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A newly released analysis says a federal Great Lakes cleanup policy is good for the region's economy.
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Great Lakes conference explores adapting to warmer climate
A conference at the University of Michigan is bringing together experts to discuss ideas on dealing with a warming climate in the Great Lakes region.
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Read More »Panel wants more use of natural water-protection measures
An organization that represents states in the Great Lakes region says governments should push harder to protect water quality through use of "green infrastructure."
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Read More »Agency seeks ways to keep fire retardants out of Great Lakes
A U.S.-Canadian agency is suggesting ways the two countries can help prevent flame-retardant chemicals from polluting the Great Lakes.
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Read More »Illinois seeks talks on keeping Asian carp from Great Lakes
Illinois has proposed negotiations with federal officials and other states in the Great Lakes region over fortifying a Chicago-area lock and dam to prevent Asian carp from invading Lake Michigan and threatening its native fish.
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Read More »Great Lakes cities work to reduce water utility emissions (UPDATE)
Several paces around the Great Lakes are competing to reduce pollution by controlling the electricity they consume from the power grid.
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Read More »States join battle to protect Great Lakes from Asian carp
An interstate partnership has been established to help cover the cost of operating a system proposed for a Chicago-area waterway that would help keep invasive Asian carp out of the Great Lakes, Michigan Gov. Rick Snyder said Wednesday.
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Read More »US Senate sticks up for Great Lakes protection
Congress is wisely reversing President Donald Trump's rash and irresponsible attempt to cut $300 million in annual funding for Great Lakes restoration.
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Read More »Great Lakes states renew push for new lock at critical point
Officials from Great Lakes states are making a renewed push to win approval of a long stalled proposal for adding a new lock to the Soo Locks complex, a chokepoint that connects Lake Superior to the lower Great Lakes.
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Read More »Feedback sought on plan to keep Asian carp from Great Lakes 
Federal officials are hosting three public meetings this week to get opinions on a plan to prevent Asian carp from slipping into the Great Lakes and threatening native fish species.
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