New IISG publication: Asian Carp Cuisine
In many parts of the world, Asian carp are known as dinner–these fish have a mild flavor that belies their unfortunate name. So perhaps we can try and eat our…
In the news: Finding a better way to get rid of unwanted algae
…Composting may seem like an obvious solution, but it’s not as simple as it sounds, say algae experts. Cladophora mats can harbor large concentrations of bacteria, including some potentially dangerous…
Community spotlight: Macon County
…comes in. They have helped communities across Illinois and Indiana purchase collection boxes and raise awareness of drop-off programs, including Illinois’ Macon County. From Rx for Action: A few…
We’re proud of our successes in protecting Lake Michigan
…to start 17 permanent medicine collection programs. IISG also assisted with single day collection events in six communities and helped promote the fall DEA collection program in 11 communities. IISG…
Asian carp for sale: Marketing invasive species
…role by reducing commercial fishing restrictions and protecting natural resources. Government agencies focused on business can help a company obtain funding. But, ultimately the success of this is in the…
Sheboygan River cleanup pamphlet offers answers and information
…the project. The cleanup and remediation of the area is well underway, and a new publication answers the most common and important questions that community members have had about…
Research mission beginning today looks into microplastic pollution of the Great Lakes
… Anjanette and Laura, along with researchers from SUNY at Fredonia and 5 Gyres Institute, are on Lake Michigan this week to see how the plastic load there compares to…
Meet the dynamic duo behind the decision tool
…developer working with universities and state agencies has been recognized by the GIS company Esri and from the Indiana Geographic Information Council. He holds a Master’s in geospatial information systems from…
Tribune focuses on Lake Michigan microplastics research
As you read in yesterday’s blog post, IISG’s Laura Kammin and Anjanette Riley are taking part in a research trip on Lake Michigan this weekend investigating the presence and concentration…