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Large water-using sectors like data centers, agriculture, and critical minerals mining are growing rapidly in the Great Lakes region. States aren’t prepared for these new demands on our water, leading to unsustainable growth and conflicts over water use. How can we support economic development and protect our region’s water resources? Join a discussion and ask […]
Join us Saturday, September 20, 2025, for a Great Lakes day of action! Thousands of Adopt-a-Beach volunteers will clean and celebrate Great Lakes shorelines as part of the International Coastal Cleanup. Volunteers on all five lakes and in each of the eight Great Lakes states will join volunteers all over the world who care for […]
Discover how you can play an active role in protecting and preserving the Great Lakes in the new year! We'll dive into a variety of ways to get involved with the Alliance for the Great Lakes, as well as some major issues facing the lakes in 2026. Whether you're new to environmental activism or a […]
When it comes to our Great Lakes priorities, how are our representatives in Washington doing and where should they focus their efforts in 2026? Thanks to Great Lakes advocates like you, Congress recently passed legislation that rejected steep cuts and instead protected funding for programs critical to the health of our lakes and the people […]
Enjoy an epic night of Great Lakes Trivia hosted by Alliance for the Great Lakes. Win incredible prizes while enjoying drinks, food and amazing company! Seating is at 6:00 pm. Trivia begins at 7:00 pm. Full service dining is available.
Do you have questions about becoming a Team Leader? Are you an experienced Team Leader who wants a refresher on how to lead a cleanup? Join us for a short Team Leader training. We’re here to answer your questions. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/2IrEVcPJQ_CwstqWxfiqVw
Water use from data centers is increasing across the Great Lakes region. To help make sense of the impacts, we released a new guide for residents, grassroots organizations, and local leaders seeking clear, accessible information. Join our experts to learn about the guide, the latest on data center development in the Great Lakes, the questions […]
Do you have questions about becoming a Team Leader? Are you an experienced Team Leader who wants a refresher on how to lead a cleanup? Join us for a short Team Leader training. We’re here to answer your questions. https://us06web.zoom.us/meeting/register/DpfW6u1vSRKFnVA-XwfzTg
Every year, thousands of Adopt-a-Beach volunteers come together to clean up Great Lakes shorelines. It’s easy to join in. Become a Team Leader and host a cleanup at your favorite Great Lakes beach, park, trail, or marina. Or visit the Adopt-a-Beach website and join a cleanup near you. Learn more at adopt.greatlakes.org.
How can we ensure large water users such as data centers use our water resources sustainably and prevent pollution in our communities? As data centers proliferate across the Great Lakes region, federal, state and local governments are proposing new frameworks and policy solutions to manage their impact, including the POWER Act (SB4016/HB5513) in Illinois. At […]