Change in the Great Lakes region is intensifying and accelerating in response to several large and profound trends, from climate change, urban sprawl and rural revitalization, and new pollution risks, to technology advancements and the nature of work as well as global competition and world trade, impacting the region’s people, economy, and environment. CGLR provides a forum to identify, discuss, prioritize, and solve the biggest risks to the well-being of our people, the health of the Great Lakes and our environment, and the success of our shared economy.
Convening and connecting government, business, academic, and nonprofit leaders to share diverse perspectives about sustainable growth in the Great Lakes region.
Fostering well-researched reports on the serious sustainability issues that matter most to the Great Lakes region on a timely basis to influence public conversations and the region’s policy agenda.
Facilitating cross-sector and cross-border collaborations in order to mobilize the know-how and significant financing required from all sources to achieve sustainability in the region.
Spearheading and scaling collaborative programs and solutions to speed up the systems changes necessary to achieve a better, more sustainable future for everyone.
Our members help make this work possible through their thought leadership and financial support. In return, we offer our members the opportunity to showcase their impact to an elite group of the region’s leaders.
The Great Lakes of today are much cleaner and healthier than they were in the early and mid-1900s. Substantial investment and effort have improved the environments and communities around the …
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In recent years, the issue of waste management has emerged as a critical challenge for cities across the globe. Pittsburgh, a city renowned for its industrial heritage and vibrant cultural …
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In late June, the Council of the Great Lakes Region (CGLR) in collaboration with the Toronto Region Board of Trade, hosted the Great Lakes Sustainable Growth Forum. This significant event …
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