Events

Join Us June 9:  The Dirty Truth About Line 5 Tunnel Construction

At our June Campaign Briefing, we’ll discuss the local impacts of the proposed Line 5 tunnel, poised to turn the Straits of Mackinac into a multi-year industrialized construction zone. 

Just what would construction look like? Picture cranes taller than the Statue of Liberty, heavy construction equipment, industrial lighting, blasting and excavation, barge traffic, road disruptions, and more. What would it sound like? Constant noise and vibrations. 

This project would undoubtedly cause significant disruption to nearby residents, local businesses, tourism activity, Tribal cultural practices, not to mention the scenic character of the Straits region for the next six years. And these are only some of the impacts!

We’ll also talk about the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) permit for Enbridge’s proposed Line 5 oil tunnel, a key water discharge permit that the State of Michigan is now taking public comments on through June 30. Whether you plan to submit a written public comment or speak at the upcoming hearing on June 18, we’ll have some helpful messaging hints to share with you.

This permit is not routine construction paperwork. It would authorize Enbridge to discharge up to nearly 7 million gallons per day of industrial construction wastewater into Lake Michigan, including up to 5 million gallons per day from Mackinaw City, 1 million gallons per day from St. Ignace, nearly another million gallons per day of hydrostatic test water, and additional stormwater discharges.

Come meet the organizing team and volunteers who are building the grassroots pressure needed to protect the Great Lakes and shut down Line 5. We'll show you concrete ways to amplify your impact and answer any questions you might have.