Our Work
Here’s some of the work we’re doing to ensure a healthy environment, strong economy and high quality of life for current and future generations.
2019 GLC Semiannual Meeting
The 2019 Great Lakes Commission Semiannual Meeting was held May 21-23 in Ann Arbor, Michigan. Check out #GLCAnnArbor19 on twitter for event photos, and visit our meetings page to view meeting materials.
2019 GLC Federal Priorities
The GLC’s 2019 federal priorities document recommends actions to Congress and the Administration that will create jobs, protect public health and revitalize struggling communities in the Great Lakes region. Additionally, state-specific materials showcase individual states’ benefits.
2019 Great Lakes Regional Priorities
During the annual Great Lakes Day in Washington, D.C., a broad coalition representing business, maritime, labor and environmental groups, regional agencies, state legislators, cities and tribes released a set of shared priorities for restoring the Great Lakes, supporting a thriving economy, and sustaining a healthy environment.
GLC releases Green infrastructure policy recommendations
Ahead of a Congressional briefing in D.C., the GLC recently released a report outlining steps to increase the adoption of green infrastructure in communities across the Great Lakes.
New videos highlight impact of GLRI at Muskegon Lake, St. Marys River
The GLC released a new video at the 2018 Great Lakes Areas of Concern Conference highlighting restoration work completed under the GLRI and the NOAA – GLC Regional Habitat Restoration Partnership.
GLC calls on President and Congress to provide full funding for new Soo Lock
At the 2018 GLC Annual Meeting in Indianapolis, the GLC called on President Trump and the U.S. Congress to fully fund the construction of a new large lock at the Soo Locks complex.
Great Lakes states, provinces team up on invasive species
The eight states and two Canadian provinces in the Great Lakes region have agreed to cooperate on enforcing invasive species laws. Read the full story by The Associated Press.
14-inch goldfish found in Niagara River near Buffalo; group warns owners not to flush pets
Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper is reminding everyone not to flush goldfish after a giant goldfish was found in the Niagara River. Read the full story by CNN Wire.
IJC considers setting highest-ever outflows
Regulators are considering raising Lake Ontario outflows to record-high rates to alleviate high water that has caused millions of dollars in damages to shoreline communities. Read the full story by the Niagara Gazette.
Blue Accounting’s ErieStat releases new data on efforts to reduce phosphorus entering Lake Erie
Ann Arbor, Mich. – The Great Lakes Commission, in coordination with state and federal agency partners, has released new data and information on Blue Accounting’s ErieStat. ErieStat provides an information hub that tracks progress toward a healthier Lake Erie. The new...
Blue Accounting releases data tracking progress toward stronger Great Lakes maritime transportation system
Ann Arbor, Mich. – The Blue Accounting initiative today released data to track progress toward a more robust, efficient and sustainable maritime transportation system in the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence River Basin. Blue Accounting is providing elected officials and...
Position Available: Senior Advisor for External Relations
The Great Lakes Commission seeks a highly motivated individual with demonstrated skills and experience to develop and lead the Commission’s external relations program.
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