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.
Representatives to President Obama Regarding the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative
Members of the U.S. House of Representatives write President Obama to express our strong support for efforts to protect and restore the Great Lakes.
Chicago-Area Great Lakes Restoration Projects: Producing Results for People, Communities
The Great Lakes provide drinking water for 30 million people, but they remain threatened by toxic pollution, invasive species, polluted runoff, and habitat destruction. The report chronicles Great Lakes restoration success stories throughout the Chicago, Ill., region.
North Point Marina Beach Safe for Swimming Once More
Restoring native plants to a Lake Michigan beach and the dune habitat, gulls stopped frequenting the beach and water quality has been restored.
Chicago’s Northerly Island Brings Nature to the Windy City
Funding from the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative is restoring a native prairie and marsh ecosystem to Chicago’s Northerly Island in Lake Michigan to provide habitat to native fish and wildlife, and an outdoor recreation space in the city for people.
Wildlife Corridor Established Along Lake Shore Drive
Migratory birds and butterflies have a safe place to stop over, thanks to the Burnham Wildlife Corridor. Invasive species have been removed and volunteers have planted thousands of native trees and shrubs in their place.
Mapping Harmful Algal Outbreaks Helps Combat Future Threat
Mapping historic harmful algal outbreaks has increased our understanding of their causal factors and will lead to more effective future management.
Coalition and Others to the Office of Management and Budget Regarding Great Lakes Priorities
The coalition and others write to the Office of Management and Budget to ask the President’s FY2017 budget provides funding for Great Lakes restoration.
Chicago Conservation Corps Removes Invasive Species
In five sites around the greater Chicago region, a conservation crew has removed invasive plants and weeds, restoring habitat for local wildlife.