Congress approves funding bill for Michigan infrastructure and Great Lakes protection

Congress approves funding bill for Michigan infrastructure and Great Lakes protection
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The U.S. Congress has approved a funding bill to protect the Great Lakes, fund construction on the Soo Locks, help prevent flooding, and mitigate PFAS contamination. Read the full story […]
The U.S. Congress has approved a funding bill to protect the Great Lakes, fund construction on the Soo Locks, help prevent flooding, and mitigate PFAS contamination. Read the full story […]
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Great Lakes report card outlines wins, losses. But what’s missing?

Great Lakes report card outlines wins, losses. But what’s missing?
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The U.S. and Canada this week released the 2025 State of the Great Lakes report, outlining successes and ongoing threats to the Great Lakes. The report scores each lake based […]
The U.S. and Canada this week released the 2025 State of the Great Lakes report, outlining successes and ongoing threats to the Great Lakes. The report scores each lake based […]
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Great Lakes report card outlines wins, losses. But what’s missing?

After Trump promised speed, Great Lakes carp barrier faces delay

After Trump promised speed, Great Lakes carp barrier faces delay
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Lawmakers from Michigan and Illinois are seeking answers from federal administrators this month about an “administrative review” pause in the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, a $1.5 billion project that aims […]
Lawmakers from Michigan and Illinois are seeking answers from federal administrators this month about an “administrative review” pause in the Brandon Road Interbasin Project, a $1.5 billion project that aims […]
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After Trump promised speed, Great Lakes carp barrier faces delay

Great Lakes ice resurges this winter, but unpredictable shifts threaten businesses and ecosystem

Great Lakes ice resurges this winter, but unpredictable shifts threaten businesses and ecosystem
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Those whose livelihoods depend on ice and the fish and microorganisms in the Great Lakes are experiencing havoc wrought by fluctuations fueled by climate change. Read the full story by […]
Those whose livelihoods depend on ice and the fish and microorganisms in the Great Lakes are experiencing havoc wrought by fluctuations fueled by climate change. Read the full story by […]
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Great Lakes ice resurges this winter, but unpredictable shifts threaten busines…

River Institute scientist profiled in special edition of Canadian Geographic

River Institute scientist profiled in special edition of Canadian Geographic
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The Executive Director and Chief Research Scientist of the River Institute is featured in a in a special edition of Canadian Geographic magazine celebrating individuals working to understand and protect […]
The Executive Director and Chief Research Scientist of the River Institute is featured in a in a special edition of Canadian Geographic magazine celebrating individuals working to understand and protect […]
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River Institute scientist profiled in special edition of Canadian Geographic

Lake Erie nearly frozen over. How much of the lake is left unfrozen?

Lake Erie nearly frozen over. How much of the lake is left unfrozen?
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In late January, Lake Erie has the most ice coverage out of all the Great Lakes and is continuing to experience rapid ice growth. Read the full story by the […]
In late January, Lake Erie has the most ice coverage out of all the Great Lakes and is continuing to experience rapid ice growth. Read the full story by the […]
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Lake Erie nearly frozen over. How much of the lake is left unfrozen?

Coast Guard battles winter ice on Great Lakes

Coast Guard battles winter ice on Great Lakes
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U.S. Coast Guard ships worked in icy waters on the Great Lakes on January 21 clearing a path to help large cargo boats that were stuck in ice continue their […]
U.S. Coast Guard ships worked in icy waters on the Great Lakes on January 21 clearing a path to help large cargo boats that were stuck in ice continue their […]
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Coast Guard battles winter ice on Great Lakes

Solar projects bring larger economic gains to smaller communities, study shows

Solar projects bring larger economic gains to smaller communities, study shows
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By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira

A recent study examines how solar projects could be planned in ways that benefit rural communities without significantly increasing electricity costs.

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By Isabella Figueroa Nogueira

A recent study examines how solar projects could be planned in ways that benefit rural communities without significantly increasing electricity costs.

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Solar projects bring larger economic gains to smaller communities, study shows

Lake Erie is frozen over. Is it safe to walk on?

Lake Erie is frozen over. Is it safe to walk on?
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Lake Erie is now nearly completely frozen over with rapidly growing ice cover due to persistent Arctic cold, making it the most ice-covered of the Great Lakes this winter. Officials […]
Lake Erie is now nearly completely frozen over with rapidly growing ice cover due to persistent Arctic cold, making it the most ice-covered of the Great Lakes this winter. Officials […]
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Lake Erie is frozen over. Is it safe to walk on?

Governor Whitmer releases 10-year Michigan Maritime Strategy

Governor Whitmer releases 10-year Michigan Maritime Strategy
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Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the Michigan Maritime Strategy, a 10-year plan with the goal to boost the state’s maritime industry, create jobs, and protect the Great Lakes. Read the full […]
Governor Gretchen Whitmer announced the Michigan Maritime Strategy, a 10-year plan with the goal to boost the state’s maritime industry, create jobs, and protect the Great Lakes. Read the full […]
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Governor Whitmer releases 10-year Michigan Maritime Strategy
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