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Streambank Restoration at Petrifying Springs Park Improves Water Quality, Restores Native Species
February 25, 2020
Planting native vegetation along the Pike River and restoring an adjacent wetland is reducing erosion, preventing storm runoff, and providing a home for fish and other native species.
Demonstration Farms at Genesee River in Pennsylvania pioneer innovative pollution controls
February 25, 2020
By implementing the conservation practices that are part of this demonstration farm network, projects such as this support the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative goal for reducing nutrient runoff from agriculture.
Wetland Retention Basin in Superior Reduces Stormwater Runoff
April 25, 2019
Constructing a wetland retention basin in Superior’s central business district is reducing damaging floods and the flow of pollutants into Lake Superior.
Habitat Restoration Near Green Bay Brings Back Waterfowl
October 25, 2018
Planting wild rice and other aquatic vegetation at the Duck Creek Delta is restoring habitat for birds and other wildlife while improving water quality.
Milwaukee County Students Remove Invasive Plants, Enhance Wildlife Habitat
September 25, 2018
Students removed invasive plants and replanted native species to enhance wildlife habitat and restore water quality near Milwaukee, Wis.
Controlling Invasive Species in Winegar Pond
July 29, 2017
Blocking the entry of common carp and removing invasive plants has restored Winegar Pond’s natural ecology and wildlife habitat.
Restored Wisconsin River Provides Home for Wildlife, Reduces Flooding
June 14, 2017
Restoring the natural curves and riverbank of the Pike River in Wisconsin has reduced flooding and erosion, while increasing fish and wildlife habitat.
Beach restoration in Wisconsin reduces pollution in Lake Michigan
February 27, 2016
Planting dune grasses, adding new sand, and reshaping six beaches around Wisconsin’s Door County have helped reduce polluted runoff into Lake Michigan.
Beach Restoration along Lake Michigan Reduces Pollution
February 27, 2016
Planting dune grasses and putting down new sand has helped three beaches in the Door Peninsula of Wisconsin reduce stormwater runoff into Lake Michigan.