The Latest from the Coalition
On this page you can find the latest news from the Coalition, including stories of restoration successes, profiles of ongoing clean water issues, policy updates, and press releases.
Preserving Humbug Marsh Receives Global Recognition
Preservation of the Humbug Marsh near Detroit protected the last mile of natural shoreline on the U.S. side of the Detroit River.
Project Helping to Restore Habitat Clean up Detroit River Area of Concern
Restoring the natural shoreline along the Detroit River will improve coastal habitat, and advance efforts to clean up the Detroit River Area of Concern.
Wetland Restoration Near Buffalo, NY, to Improve Fish and Wildlife Populations
Removing invasive plants and restoring a 15-acre oxbow wetland on Buffalo Creek dramatically improved fish and wildlife populations in the creek.
Michigan Restoration Project Removes Pollutants Harmful to Human Health
Federal Great Lakes restoration funds helped support the removal of more than 500,000 pounds of harmful pollutants from the St. Marys River that helped make the river safer for fish and, ultimately, the people who eat those fish.
Coalition and Others to Members of the U.S. House of Representatives Regarding Opposition to Interior-EPA bill
The coalition and others ask Representatives to oppose part of the Interior Appropriations bill that would penalize New York for fighting invasive species.
Dam removal improves water quality fish habitat in urban stream
Removing an old dam from Euclid Creek in Ohio improved water quality and allowed for the return of fish and other aquatic life to the waterway.
Old dam removal in Michigan improves water quality
A community in Oakland County, Mich., has removed an old dam to improve water, fish habitat and recreational opportunities.
River Clean-up Attracts Fish, Wildlife, Economic Development
Federal Great Lakes restoration funds removed contaminants in a lagoon on the Detroit River, improving the water quality and allowing fish and birds to return.