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What's New Spring of Sustainability (3/27) The Spring of Sustainability Conference is a three-month online event intended to reach hundreds of thousands, beginning March 26 with an almost-daily mix of free webinars and live programs centered on climate change, resource depletion, species extinction and environmental justice. Read the event press release here. Environment minister consults on Great Lakes bill CBC News (3/26) Ontario's environment minister is in Thunder Bay looking for suggestions for his proposed Great Lakes Protection Act. Fish and plants grow sustainably through aquaponics (2/22) An aquaculture marketing specialist from Illinois-Indiana Sea Grant recently produced a short video overview of the aquaponic process. Aquaponics is a farming practice which combines the soil-less growing technique of hydroponics with aquaculture. MSU Institute of Water Research: Finding global water management solutions locally MLive.com (2/17) Water resource management problems may be global, but the Institute of Water Research at Michigan State University is helping to lead local efforts to preserve our water resources. Want to learn more about city's Great Lakes application? Waukesha Patch (2/9) Some aldermen and Waukesha Water Utility general manager set neighborhood meetings to get more information about the city's search for a water supply. Ohio Rep. Gardner has 'Marshall Plan' for Lake Erie Sandusky Register (2/5) State Rep. Randy Gardner says it's time to rebuild the lake. The Bowling Green Republican says he's calling for a "Marshall Plan for Lake Erie," an urgent bipartisan effort to restore Lake Erie and respond to the growing threat posed by toxic algal blooms and other problems.
General Resources Critical Trends Assessment Program Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) CTAP is an on-going process to evaluate the state of the Illinois environment. Great Lakes Sustainable Land Use Great Lakes Commission A clearinghouse for brownfields-related information; provides opportunities for Great Lakes jurisdictions to showcase their individual programs and activities. International Institute for Sustainable Development IISD, based in Winnipeg, promotes sustainable development in decision making internationally and within Canada. Internetwork for Sustainability Our main goal is to make information about sustainable development visible and easily accessible to anyone. Protecting Our Waters Milwaukee River Basin Partnership This web site provides local governments, developers and citizens with a planning guide that encourages good land-use decisions to protect Milwaukee River Basin water resources. Real People, Real Places Minnesota Department of Natural resources (DNR) Stories that illustrate the creative work of Minnesota's land managers as they figure out how best to use and protect our natural heritage. Sustainable Development Indicators Managed and coordinated by the SDI group with participants from twelve federal departments and agencies, Sustainable Development Indicators are various statistical values that collectively measure the capacity to meet present and future needs. Sustainable Minnesota Minnesotans for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ME3) This site is to help citizens and organizations in Minnesota and the region get timely information to promote sustainable energy policies.
Advocacy Groups 10,000 Friends of Pennsylvania Committed to promoting land use policies and actions that will enable Pennsylvania to strengthen its diverse urban, suburban, and rural communities and reduce sprawl. 1000 Friends of Minnesota Devoted to promoting a sustainable landscape where finite natural resources are protected, cities are vital and livable, and all citizens have access to clean air, water and soil. 1000 Friends of Wisconsin and the Land Use Institute Educates citizens and policy makers about the benefits of responsible land use. Michigan Land Use Institute The Michigan Land Use Institute was founded in 1995 to establish an approach to economic development that strengthens communities, enhances opportunity, and protects the state's unmatched natural resources.
Education TEACH Great Lakes: Urban Sprawl Many communities in the Great Lakes region are feeling the effects of urban sprawl: loss of farmland, destruction of wildlife habitats, loss of community.
Related Resources GLIN: Agencies and Organizations, Economy GLIN: Agencies and Organizations, Environment GLIN: Community Development in the Great Lakes Region GLIN: Energy Efficiency in the Great Lakes Region GLIN: Pollution Prevention in the Great Lakes Region GLIN: Renewable Energy in the Great Lakes Region GLIN: Rural Development in the Great Lakes Region GLIN: Sustainable Transportation in the Great Lakes Region Brownfields: Sustainable Land Use (Exit GLIN) Great Lakes Commission
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