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October 17, 2024
What Would you Miss Most in a Day Without the Great Lakes?
Too many people take the Great Lakes for granted. We asked you what you would miss most in a day without our amazing freshwater resource, and you responded. Today, October […]
Blog
October 11, 2024
Healing Our Waters Conference Recap: Community Voices Leading the Charge for Water Justice
This year’s Healing Our Waters (HOW) Conference in Chicago brought together advocates, community leaders, and passionate individuals to address major issues facing the Great Lakes, including the pressing issue of […]
Press Release
October 8, 2024
EPA Finalizes Clean Drinking Water Rule That Will Get the Lead Out of Great Lakes Drinking Water
Chicago, IL (October 8, 2024) – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced a final rule today requiring that water utilities across the country replace harmful lead pipes. The Lead […]