Energy

Cargo in the Great Lakes: Iron ore and more

You'll be surprised to learn how much of the stuff you use every day was actually transported on the Great Lakes before it made its way to you!

Global Warming is Hot Stuff!

Global warming is a hot topic (no pun intended). The Earth is warming up.

Great Lakes Influence on Weather and Climate

The Great Lakes influence regional climate. If you visit one of the Great Lakes you will notice that the weather is much different than inland. The temperature and winds vary from day to night and throughout the seasons.

Recycling seperated into different catagories

Here's how you can help the environment by reducing waste

Take small portions of food and go back for "seconds" if you are still hungry.

Hot Days of Summer Quizzler

Take this short quiz to find out how you'd do on a day with an Air Quality Advisory.

Light Pollution?

Have you lost it? Your view of the nighttime sky that is.

Mercury in Homes and Schools

You might be surprised to learn that mercury is found in your home and school.

What can YOU do?

Do a little...Save a lot!There are lots of things you can do on an Air Quality Advisory