Lake effect: Turning water into sound
Fascinated by projects that interpret environmental data as sound, an Echo reporter turns Lake Michigan/Huron water levels into a sound communications strategy.
View ArticleGreat Lakes govs whiff on algae; can they hit a diversion home run?
This class of Great Lakes governors has one more shot at prioritizing the region's water interests over those of their respective states.
View ArticleMichigan maps out 30-year water plan
Director of Michigan's Office of the Great Lakes Jon Allan explains the state's 30 year blueprint for protecting water resources.
View ArticleSmoke on a lake that’s great
The forests of western Canada and the U.S. aren’t the only ones burning during a drought this year. This image from NASA’s Earth Observatory shows that similar fires in Siberia have produced a smoky...
View ArticleWaukesha’s drinking problem causes regional hangover
When no water means some water, it's time to make a deal.
View ArticleSix-month water level predictions illustrate Great Lakes complexity
Superior and Huron-Michigan expected to drop below last year. Ontario and Erie to be higher.
View ArticleGreat Lakes miss out on great thanks
Relax, it's just a Facebook dump of an unscientific data sample. Great waters get great gratitude.
View ArticleWaukesha: Approve, declare victory and move on
Facts, the law and logic support a yes vote by the Great Lakes governors.
View ArticleNew Lake Ontario water fluctuation regimen could help muskrats
Low water hinders the water mammals from entering and leaving their homes and it promotes invasive cattail growth. A new regulation plan that more closely mimics historic water fluctuations could...
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