Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection

Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection
Great Lakes Echo
By Riley Wilson Climate change, invasive species and other human-driven pressures are among the leading causes of declining freshwater health in the Great Lakes, the National Wildlife Federation reports. There's a growing need for community engagement to protect the lakes, one study finds.
By Riley Wilson Climate change, invasive species and other human-driven pressures are among the leading causes of declining freshwater health in the Great Lakes, the National Wildlife Federation reports. There's a growing need for community engagement to protect the lakes, one study finds.
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Study highlights need for community engagement in Great Lakes protection

‘Rock snot’, spotted lanternfly, and more: Michigan hosts invasive species webinars

‘Rock snot’, spotted lanternfly, and more: Michigan hosts invasive species webinars
Great Lakes Commission
The state of Michigan is offering free opportunities to learn more about some problematic invasive species and related quarantines impacting the Great Lakes region. Read the full story by MLive.
The state of Michigan is offering free opportunities to learn more about some problematic invasive species and related quarantines impacting the Great Lakes region. Read the full story by MLive.
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House passes bill to reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding

House passes bill to reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding
Great Lakes Commission
Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet of Michigan celebrated the bipartisan American Water Stewardship Act after it passed the U.S. House. This allows reauthorization of funds for several regional water quality programs […]
Rep. Kristen McDonald Rivet of Michigan celebrated the bipartisan American Water Stewardship Act after it passed the U.S. House. This allows reauthorization of funds for several regional water quality programs […]
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House passes bill to reauthorize Great Lakes Restoration Initiative funding

Preservation project launches effort to restore rare ravine ecosystem 

Preservation project launches effort to restore rare ravine ecosystem 
Great Lakes Echo

By Samantha Ku

A rare ravine ecosystem on Lake Michigan's western shore is vulnerable to human encroachment. A recent federal grant is supporting restoration efforts in the region.

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By Samantha Ku

A rare ravine ecosystem on Lake Michigan's western shore is vulnerable to human encroachment. A recent federal grant is supporting restoration efforts in the region.

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Preservation project launches effort to restore rare ravine ecosystem 

EGLE, Great Lakes partners seek stronger freshwater protections

EGLE, Great Lakes partners seek stronger freshwater protections
Great Lakes Commission
On Great Lakes Day, the Great Lakes Commission convened in Washington, D.C., to discuss future policies impacting the lakes with leaders and lawmakers. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, […]
On Great Lakes Day, the Great Lakes Commission convened in Washington, D.C., to discuss future policies impacting the lakes with leaders and lawmakers. The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, […]
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EGLE, Great Lakes partners seek stronger freshwater protections

Great Lakes Commission releases 2026 agenda for the Great Lakes basin

Great Lakes Commission releases 2026 agenda for the Great Lakes basin
Great Lakes Commission
Ann Arbor, Michigan — The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) today released its 2026 agenda for the Great Lakes. The binational government agency calls for continued strategic investment in the lakes,
Ann Arbor, Michigan — The Great Lakes Commission (GLC) today released its 2026 agenda for the Great Lakes. The binational government agency calls for continued strategic investment in the lakes,
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Great Lakes Commission releases 2026 agenda for the Great Lakes basin

UP groups support National Invasive Species Awareness Week

UP groups support National Invasive Species Awareness Week
Great Lakes Commission
Local groups in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula are promoting National Invasive Species Awareness Week by educating the public and organizing efforts to protect ecosystems, such as cleaning boats to prevent the […]
Local groups in Michigan’s Upper Peninsula are promoting National Invasive Species Awareness Week by educating the public and organizing efforts to protect ecosystems, such as cleaning boats to prevent the […]
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UP groups support National Invasive Species Awareness Week

A giant fish experiment is taking shape in Northern Michigan

A giant fish experiment is taking shape in Northern Michigan
Great Lakes Commission
In Traverse City, Michigan, crews are pouring a massive sorting channel that will form the core of the FishPass project, a globally unique structure in northern Michigan that’s designed to […]
In Traverse City, Michigan, crews are pouring a massive sorting channel that will form the core of the FishPass project, a globally unique structure in northern Michigan that’s designed to […]
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A giant fish experiment is taking shape in Northern Michigan

Research centers in the Great Lakes region change the scope of global freshwater ecology

Research centers in the Great Lakes region change the scope of global freshwater ecology
Great Lakes Echo

A new study examines the uniqueness of work that research centers conduct in the Great Lakes region, highlighting their importance amid dramatic changes in federal funding.

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A new study examines the uniqueness of work that research centers conduct in the Great Lakes region, highlighting their importance amid dramatic changes in federal funding.

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Stricter ballast rules on freighters demanded to protect Great Lakes from invasive species

Stricter ballast rules on freighters demanded to protect Great Lakes from invasive species
Great Lakes Commission
To prevent further spread of potentially catastrophic invasive species in the Great Lakes, the Canadian government is moving forward with tighter restrictions on all freighters. Read the full story by […]
To prevent further spread of potentially catastrophic invasive species in the Great Lakes, the Canadian government is moving forward with tighter restrictions on all freighters. Read the full story by […]
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Lake Huron coastline monitoring program celebrating 20 years

Lake Huron coastline monitoring program celebrating 20 years
Kincardine News
Coast Watchers serve as the “eyes and ears” of Lake Huron’s coastline.
Coast Watchers serve as the “eyes and ears” of Lake Huron’s coastline.
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Lake Huron coastline monitoring program celebrating 20 years

Invasive species expert teaches volunteers to overcome ‘plant blindness’

Invasive species expert teaches volunteers to overcome ‘plant blindness’
Great Lakes Echo

By Anna Ironside

Caroline Miller is a botanical technologist at Michigan State University’s W.J. Beal Botanical Garden, as well as a master’s student. Her work has made her a driving force behind restoration projects on campus and beyond. From invasive species removal days to a growing movement to replace traditional turf lawns with native landscapes, Miller doesn’t quit.

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By Anna Ironside

Caroline Miller is a botanical technologist at Michigan State University’s W.J. Beal Botanical Garden, as well as a master’s student. Her work has made her a driving force behind restoration projects on campus and beyond. From invasive species removal days to a growing movement to replace traditional turf lawns with native landscapes, Miller doesn’t quit.

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Invasive species expert teaches volunteers to overcome ‘plant blindness’
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