Protecting the Great Lakes by promoting clean energy, combating global warming, restoring river ecosystems, and advocating investment in Great Lakes restoration.
An excerpt from the Joyce Foundation's 2010 annual report
Joyce grantees were instrumental in securing $775 million in federal spending for the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative, and they have begun laying the groundwork to make the Great Lakes a federal priority for years to come.
The Midwest is dependent on highly polluting coal for much of its power. By tapping alternative energy, including advanced coal technology, and aggressively increasing energy efficiency, our region can make the transition to a clean energy future.
City’s strategy to adapt to climate change receives national attention
New report from Joyce grantees presents three options to prevent Asian carp and other aquatic invasive species from entering the Great Lakes
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Joyce Environment Program Officer Molly Flanagan highlights current efforts to improve Great Lakes waterways
Joyce supports new Chicago Public Media series on critical issues impacting the Great Lakes region