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Birds

Identifying waterbird hotspots in the Great Lakes is important for birds’ survival, a study shows

By admin | November 1, 2019

A recent study done in the Great Lakes highlights the importance of waterbird hotspot conservation.

Fish

The dose is in the bite: silent effects of parasitic sea lamprey

By Michaela Kratofil | October 7, 2019

The research could have implications for estimating how many lake trout are in the Great Lakes.

Great Lakes

Evaporation determines if record water levels continue to wreak havoc

By Helen Korneffel | October 4, 2019

This year water levels were the highest on record since previous record highs in 1986, according to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers which has tracked them since 1918. 

Waste

Website tracks balloon debris in the Great Lakes

By Tasia Bass | October 3, 2019

A university researcher is tracking balloon litter in the Great Lakes region to spread awareness of how it harms the environment. 

Great Lakes

Would lifeguards make the Great Lakes safer?

By Connor Smithee | September 25, 2019

Most city and state Lake Michigan beaches, have not staffed lifeguards for years, and in some cases decades.

Detroit

Is Southeast Michigan the freshwater capital of the world?

By Eric Freedman | September 16, 2019

“The Heart of the Lakes” is a new book positioning Southeast Michigan, with its historic water connections and resurgent Detroit waterfront, as the premier freshwater destination.

Echo

What’s on a mastodon’s menu?

By Eric Freedman | September 9, 2019

A recent study looked at the intestinal contents of two mastodons preserved in lake sediments in Michigan and Ohio.

Water

“Forever chemical” replacements on the rise in the Great Lakes

By Andrew Blok | July 26, 2019

Yet another game of toxic whack-a-mole—this time with PFAS chemicals. Phased-out compounds are decreasing in the Great Lakes, but replacements keep showing up.

Great Lakes

Cuts to Great Lakes Restoration Initiative proposed again in federal budget

By Maxwell Evans | March 22, 2019

For the third straight year federal officials are threatening to cut the budget for restoring contaminated sites in the Great Lakes. And while Congress has so far resisted such cuts, environmental officials fear the constant attacks on the popular program.

lighthouses

Lighthouse keepers shift attention to empty nesters, modern marketing  

By Carin Tunney | July 2, 2018

Faced with the challenge of aging enthusiasts, Great Lakes lighthouse keepers shift gears to attract younger audiences of lighthouse lovers.

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  • Michigan Press Association honors Echo reporters

    Ten Great Lakes Echo reporters recently scored honors in the 2023 Michigan Press Association’s College Better Newspaper Contest.  “Our bench is deep, but it has to be to cover the world’s most important beat,” said Echo Editor David Poulson

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Commentary

  • GUEST COMMENTARY: Speak up to stop the spotted lanternfly and other invaders

    By David Strayer If you’ve driven Michigan’s highways lately, you’ve probably seen the billboards: a big picture of a lanternfly, with the message, “See it. Squish it. Report it.” This is good advice, as far as it goes, but it should go further. The spotted lanternfly is a serious pest that is poised to cause […]

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Podcasts

  • Four electric buses will hit University of Michigan’s campus next summer

    Power is supplied to the electric motor very quickly which gives the electric bus high performance and rapid acceleration.

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Climate Stories

Climate News: Great Lakes Region
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Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
Experts say updating Michigan’s building code may be key for meeting climate goals. Here’s why.
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Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
Everything you need to know about Illinois’ $4,000 electric vehicle rebate
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These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
These 3 Detroit restaurants are tackling climate change in the kitchen
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How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
How changing climate is impacting Michigan’s fall colors
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COVID-19

  • Communities welcome return of winter festivals

    By Sammy Schuck Most people may know that festivals attract people to Michigan communities. What most may not know is that festivals and events in the state are an annual $1 billion industry, according to Michigan Festivals and Events Association CEO Mike Szukhent. According to Szukhent, the lack of winter festivals last year “hit hard.” […]

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