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Great Lakes Energy News Roundup: Lake Huron nuclear waste storage plan dropped, renewable energy in Midland
Catch the latest in Great Lakes energy news in Great Lakes Now’s fortnightly headline roundup.
Green Reset: COVID-19 offers opportunity for lighter environmental impact
In this Q&A, veteran Great Lakes executive Cameron Davis talks about regional efforts, infrastructure, water and climate change.
Animal Quiz: What Great Lakes aquarium animal are you in quarantine?
Take a breather from everything else going on in the world and try this lighthearted Great Lakes Now quiz.
Day in the Life: How are Shedd Aquarium’s animals coping in the absence of visitors?
“All the animals notice the lack of the public,” said Eve Barrs, senior aquarist at Shedd.
Animal Quiz: What Great Lakes aquarium animal are you in quarantine?
Take a breather from everything else going on in the world and try this lighthearted Great Lakes Now quiz.
Day in the Life: How are Shedd Aquarium’s animals coping in the absence of visitors?
“All the animals notice the lack of the public,” said Eve Barrs, senior aquarist at Shedd.
Record Rainfall Prompts Reversal of Chicago River into Lake to Ease Flooding
The uncommonly wet May caused river levels to spike and taxed the region’s storm sewers.
State Struggle: Budget shortfalls stall Asian carp plan, put cleanups at risk
Federal funding to the Great Lakes and various Great Lakes projects continues, while state-level funding remains an issue.
Great Lakes Energy News Roundup: DTE Energy rate hike, Chicago firm fined for polluting canal
Catch the latest in Great Lakes energy news in Great Lakes Now’s fortnightly energy-related headline roundup.
To protect people in the Great Lakes region from climate extremes, weatherize their homes
As climate change makes heat waves more frequent across the region and the nation, cities will need more tools to protect their residents.
Earth Day 2020: How to participate from the safety of your home
This year’s Earth Day is a special one, and not just because it’s the 50th anniversary of the event.
Environmental Justice During COVID-19: Communities bear extra burden
The water shutoffs issue highlights the broader problems that communities in poorer or more polluted areas are facing.
After the Flood: How Chicago is coping with the effects of climate change
The city has begun short-term erosion mitigation measures along Chicago’s shoreline.
From Rust to Resilience: Climate change brings new challenges and opportunities
Great Lakes Now is sharing work from our partners in a project on what climate change means for Great Lakes cities. Here is the initial piece in the series.
Great Lakes Energy News Roundup: Toxic coal ash, utility company water withdrawal, Line 5
Catch the latest in Great Lakes energy news in Great Lakes Now’s energy-related headline roundup.
Sporting Uncertainty: COVID-19 casts shadow over Great Lakes sports events
Events around the lakes are being canceled, postponed or put on hold until more information comes out.