Michigan’s Supreme Court is set to hear a pivotal case against Enbridge’s Line 5 pipeline, as opponents claim legal violations in the approval of an oil tunnel under the Straits of Mackinac. Meanwhile, a new report by Clean Wisconsin highlights the dire impact of nitrate pollution from fertilizers and manure, forcing families to endure higher water costs and health risks. A staggering 16 million pounds of excess fertilizer were used in 2022 alone. The episode also teases a deep dive into data centers’ hidden effects on our resources, urging listeners to explore further on the Defender Podcast.