February 2010

Testing The Waters For Wind

Before ruling out wind power in the Great Lakes, let’s see how much power our wind has first. That is what the Muskegon Chronicle editorial

Rail service can stimulate economy, improve environment

Tim Fischer, Deputy Policy Director for the Michigan Environmental Council, recently wrote

Asian Carp Debate: Federal Action Not Enough?

The Washington Post picked up an Associated Press editorial today that examines the complications, imminent risks, and bold solutions required to address the problem of the Asian Carp in the Great Lakes.

Preserve Water, Protect Rights

Much has been done over the past many years to protect the Great Lakes. Most notable is passage of the Great Lakes Compact in 2008, which protects the Lakes from large scale diversions. There remains, however, work to be done