“Vantage Data Centers, which is developing the $15 billion Port Washington data center project, has pledged $3 million to an environmental project in the area. The Denver-based data center operations company yesterday announced the donation to the Valley Creek Corridor Revitalization Project in Port Washington, an effort of the local government and the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership.” – WIS Business
Read More“Vantage Data Centers supports water revitalization in alignment with local priorities and sustainable commitments to Port Washington community.” – BUSINESS WIRE
Read More“DENVER (Nov. 20, 2025) – Vantage Data Centers, a leading global provider of hyperscale data center campuses, today announced a $3 million funding commitment to support the watershed-scale Valley Creek Corridor Revitalization Project, a transformative environmental initiative in Port Washington, Wisconsin, managed by the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP) and the City of Port Washington. With this investment, Vantage demonstrates its dedication to pursuing water positivity for the recently announced Lighthouse campus, a goal centered on replenishing more water to freshwater sources than the company uses.” – Vantage Data Centers
Read More“You can have dinner with some living “legends”, with emphasis on the ledge part of that word, because it benefits the Wisconsin Ledge region. In this segment, our Retired Rambler explains what you can expect from attending the Living Ledge-nds: Driving our Missions Forward dinner, but also what else the event will offer, including games, raffles, and a special guest speaker, NFL Legend Harry Sydney. He also explains what the educational impact has been from showcasing the Niagara Escarpment since January 2021.” – WFRV
Read More“The Sheboygan Rotary Club’s Restoration Of Our Trees Sheboygan (ROOTS) along with the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership in collaboration with the Sheboygan Area School District is continuing with Phase-III of the reforestation of District campuses this fall. The multi-year reforestation of twenty SASD campuses this year involves 30 large trees planted at South High School, and 60 more at Jackson Elementary Schools on Saturday, October 18th.” – WHBL
Read MoreJoin us on Saturday, November 8, 2025, for Living Ledge-nds an event hosted by Niagara Escarpment Resource Network (NERN) and Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP). The Living Ledge-ends: Driving Our Missions Forward Fundraiser will be hosted at the Wisconsin Timber Rattlers Fox Club in Appleton.
Read MoreEach year, the Lake Michigan Stakeholders recognize individuals whose extraordinary leadership helps protect and enhance the Lake Michigan Basin. These Champions go beyond expectations to advance conservation, community resilience, and environmental stewardship.
Read MoreWhen I first started at LNRP, it was the organization’s 20 year anniversary. What a special time to be onboarded as staff, volunteers, board and community members were considering not only what the organization should strive for in the future, but taking precious time to reflect on the accomplishments of the past…
Read MoreSummer flew by in the blink of an eye! Despite the heat and rain, LNRP’s partner groups continued to bring communities together through both beloved traditions and exciting new initiatives. Partners hosted favorite annual events.
Read MoreIn June, Friends of the Manitowoc River Watershed hosted their first-ever Watershed Cleanup Weekend, and it was a great success! As a first-year event, the weekend provided not only a valuable impact but also key takeaways to guide future cleanups.
Read MoreThis summer, LNRP is continuing work along the Lake Michigan shoreline, supporting two communities, Two Rivers and Sheboygan, through a growing partnership with the Great Lakes and St. Lawrence Cities Initiative (GLSLCI). This collaboration falls under the Coastal Resiliency Community Impact Project (CRCIP), which provides “staff on loan” to assist small and mid-sized municipalities in navigating shoreline resilience projects…
Read More“Celebrating accomplishments and addressing challenges were on the docket Friday in Manitowoc. It's all part of the annual Lake Michigan Day.” – WLUK
Read MoreAt a recent presentation, an audience member shared a phrase that really resonated with me: “We all have a water story”. During these first few months of 2025, I’ve been reflecting on the many water stories I had the privilege of experiencing in 2024.
Read More“Celebrating its sweet-sixteen this year, Sheboygan Water Utility’s one-acre prairie is an example of public services using native plantings for practical and environmental benefit. Established by seed in 2009, the prairie reduces maintenance expenses at the site and discourages unauthorized access…” – Maywood Environmental Park
Read More“Emily Wood, executive director of the Door County Land Trust, was honored for her leadership in accelerating land protection efforts across the peninsula. The award is administered by Lake Michigan Stakeholders, a partner group of the Lakeshore Natural Resource Partnership (LNRP), and has recognized individuals, organizations, businesses, tribes and government leaders since 2014 for their exceptional efforts in restoring and enhancing Lake Michigan and its surrounding watersheds.” – Peninsula Pulse
Read MoreJoin us on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Lake Michigan Day in Manitowoc for a day of insight and inspiration featuring keynote speakers Nancy Retana, Yesi Perez, and Steven Hunter, along with panels and lightning talks from regional leaders in conservation, climate resilience, and community action.
Read MoreLNRP and Lake Michigan Stakeholders are proud to announce the 2025 Lake Michigan Champions of Conservation. These awards honor individuals and organizations whose work goes above and beyond in restoring, protecting, and enhancing the Lake Michigan Basin. This year’s five Champions—Sarah Dezwarte, Emily Wood, David Miller, Amy Carrozzino-Lyon, and Mayor Ryan Sorenson—exemplify leadership, innovation, and dedication to community-centered environmental stewardship. Join us on Friday, August 8, 2025 at Lake Michigan Day in Manitowoc to celebrate their achievements.
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