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August 2009 GLIN Labs Free Webinar (8/31) GLIN Labs is hosting a free webinar on Tuesday, September 15 at 2pm (ET)! Curious as to what GLIN Labs has planned? Interested in getting involved in GLIN future planning, or just want to attend to see what's on the horizon? Come check out the free the webinar! Invasive Plants Association of Wisconsin (8/28) The mission of the Invasive Plant Association of Wisconsin is to promote better stewardship of the natural resources of Wisconsin by advancing the understanding of invasive plants and encouraging the control of their spread. Three Lakes Association (8/27) Three Lakes Association serves the Chain of Lakes Watershed in Antrim County, Michigan, and has monitored water quality since 1966, identifying potential pollution sites and working with homeowners and local officials to solve problems. The Conservation Fund (8/26) From the establishment of the Great Lakes Revolving Fund, which provides capital for conservation, to an initiative to protect sensitive lands along Lake Michigan, the Conservation Fund is working to preserve the Midwest's land and water legacy for future generations. MiCorps Monitor (8/25) The August edition of the MiCorps Monitor, the online newsletter of the Michigan Clean Water Corps, is now available online. The Carbon Footprint of Water (8/24) The Carbon Footprint of Water explores the energy and carbon emissions embedded in the nation’s water supplies. In this report, River Network has developed a baseline estimate of water-related energy use in the United States. Climate Change and National Park Wildlife (8/21) This report by the National Parks Conservation Association provides information on how climate change is affecting wildlife. Information specific to Great Lakes birds and invasive species can be found on pages 22-25 of the report. Sustain Our Great Lakes (8/20) Sustain Our Great Lakes works to restore, protect and preserve the fragile habitats and ecosystems that form the world’s largest freshwater system. Their new website features funding opportunities, project overviews and more. Testing the Waters 2009 (8/19) Natural Resources Defense Council's annual report on water quality at vacation beaches, Testing the Waters 2009, explores beachwater quality and also the effects of climate change on beachwater. Review the full report or select your state to find information on beaches near you. Great Lakes Restoration Initiative EPA Video (8/18) A video of the U.S. EPA's Great Lakes Restoration Initiative presentation, as presented at the Chicago public meeting on July 22, 2009, is now available online. Flow For Water (8/17) Flor for Water is a coalition of Midwestern citizen groups dedicated to protecting the Great Lakes Basin from water withdrawals. Visit the site to lend your support and sign an online pledge to protect Great Lakes waters. H2Ontario: A Blueprint for a Comprehensive Water Conservation Strategy (8/14) H2Ontario: A Blueprint for a Comprehensive Water Conservation Strategy outlines a strategy for making Ontario world-leaders in cutting wasteful water practices, and urges Ontarians to support development of a world-class action plan. Give your input on Great Lakes and coastal policy (8/13) Help the government shape policy related to the oceans, coasts, and the Great Lakes by providing your input on an online comment form for submission to the Interagency Ocean Policy Task Force. Green Tier Wisconsin (8/12) Green Tier is a voluntary business program that recognizes and rewards environmental performance that voluntarily exceeds legal requirements related to health, safety and the environment resulting in continuous improvement in Wisconsin’s environment, economy, and quality of life. Greenwatch (8/11) The Summer 2009 edition of Greenwatch, the online newsletter of the Ohio Environmental Council, is now available online. The Compass (8/10) The August 2009 edition of The Compass, the online newsletter of the Council of Great Lakes Governors, is now available for download. The Lake Express Ferry (8/7) The Lake Express car ferry service links the states of Wisconsin and Michigan with terminals in Milwaukee and Muskegon. The high-speed Lake Michigan crossing takes just two and one-half hours. The ferry is part of the Travel Green Wisconsin certification program. North Country Trail Association (8/6) Looking for a fun outdoor activity this summer? Hike a portion of the North Country Trail, which stretches 4,600 miles across seven states, including the Great Lakes region. The trail is maintained by more than 800 volunteers each year. Great Lakes Splash (8/5) The latest edition of the Great Lakes Splash, the e-newsletter of the New York Sea Grant's (NYSG) Great Lakes extension, includes the latest news from NYSG specialists and researchers. Green Energy Ohio (8/4) Green Energy Ohio is a nonprofit organization dedicated to promoting environmentally and economically sustainable energy policies and practices in Ohio. Canada - U.S. Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement 2009 Biennial Meeting (8/3) GLIN's August Site of the Month is the Canada - U.S. Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement 2009 Biennial Meeting. The meeting is held by the International Joint Commission and will take place October 7-8 in Windsor, Ontario.
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