Surrounded by the rich, natural beauty of Northern Ontario, Algoma U is an inclusive and diverse community of over 1200 students, offering more than 30 academic programs taught by internationally known experts in fields such as Business, Community Development, Economics, Biology, History, Psychology, and Computer Science.

The Michigan Tech Center for Water and Society (MTCWS) was established in June of 2005 under the Sustainable Futures Institute (SFI) to provide the multidisciplinary perspectives and tools to manage water-related problems of local, regional, and international interest. MTCWS is a “virtual” Research Center. By virtual, we mean that the MTCWS will not occupy physical space, but will be a consortium of people at Michigan Tech whose focal point is water-related activities.

In 2008, the Invasive Species Research Institute (ISRI) was founded at Algoma University to undertake basic and applied research on terrestrial invasive forest pests, and to establish an international network of colleagues interested in the detection, prevention and management of invasive species.

The vision of a group of researchers, legislators, and community members, the Natural Resources Research Institute opened its doors in 1985 to study the economic impact and sustainability of Minnesota’s minerals, forest products, peat, biomass, and water-related industries. Minnesota has an abundance of natural resources, and it is our responsibility to protect the environment for future generations, as well as to create new economic opportunities. Through its research, NRRI has been an active participant in revitalizing both areas. The Center for Water and the Environment is committed to understanding problems and developing tools for solving problems that impede the environmentally sound development of the economy.

With nearly 12,000 lakes and a coast on the world's largest body of fresh water, Minnesota possesses a bounty of aquatic and coastal resources. Through scientific research and public education programs, Minnesota Sea Grant works to enhance Minnesota’s coastal environment and economy. <br>Minnesota Sea Grant is an award-winning program with a long history of achievements. It is part of a network linked by the National Sea Grant Program, receiving funding through the NOAA Office of Oceanic and Atmospheric Research and the University of Minnesota.

A proud leader in environmental education and renewable energy
The Audubon Center of the North Woods is a private, non-profit residential environmental learning center (RELC), a wildlife rehabilitation facility, and conference & retreat center nestled on the shores of Grindstone Lake near Sandstone, MN in east-central Minnesota.

To capture the wonder and excitement of Lake Superior, inspire responsibility for the world's large lakes and freshwater, and create understanding of their value.
Previously known as Lake Superior Center, the Great Lakes Aquarium has been located on the Duluth Waterfront since 2000. It is a mostly freshwater aquarium and features animals and habitats found within the Great Lakes Basin. The Aquarium also houses animals from other fresh water ecosystems such as the Amazon River.
The Great Lakes Aquarium provides on-site and outreach educational programming to learners of all ages. Daily interpretive programs give guests the opportunity to learn more about resident animals while watching them eat, play or interact with our staff.

Traditional crafts of the northern hemisphere, combined with the stories and rich cultural history of its indigenous people, are the medium for providing creative and meaningful experiences for individuals, families and groups at the North House Folk School. Tucked on the harbor in Grand Marais, the school offers year-round classes exploring a variety of traditional northern crafts - from boat building to timber framing, basket making to bread baking, sailing to fiber arts.

Northland College combines a strong liberal arts curriculum with a focus on the environment. We believe that our relationship with the environment gives us the skills and courage necessary to act as responsible citizens in a globally interdependent world.