New IISG community decision-making specialist will provide on the ground support
…Lakes community decision-making specialist. In this position, Kristin will assist coastal communities and other clients in making informed decisions, strengthening policies, or implementing programs that improve the health of the…
Climate change on the Great Lakes touches all areas
…Follow the link above to read the complete article on these potential consequences for the Great Lakes, the shipping and transportation industry, and the communities that rely on these resources….
Intern Allison spends some of her summer internship on-board a research vessel
…inspire communication between scientists and their communities. By interviewing our target audience we determined what people wanted to see on the website and then developed some of the items they…
Illinois gets a jump on invasive species
…and many other organizations and researchers. Its more than 20,000 records makes it one of the most comprehensive AIS databases in country. The size and detail of the database…
In the News: EPA chief open to tougher policy on invasive species
From the Milwaukee Journal Sentinel: The Obama administration’s top environmental official indicated Tuesday that she will consider tougher rules to protect the Great Lakes from invasive species that hitch rides…
Website of the week: Bringing science to life has never been so easy
A closer look at web tools and sites that boost research and empower Great Lakes communities to secure a healthy environment and economy. For over two years, the Limno Loan program has…
New IISG WATCH Card Features Two Invasive Plants
IISG recently released a new WATCH card featuring two new invasive species—the Brazilian elodea and hydrilla. These costly noxious weeds have been invading and causing harm in parts of the…
Local citizen nabs invasive plant on sight
Water gardeners—keep your eyes open this season for invasive plants that may be lurking at your neighborhood garden store. In recent years, Illinois and Indiana DNR have both added nearly…
Green infrastructure helping cities manage more than water
Aging pipes and pollution runoff are big concerns in any city, and the cost to repair or replace old systems is very high. Often it means downtime for entire streets…