Tag: Milwaukee
Federal wildlife and sport fish restoration programs announce 2025 apportionments to states
The U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service will distribute $1.3 billion to states in 2025 through the federal wildlife and sport fish restoration programs. The Wisconsin DNR is set to receive […]
Using less salt has a big positive impact on our waterways
All the salt used to treat pavement during the winter ends up in our local waterways: streams, rivers, lakes, Lake Michigan, and even groundwater, which makes the water toxic for […]
Milwaukee surfer shapes eco-friendly board that ‘captures the beauty of surfing while respecting the water’
Local surfer and Greenhouse Surfboards founder Ken Cole took his passion for surfing beyond getting out on the water. He’s created the world’s first leaf-based surfboard to encompass what he believes is […]
Fertilizer from sewage, a utility money maker, faces uncertain future
Mounting concern about chemical contaminants in sewage sludge used as fertilizer could be a costly liability to utilities.
Fertilizer from Sewage, a Utility Money Maker, Faces Uncertain Future
By Brett Walton, Circle of Blue
The Great Lakes News Collaborative includes Bridge Michigan, Circle of Blue, Great Lakes Now at Detroit PBS, Michigan Public and The Narwhal who work together to bring audiences news and information about the impact of climate change, pollution, and aging infrastructure on the Great Lakes and drinking water.