More than 22 million pounds of plastic pollution end up in the Great Lakes every year. Plastic pollution is persistent and can break down into microplastics, which are found in every ecosystem on Earth.
Tip of the Mitt Watershed Council invites you to a shoreline restoration workshop focused on reducing goose impacts and improving water quality at Little Traverse...
The Tri-County Regional Planning Commission (Tri-County) is hosting a training session with the Groundwater Management Board on their recently updated Wellhead Protection Viewer. This training...
The mission of Alliance for the Great Lakes is to protect, conserve, and restore the Great Lakes, ensuring healthy water in the lakes and in our communities for all generations of people and wildlife. We advance our mission as advocates for policies that support the lakes and communities, by building the research, analysis, and partnerships that motivate action, and by educating and uniting people as a voice for the Great Lakes.
Telumendil Orchard and Farms s a first year regenerative farm in Haslett, MI producing cut flowers, vegetables, herbs, and fruit.
A new report from the Alliance for the Great Lakes warns that rising water demand from industries such as data centers, mining, and agriculture could strain the region’s delicate water […]
The Michigan Department of Natural Resources (DNR) has stocked nearly 19 million fish across the state so far in 2025, part of an ongoing effort to sustain healthy aquatic ecosystems […]
The decisions we make in our homes can affect our water resources. Learn tips to minimize your impact on Michigan’s waterways by making small changes in the appliances you use, how you store and dispose of chemicals, how you do your laundry, and more!
Yard care is a huge responsibility, especially when you consider how your choices impact local waterways. By selecting greener options for landscaping, maintenance of your septic system, application of lawn chemicals, and other yardwork, you can better protect your water resources.
Enjoying Michigan’s wide variety of recreational opportunities in the outdoors brings added responsibilities to protect our natural resources. Learn how to minimize plastic pollution in our waterways, prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species, and other tips to keep our shared outdoor spaces healthy and clean!