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.
Restoring Local Creek Brings Diverse Communities Together
Faculty are improving the Plaster Creek’s water quality and promoting environmental justice through restoration, research, and community education.
Dam Removal Boosts River’s Water Quality and Fish Passage
Removing the Nashville Dam in Michigan has improved fish habitat and water quality, increased fish diversity, and provided more recreational opportunities.
River Habitat Restoration Leads to 38-fold Increase in Trout Population
Reducing riverbank erosion and placing fallen trees in the Coldwater River restored fish habitat and led to a 38-fold increase in the site’s trout population.
Muskegon Lake’s Contaminated Sediment Cleaned Up by Poplar Trees
Planting poplar trees around Muskegon Lake is helping remove toxins in the soil by absorbing and degrading the chemicals as the trees grow.
Native Species Return to a Fen Along the Kalamazoo River
By removing invasive species from a wetland fen outside of Kalamazoo, Mich., native plants returned on their own and ecosystem health improved.
New Map Helps Communities Plan Their Green Infrastructure Projects
The Natural Connections Map of the Lower Grand River Watershed aims to protect the region’s plants, animals, air, water, health, and quality of life.
Naturalizing a Stormwater Retention Basin Improves Water Quality
Retrofitting and naturalizing a retention basin in Indiana improved water quality by filtering out sediments and pollutants from stormwater, decreasing the harmful impact of storms, and improving aquatic wildlife habitats.
Reconnecting the Blue Heron Lagoon to the Detroit River
Reconnecting the Blue Heron Lagoon to the Detroit River provided a home for fish and wildlife and turtles, small fish, snakes, and frogs to grow and thrive.