The mountainous corner of upstate New York is under the same statewide lockdown rules as the pandemic-besieged city. That could soon change.
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In Minnesota, an innovative virtual approach to home energy inspections
The Home Energy Squad is using surveys, photos and live video to help homeowners identify efficiency improvements.
Posted inAbout Great Lakes Now, Authors, Enbridge Line 5 and Other Pipelines, Forests and Plants, Gary Wilson, Habitat Restoration, Industry, Energy, Economic Development, Latest News, Michigan, News, Region, Science, Technology, Research, Water Quality and Restoration Efforts, Who We Are and What We Do
Permit Pause: Michigan regulatory agency wants more info on Line 5
Michigan EGLE calls it an “incomplete” application while Enbridge says it’s working with agencies.
Posted inAbout Great Lakes Now, Authors, Drinking Water, Forever Chemicals Featured, Latest News, Michigan, Minnesota, Natasha Blakely, New York, News, PFAS, Politics, Policy, Environmental Justice, Region, U.S. and Canadian Federal Governments, Water Quality and Restoration Efforts, Who We Are and What We Do, Wisconsin
PFAS News Roundup: Sen. seeks federal probe of Cohoes incinerator, PFAS actions added to Senate bills, DuPont foresees settlements
Catch the latest updates on what’s happening with PFAS in Great Lakes Now’s biweekly headline roundup.
Posted inAP, Article, COVID-19, Duluth, Latest News, Minnesota, News, Recreation and Tourism, Recreational Hunting and Fishing, Region
Minnesotans urged to fish close to home to slow COVID-19
A surge in fishing license sales indicates that many Minnesotans are getting antsy under the state’s stay-at-home order.
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Shipwreck fragment emerges along Lake Michigan beach
The fragment was revealed by waves amid high water levels on the Great Lakes.
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Great Lakes Learning: Freshwater science for the youngest learners – Part 2
Help your K-3rd graders understand the Great Lakes – all at home.
Posted inAbout Great Lakes Now, Authors, Fish, Birds and Animals, Gary Abud Jr., Great Lakes Learning, Invasive Species, Lake Erie, Lake Huron, Lake Michigan, Lake Ontario, Lake Superior, Latest News, News, Science, Technology, Research, Who We Are and What We Do
Great Lakes Learning: Freshwater science for the youngest learners – Part 1
The Great Lakes present great learning opportunities for early childhood. Use these lesson plans for your younger students.
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Great Lakes Moment: River otters return to western Lake Erie
Could Detroit River be next?
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Milwaukee Neighborhood Pushes Toward Climate Resilience
Milwaukee’s Walnut Way neighborhood has gradually transformed from lifeless parcels to green space.