourcesRan by 15 outlets across the spectrum· WZZM Grand Rapids, WTOP Washington DC, +4 more
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6 sourcesRan by 15 outlets across the spectrum· Toledo Blade, Jonesboro Sun, +3 more
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2 developments- Jul 31Michigan Supreme Court vacates approval of Line 5 tunnel
- Aug 3Line 5 permits overturned by Michigan Supreme Court
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Quiet for 75 daysLast development · Aug 3 — Line 5 permits overturned by Michigan Supreme Court
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