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The Alliance for the Great Lakes is a nonpartisan nonprofit working across the region to protect our most precious resource: the fresh, clean, and natural waters of the Great Lakes.
Advocacy & Leadership
We partner with communities and decision makers to develop actionable solutions that protect the lakes and our communities.
Research & Analysis
Our research and analysis inform community leaders and guide policy to protect the Great Lakes.
Education & Action
We support people and communities in protecting the lakes by providing action-oriented information and programs.
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November 7, 2024
The Election and the Path Forward for the Great Lakes
While much changed on Tuesday, there are fundamentals that remain the same. 1 in 10 Americans, or nearly 30 million people across eight states, rely on the Great Lakes for […]
October 24, 2024
Alliance for the Great Lakes Announces New Board Officers
The leadership of the Alliance for the Great Lakes reflects its commitment to ensuring a thriving future for both the lakes and the communities that rely on them. At this […]
Press Release
October 24, 2024
Monitoring Milestone in Fight Against Lake Erie Pollution
Lansing, Michigan (October 24, 2024) – A critical milestone in the fight against algal blooms on Lake Erie was reached as the installation of water quality monitoring equipment in five […]