EPA Reopens Great Lakes Board Seats for Freshwater Guardians
Published Date: 10/29/2026
Notice
Summary
The EPA is renewing the Great Lakes Advisory Board for two more years to keep protecting and restoring the Great Lakes. They’re also looking for new members to join the board and help guide important decisions. If you want to help, make sure to send your nomination by January 15, 2027—no money needed, just your passion for the lakes!
Analyzed Economic Effects
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Volunteer member seats open — unpaid, ~2 meetings/year
EPA is seeking approximately 15 non‑Federal members to serve two‑year terms on the GLAB; members will not be paid and the board is expected to meet about two (2) times per year, with in‑person meetings held in the Great Lakes region.
Great Lakes Advisory Board renewed two years
The Environmental Protection Agency renewed the Great Lakes Advisory Board (GLAB) for an additional two-year period so the board can continue advising on the Great Lakes Restoration Initiative and U.S. domestic implementation of the Great Lakes Water Quality Agreement.
How to apply — deadline and materials
Anyone may nominate or self‑nominate for a GLAB seat by submitting materials electronically by January 15, 2027; required items include contact information, a brief statement of interest, a resume and short biography (no more than two paragraphs), and an EPA grant funding history statement if applicable. Send submissions via email with subject line "GLAB Nominations 2027" to GLAB nominations at [email protected].
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