Great Lakes Now Featured Articles About Cleveland
How Great Lakes cities are preparing for climate migration
Cleveland hopes to thrive as a climate refuge, but some fear gentrification and extractive development will leave longtime residents behind.
Cleveland, NOACA seek public input on climate action plan
The Comprehensive Climate Action Plan proposes strategies like offshore wind and nuclear energy be implemented in Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain and Medina counties.
Great Lakes scientists discover new lifeform microbe, name it ShipGoo1
Researchers at the University of Minnesota Duluth found the previously-undiscovered microorganisms hiding in the tar-like goo oozing out of a research vessel’s rudder shaft.
Cleveland Metroparks breaks down accessibility barriers with all-terrain wheelchairs
The motorized Action Trackchair and the manual GRIT Freedom Chair are part of a larger effort to expand adaptive programming at Cleveland Metroparks.
Cleveland Metroparks lets the dogs out in the hunt for spotted lanternflies
Scent-tracking dogs Bronco, Juno, Argent and Rio, alongside their owners, spent the last four months searching for and removing spotted lanternfly egg masses before they hatch in May.
Nature as a spiritual salve for grief? Cleveland Botanical Garden looks at healing power of outdoors
A new exhibit at the Cleveland Botanical Garden uses art to explore the healing power of nature and pathways it can provide to overcome grief and trauma.
Cleveland Hopkins Airport sets 100% emission reduction goal by 2050
The airport wants to achieve a 100% reduction in greenhouse gas emissions by 2050, aligning with standards set by Cleveland’s Climate Action Plan
Cuyahoga Valley National Park celebrates 50 years of environmental stewardship
Northeast Ohio’s national park turned 50, but festivities will continue through the end of next year.
Navigating Northeast Ohio without a car? Planning group wants your ideas on better parks connections
Residents can view proposed trails connecting county parks and leave thoughts and concerns.
Northeast Ohio composters reduce emissions from food waste, one pile at a time
Akron-based organizations are working to reduce food waste, and greenhouse gas emissions, by diverting food scraps from landfills to compost piles.
A cleaner Cuyahoga River faces a growing threat from stormwater runoff
As work continues to alleviate the impact of pollution on the Cuyahoga River, the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District is beginning to tackle the emerging threat from stormwater runoff.
Where to see rare solar eclipse in Ohio
A solar eclipse is expected to draw large crowds to Lake Erie, and tourism officials are preparing for an early start to the 2024 season.
Cleveland, Cuyahoga County leaders urge EPA to finalize federal clean car standards
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb and Cuyahoga County Executive Chris Ronayne called on the EPA to finalize proposed federal clean car standards for new vehicles.
Points North: Doe, A Deer, A (Sterilized) Female Deer
Deer culling is common across the Midwest. Cities often hire sharpshooters or allow hunters to kill a certain number of deer.