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River Otters Reclaim Great Lakes After 40-Year Comeback
Planet Wins6h ago

River Otters Reclaim Great Lakes After 40-Year Comeback

River otters have returned to the Great Lakes basin after nearly vanishing in the 1980s, thanks to cleanup efforts and wildlife reintroductions. Their comeback shows what's possible when communities invest in healing damaged waterways.

Google News - Conservation Success3 min read
US Groundwater Map Reveals 13 Great Lakes Underground
Planet WinsFeb 14

US Groundwater Map Reveals 13 Great Lakes Underground

Scientists just created the most detailed map ever of America's hidden water reserves, revealing enough groundwater to fill the Great Lakes 13 times over. The breakthrough could help communities better manage their most precious resource.

Live Science3 min read
Great Lakes Needs Your Help Measuring Ice This Winter
SolutionsJan 30

Great Lakes Needs Your Help Measuring Ice This Winter

Scientists are asking everyday people to help measure ice thickness on the Great Lakes, turning winter enthusiasts into citizen scientists who are improving climate research. Middle schoolers, ice fishers, and boat captains are already joining in.

Grist3 min read
Michigan Unveils 10-Year Plan for Great Lakes Economy
Planet WinsJan 28

Michigan Unveils 10-Year Plan for Great Lakes Economy

Michigan just launched its first-ever maritime strategy to create thousands of jobs while protecting the Great Lakes. The 10-year plan aims to modernize ports, grow clean energy manufacturing, and safeguard the waters that hold 21% of the world's fresh surface water.

Google News - Economic Growth3 min read
US Groundwater Could Fill Great Lakes 13 Times Over
Planet WinsJan 27

US Groundwater Could Fill Great Lakes 13 Times Over

Scientists just created the most detailed map ever of America's hidden water supply, revealing we have enough groundwater to fill the Great Lakes 13 times. This breakthrough could transform how we manage our most precious resource.

Google News - Science2 min read
Michigan Cuts Emissions 20% as EVs Gain Ground
Planet WinsJan 22

Michigan Cuts Emissions 20% as EVs Gain Ground

Michigan's new climate report shows the state has reduced emissions by one-fifth since 2005 while electric vehicles take off across the Great Lakes State. Clean energy wins are creating jobs and cleaner air at the same time.

Google News - Electric Vehicle2 min read