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April 4, 2023
Plastic Pollution Season 2, Episode 14
Andrea Densham is a Senior Strategic Advisor to the Alliance for the Great Lakes. Resources: Take Action
Press Release
March 24, 2023
Statement: Alliance Welcomes New Canadian Investment in Great Lakes Restoration
Chicago, IL (March 24, 2023) – This afternoon Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced a new investment in Great Lakes restoration. The announcement was made as part of an official […]
Blog
March 24, 2023
Single-Use Plastic Foam Foodware Ban Advances to Illinois Senate
Lake Michigan is one of Illinois’ greatest assets. But plastic pollution puts Lake Michigan and all our waterways at risk, polluting our drinking water and harming wildlife. Polystyrene foam – […]