Great Lakes Pollution Prevention

#NationalRiversMonth is in full swing! Our biologists collect water, aquatic macroinvertebrates, and habitat data in river basins annually. Using dip nets, macroinvertebrates are sampled & analyzed to assess stream health. Water samples are tested for nutrients, metals, and more.

Today is @DEAHQ #TakeBackDay! Find a drop-off location for your expired or unused medicines at DEATakeBack.com

Spring storms can bring heavy rain and flooding. Watch the Stormwater@Home video series, which introduces stormwater BMPs that homeowners and businesses can install to reduce runoff and improve water quality. @ILEPA @ILAgriculture @ILextension youtube.com/playlist?list=…

Can’t wait for this keynote! Register at go.illinois.edu/ecec by April 10!

Love seeing our @UWiscSeaGrant colleagues talking about important issues like #PFAS pollution.

New article alert - "Risk, Uncertainty, Action: Navigating PFAS and other contaminants of emerging concern" featured in the Winter 2024 issue of Lakes Letter. Read the full article here iaglr.org/lakesletter/co… #PFAS #ContaminantsOfEmergingConcern #GreatLakes #IAGLR24 #pollution

Plan your #nativeplant #lawn or #garden Planting native plants reduces the need for herbicides, pesticides, and fertilizers. Learn more about what plants may work for you at these resources. lawntolakemidwest.org illinoisgroundwork.org

Registration is open for the Emerging Contaminants in the Environment Conference! Register today to hear the latest on #PFAS, #microplastics, #HAB, #PPCP, and more! publish.illinois.edu/emerging-conta… #ECEC24

IISG and @ilextension are seeking a new K-12 education specialist to increase Great Lakes literacy among Illinois and Indiana youth through development, delivery, and evaluation of educational programming that supports the missions of the two programs. #linkinbio for details.

BRING IT FROM HOME! #Plastic #pollution is a major threat to #biodiversity, #waterquality, and #humanhealth. Review where you can #reduce single-use plastics in your life. Start small and eliminate one source of plastic from your life. #P2Tuesday #pollutionprevention

Show the #environment some #love by creating #nontoxic #natural cleaning products! Make your own cleaning products using natural ingredients with this DIY recipe from the University of Arkansas Extension: uaex.uada.edu/environment-na… #P2Tuesday #pollutionprevention

Find a collection near you: Illinois: epa.illinois.gov/topics/waste-m… Indiana: indy.gov/activity/hazar…

SPRING CLEANING? DISPOSE HOUSEHOLD CHEMICALS AT A PROPER FACILITY Household chemicals can pose a risk to children and pets. Drop off household chemicals at a hazardous waste facility instead of letting them gather dust in the corner of your garage. #P2Tuesday

SCOOP THE POOP! Pet waste can wash off into our waterways, adding excess nutrients, may attract rodents, and may be harmful to public health The small act of picking up your pup’s poop can have a big impact on our environment and your neighbor’s day. #P2Tuesday

SALT SMART AND REUSE SALT A small amount of salt goes a long way. Use salt where you need it and spread out salt evenly - don’t leave salt in clumps. A 12oz cup of salt can de-ice up to 10 sidewalk squares. #P2Tuesday #saltsmart #pollutionprevention

Applications for the 2025 Knauss Fellowship are now open! The @SeaGrant Knauss Fellowship provides a unique educational and professional experience to graduate students who have an interest in ocean, coastal and Great Lakes resources. Learn more at the #LinkInBio

If you work on Socioeconomic Aspects of #ContaminantsOfEmergingConcern in #GreatLakes, this is a reminder to submit an abstract for our session at #IAGLR24 by Jan 22nd! #PFAS #microplastics #heavymetals #GreatLakesSci #OneHealth #pollution #CECs #contaminants

Register for MGG’s #SustainableLandscaping workshops across Greater Chicago! The sessions feature presentations and live soil testing and site assessment demos at the #PesticideFree @WilmetteParks' Gillson Park and Ray Elementary School. More info at bit.ly/LLforum

Review where you can #reduce single-use plastics in your life. Is it a water bottle, a plastic bag from the store, or plastic utensils from takeout? Start small and eliminate one source of plastic from your life. Small changes can make a big impact. #P2tuesday

Planting #nativeplants can reduce the need for fertilizers, pesticides, and mowing. While these actions may seem small, they can have a big impact on reducing pollution. Check out lawntolakemidwest.org/in-the-weeds/r… for a guide on planting native plants. #P2Tuesday #pollutionprevention