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.
House Interior Bill Funds Great Lakes Restoration, Cuts EPA
The U.S House Appropriations Committee yesterday released the fiscal year 2018 Interior and Environment Appropriations bill.
Restoring Wetlands Provides Recreation Opportunities
Restoring wetlands in the Detroit International Wildlife Refuge is allowing native plants and wildlife to return, supporting outdoor recreation.
Replanting Trees Reduces Stormwater Runoff Improves Lake Michigan Water Quality
Fifty trees planted along roads to partially replace the ash trees lost following an emerald ash borer infestation are decreasing runoff into Lake Michigan.
Trump Administration Begins to Dismantle Clean Water Act
Today the Trump Administration took the first step in rescinding a part of the Clean Water Act, which provides protections for 117 million Americans.
Restored Wisconsin River Provides Home for Wildlife, Reduces Flooding
Restoring the natural curves and riverbank of the Pike River in Wisconsin has reduced flooding and erosion, while increasing fish and wildlife habitat.
Great Marsh Restoration Reduces Basement Flooding Improves Wildlife Habitat
Removing invasive plants in Indiana has improved Lake Michigan’s water quality, improved wildlife habitat, and reduced flooding in people’s basements
Coalition Comments to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Regarding the Waters of the United States Rule
On behalf of the Coalition, we submit these comments per the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s request for public input on the Clean Water Rule.
Naturalized Shoreline near Duluth Helps Fish, Wildlife, Recreation
Removing a steel wall and installing rock weirs in the St. Louis River is providing habitat for aquatic wildlife, reducing erosion and reducing flooding.