GLLC 2020 Virtual Meetings Briefing Book

Defining a Resilient Great Lakes Basin

Draft Committee Definition:

A resilient Great Lakes Basin is one in which communities, infrastructure, ecosystems, and the economy can withstand, adapt to, and recover from climate-related stressors and changing conditions to ensure equitable and inclusive social, economic, and environmental well-being across the Basin.

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Pursuing Resilience - Together

• Understand, highlight, and coordinate existing efforts – Federal, state, provincial, indigenous, and municipal governments – NGOs, academia, business, and industry • Eliminate silos Connect efforts • Utilize existing forum to share expertise, identify opportunities, and address common challenges

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