This report documents how conservation measures on farms across the Great Lakes region are protecting natural resources, helping farmers improve productivity and providing jobs.

The Great Lakes provide drinking water for 30 million people, but they remain threatened by toxic pollution, invasive species, polluted runoff, and habitat destruction. The report chronicles Great Lakes restoration success stories throughout the region.

As Members of Congress who support investment in the Great Lakes region, we request sustained funding for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative.

The coalition and others ask Representatives to oppose part of the Interior Appropriations bill that would penalize New York for fighting invasive species.

The coalition asks that House Appropriators provide $475 million for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in Fiscal Year 2012.

The coalition asks Senator appropriators to provide $475 million for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative in Fiscal Year 2012.

Coalition and 108 organizations submit comments to the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers regarding the Great Lakes and Mississippi Interbasin Study.

The Great Lakes provide drinking water for 30 million people in the region. Restoring the Great Lakes is a daunting task—but one that can be overcome. The report chronicles success stories of restoration throughout the region.