Rotting food, rising heat: How Michigan’s landfills help drive methane pollution

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Rotting food, rising heat: How Michigan’s landfills help drive methane pollution

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Michigan lacks policies to prevent food waste from landfills, contributing to climate pollution. Grassroots efforts aim to reduce waste.

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