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Indigenous communities in Argentina bear the cost of the world’s lithium demand
Environment, Flint Area
Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund to host board meeting, community events in Flint
The Michigan Natural Resources Trust Fund’s 50th anniversary board meeting in Flint will highlight parks, public spaces and community partnerships.
Environment
Restoring Muskegon Lake: A model for recovery
Once a toxic hotspot, Muskegon Lake is now restored — proving that long-term investment and local leadership can revive degraded waters.
Environment
Entering a new century: Sam Passmore reflects on our Environment program’s next chapter
Sam Passmore reflects on the Mott Foundation’s evolving environment strategy, centering community, land, water, and long-term impact.
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Lighting the future
Kisêdjê leaders in Brazil’s Xingu Indigenous Territory fight for just, equitable access to solar energy through Brazil's federal Light for All program.
Environment
Iluminando o futuro
Lideranças Kisêdjê no Xingu lutam por acesso justo e equitativo à energia solar por meio do programa federal Luz para Todos.
Environment
In sub-Saharan Africa, solar power is benefitting people, communities and the planet
Programs supported by the Mott Foundation are increasing the use of solar power among farmers and other businesses in sub-Saharan Africa.
Environment
Mining that fuels the global transition to renewable energy may threaten Indigenous communities
The Mott Foundation provided funding for a recent summit in Argentina where Indigenous leaders discussed how to address concerns about lithium mining.
Environment
A Flint River sturgeon netted in Saginaw Bay signals progress in restoring the prehistoric species
Efforts to restore lake sturgeon in the Great Lakes are gaining traction and generating public interest in the prehistoric fish.
Environment
New approach to managing an old forest in northern Michigan could yield multiple benefits
With funding from the Mott Foundation, a conservation group is charting a new course for forest management in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula.