Nat Lichten

Advancing #GreatLakes Stewardship at @ErbFamilyFdn. Working for people and water. Opinions are my own.

[Jonathan Overpeck @GreatLakesPeck]

New paper out: Over 20% of the world's unfrozen freshwater is warming fast in the Great Lakes. The challenge of climate change demands attention, but it's not alone as we consider how to manage this incredible resource. https://t.co/JAyXW6A7Df

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

Join @CGLRGreatlakes and @ELPCenter this Thursday for a webinar to learn how limits on agricultural pollution runoff can help reduce summertime toxic algae blooms in #LakeErie. #GreatLakes @HowardELPC @nlichten https://t.co/w0gjc20xmS

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

#Werehiring a Communications Manager to help us amplify grantees’ impact, share knowledge, and lift up the legacy of Fred and Barbara Erb. The #CommunicationsManager is a new part-time, hybrid position. Learn more and apply at https://t.co/t8ZbP07VXK. @ttuomaala @M_Damaschke

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

This evening from 5:30-7:30 in East Lansing, view a free screening of the award-winning documentary, "No Defense," about the battle against #PFAS. @Ecology_Center #GreatLakes

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

Michigan’s #GreatLakes & Fresh Water Week is happening now through June 11! Are you a local official? Get involved by attending Michigan Water School to learn more about the Blue Economy and its fiscal benefits. #MiGreatLakesWeek @Nlichten https://t.co/kHjdKNpOfq

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

To advance #GreatLakes stewardship, Friends of the Oudolf Garden will install an ADA-compliant boardwalk to improve visitors’ access to and experience of @oudolfgardendet’s wet meadow, which is being restored with native plants. @nlichten https://t.co/81eDUBmIZj

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

A $1.3 million grant to Cranbrook Educational Community @cranbrooksci will enable the Institute to redesign and update its freshwater resources exhibit to inspire visitors’ stewardship of the #GreatLakes. Learn more about the upgrades here: https://t.co/81eDUBmIZj. @nlichten

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

Today the Foundation announced $7.2 million in new and ongoing grants during its May grant cycle. See the complete grants list here: https://t.co/81eDUBmIZj. @M_Damaschke @ttuomaala @nlichten @DrAHerzog @mlyonsrichards

[Ariel Wittenberg @ArielWittenberg]

What's the latest on SCOTUS' #WOTUS decision?

Free to read by @pamelalauren @eacrunden and me.

https://t.co/KksxB2Ouop

[Nat Lichten @nlichten]

Today's Supreme Court's ruling in Sackett vs EPA means that more than 51% of US wetlands will lose CWA protections. EE News's @ArielWittenberg breaks down the impacts.

[Ariel Wittenberg @ArielWittenberg]

SCOTUS basically saw TRUMP #WOTUS and decided to *exclude more wetlands* from protections. I'll explain 1/

[Ariel Wittenberg @ArielWittenberg]

SCOTUS basically saw TRUMP #WOTUS and decided to *exclude more wetlands* from protections. I'll explain 1/

[Neil Hawkins @neilchawkins]

This is a free and fantastic way to learn about the #IRA Inflation Reduction Act, and the opportunities it provides for growing small to medium sized sustainable businesses! Please join! @_sbndetroit @LawrenceTechU @CentrepolisXLR8 @InforumMI @ErbInstitute

[Clinton River WC @ClintonRiverWC]

We're hiring a Watershed Planner to lead CRWC's efforts to connect communities with the Clinton River, implement green infrastructure management, and build relationships with community partners!

For more information and to apply, visit https://t.co/SHM4f4TvY3

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

This Saturday is #EarthDay! 🌎Get involved by attending the Friends of the #Detroit River Spring Cleanup at 9 am at Trenton Rotary Park. Volunteers with boats are encouraged! 🛶 @Nlichten https://t.co/Hu7hu5i44n

[Tara Tuomaala (she/her) @ttuomaala]

"We encourage everyone to continue using #GreatLakes to keep the conversations going and build connections around the U.S., Canada, and the world to benefit the health of the Great Lakes region."

[Rebecca Esselman @NatureIsWater]

Still a chance to apply. We are reviewing applications now. #jobs #GreatLakes #marketing

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

#EarthDay is less than a month away! Get involved by joining the Dequindre Cut Spring Cleanup hosted by the #Detroit Riverfront Conservancy on Earth Day (April 22) from 10 am -1 pm. All ages are invited! 🌎 @nlichten https://t.co/x9Uq57wEm0

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

This beautiful map color codes every drainage basin (watershed) in our region & demonstrates that no matter where you are located in MI, you are in a watershed. Get the map for free for your office, classroom, workspace or home! @TNCMichigan #GreatLakes https://t.co/23oidPcWmV

[The Fred and Barbara Erb Family Foundation @ErbFamilyFdn]

By linking people to world-class freshwater, wildlife & recreational assets through the @greatlakesway initiative, @cfsem wants to inspire the next generation of #conservation and #sustainability leaders. Check out our blog at https://t.co/DaxntZZpgj to learn how. @nlichten

[Nat Lichten @nlichten]

@ErbFamilyFdn @DrAHerzog Belle Isle Beach! #GreatLakes500