Michigan Supreme Court Overturns Key Permit for Enbridge Line 5 Tunnel, Citing Environmental Law Violations

The Michigan Supreme Court has overturned a crucial state permit for Enbridge Energy's proposed Line 5 oil pipeline tunnel beneath the Straits of Mackinac. The court ruled that the Michigan Public Service Commission failed to comply with state environmental law and the public trust doctrine, sending the permit back for further review. This decision is a significant victory for Tribal Nations and environmental advocates seeking to protect the Great Lakes.