The Latest from the Coalition
On this page you can find the latest news from the Coalition, including stories of restoration successes, profiles of ongoing clean water issues, policy updates, and press releases.
Removing Lead Water Pipes in Communities to Protect Public Health
Replacing lead water service pipes in Cuyahoga County, Ohio, will reduce the risk of toxic lead exposure for children and adults.
Cleaning Up the Scajaquada Creek Watershed
Planning grant sets the stage for revitalizing one of the most polluted bodies of water in New York by restoring wetlands, protecting native species, and reducing pollutants into Lakes Erie and Ontario.
Combating Heat Islands in Disadvantaged Neighborhoods
The Village of Skokie, Illinois, is planting at least 450 trees by 2028, reducing heat islands and improving health outcomes for its 68,000 residents.
Protecting the Lake Superior Coastline from Severe Storm Events
Improvements to the downtown Lakewalk in Duluth, Minnesota, are increasing climate resiliency, public safety, and accessibility, along the Lake Superior coastline.
Preventing Combined Sewer Overflow to Lake Michigan
Upgrading wastewater infrastructure in Lansing, Michigan, is preventing millions of gallons of sewage from overflowing into local waterways, protecting water quality, and improving public health.
Restoring Fish Migration Pathways in Indiana’s Mississinewa River
Removing an unsafe low-head dam in Indiana’s Mississinewa River leads to increased fish habitat, safer recreation, improved water quality, and increased flood prevention.
Closing the Nature Gap: Increasing Access to Outdoor Recreation for People of Color
Learn more about the work of Brown Faces Green Spaces, a nonprofit environmental education organization dedicated to helping People of Color connect with nature in Indiana and beyond.
New Dairy Concept: A More Sustainable Future for American Dairy
Learn more about the work of the the Dairy Grazing Apprenticeship to usher in the future of the dairy industry in the United States by focusing on two key elements: environmental sustainability and people.