Helping to strengthen the health, safety and vibrancy of our shared communities, Enbridge relies on a collaborative approach to working with communities throughout our operational area. Learning their diverse perspectives and unique experiences also enables us to determine how we can best support their priorities and goals through the ongoing operation of Line 5 in the Straits of Mackinac, including Enbridge’s planned construction of the Great Lake Tunnel Project.
In addition to dedicating resources in which our employees volunteer with not-for-profit organizations and first response agencies, Enbridge engages with local communities across the state. Fulfilling our commitment to meaningful engagement that serves to listen as well as inform, Enbridge:
Recognizing the value of Line 5, 32 Michigan counties—19 where Enbridge has direct operations and 13 that also experience Line 5’s benefits—have passed resolutions supporting Line 5’s continued operation in the Straits.
While Michigan and four other states benefit from Line 5 in the Straits, hearing firsthand from the communities nearest Line 5 is important to us. Their input will help shape the next steps in our region’s energy future as Enbridge prepares to construct the Great Lakes Tunnel, which will:
Approximately 70% of Michiganders support the critical modernization project for Line 5, which safely transports up to 540,000 barrels per day of light crude oil, light synthetic crude and natural gas liquids.
In addition to gasoline, diesel and other fuels, product from Line 5 provides propane for heat, as well as the raw material used in the manufacture of more than 6,000 products, including smartphones, computers, televisions, medicine, cosmetics, eyewear, recreational equipment, clothing, bicycles, and vehicles, to name a few.
To foster engagement and address questions about Line 5 and the Great Lakes Tunnel, Enbridge offers various resources, including:
For additional information, call toll free 1-855-869-8209 or send an e-mail to us at line5info@enbridge.com.