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Program at a Glance

Mission: To support the efforts of an engaged citizenry working to create accountable and responsive institutions, sound public policies, and appropriate models of development that protect the diversity and integrity of selected ecosystems in North America and around the world.

Conservation of Freshwater Ecosystems 

Goal: Advance the conservation and restoration of freshwater ecosystems in North America, with emphasis on the Great Lakes and southeastern U.S.

Objectives

• Strengthening the Environmental Community. Establishing a strong, effective and sustainable NGO community dedicated to the long-term conservation of freshwater ecosystems.
• Public Policies. Securing well-designed and effectively implemented water-quality and water-quantity policies that advance the conservation of freshwater ecosystems.
• Site-Based Conservation. Protecting and restoring selected freshwater ecosystems through place-based conservation activities.  

International Finance for Sustainability

Goal: Shape international investment and trade to support sustainable development and reduce environmental degradation.

Objectives

• Infrastructure and Energy for a Sustainable Future. Promoting infrastructure and energy investments that contribute to environmental sustainability and offer local economic opportunity.
• Sustainable Regional Development and Integration. Shaping regional trade and investment strategies so that they contribute to local sustainable development.
• Special Opportunities. Responding to unique opportunities to advance sustainable development goals.

Special Initiatives

Goal: Respond to unique opportunities to advance environmental protection in the U.S. and internationally.

Objectives

• Special Opportunities. Supporting efforts that offer a one-time opportunity to contribute to the resolution of a significant domestic, international or global concern.
• Growth Management and Urban Revitalization in Michigan. Cultivating informed, committed and effective leaders and organizations at the local, regional and state levels who work for policies and programs that curb sprawl, promote urban reinvestment and improve community quality.