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.
Restoring Land Surrounding Duncan Bay Improves Coastal Habitat
Purchasing and restoring 317 acres of land surrounding Duncan Bay improved aquatic habitat and fostered outdoor recreational opportunities.
Harvesting Invasive Cattails Restores Coastal Wetlands
Harvesting invasive cattails in 200 acres of coastal wetlands helped native plants return, restored habitat and paved the way for fish to flourish.
Nature-based Infrastructure Reduces Runoff
Installing nature-based infrastructure in Hobart, Ind. is preventing at least 800,000 gallons of polluted stormwater runoff from flowing into Lake Michigan.
Coalition to EPA providing formal comment on the GLRI Action Plan III
The Healing Our Waters-Great Lakes Coalition submits comments on the draft Great Lakes Restoration Initiative’s Action Plan III.
Removing Invasive Plants Restores Native Plant Community
Removing invasive Phragmites reeds and installing native plants and trees has restored Mentor Marsh, allowing native plants and wildlife to return.
Restoring Dunes Protects Piping Plover Nesting Habitat
Native vegetation was planted to stabilize sand dunes and a walkway will minimize erosion, protecting crucial nesting habitat for piping plovers.
Stabilizing Bull Creek Reduces Erosion, Improves Wetland Habitat
Bull Creek’s streambed and banks were stabilized, preventing erosion and reducing sediment pollution in wetland habitats and Lake Michigan.
House Appropriators Vote to Boost Great Lakes Funding
The House Appropriations Committee voted to increase federal investment in Great Lakes Restoration Initiative from $300 million to $320 million.