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ICYMI - We released a new episode of our #podcast, Equity In Every Drop, last week. Learn more about the dangers of #coalash and what's being done to tackle this toxic byproduct here: https://lnkd.in/gdkySk5P

Patience Burke of Waterkeeper Alliance and Tonya Bonitatibus of Savannah Riverkeeper traveled to Washington, D.C. for a factory farm biogas advocacy week to educate decision-makers about the negative environmental and community impacts of factory farm biodigesters — a process that captures methane emitted by animal waste (biogas) that is often stored in cesspools at industrial animal agriculture operations.

Waterkeeper Alliance CEO Marc Yaggi responds to the Supreme Court's decision to overturn the decades-old Chevron doctrine—a long-standing legal precedent that permits federal agencies to interpret statutes, make sound policy decisions based on their expertise, and implement laws. "This development underscores the importance of continuing our vital work to protect our communities and aquatic ecosystems from pollution and climate change. We will closely monitor how this decision may impact environmental policy and continue to advocate for science-based, sustainable solutions.” Read the full statement:  https://lnkd.in/eAHkmWmC

🌊Turning the Tide: Celebrating 25 Years of Collective Action for Clean Water! Today, June 28, marks the Waterkeeper Alliance’s 25th anniversary! 🎉 Join us in honoring this special milestone with a year-long celebration of our impact and efforts to unite a global movement for clean, healthy, and abundant water for all people and the planet. Every contribution brings us closer to achieving our mission to protect everyone’s right to clean water in communities around the world. 🌍 Learn how you can support this important work for generations to come: https://lnkd.in/eefXyh-H #cheersto25 #cheersto25years #Waterkeeper25 #cleanwaterwarriors #cleanwater #cleanwaterforall

The latest episode of our #podcast, Equity In Every Drop, is now live! This episode highlights the ongoing threat of coal ash, the toxic byproduct of coal combustion, with guests Daniel Estrin of Waterkeeper Alliance and Brandon Jones of Catawba Riverkeeper. Listen here: https://lnkd.in/gdkySk5P

Theo Thomas is the London Waterkeeper. His jurisdiction, the city of London, is two thousand years old and home to millions of people. Learn more about Theo and his work here: https://lnkd.in/e5S2A788 Photo Credit: Finn Beales

Waterkeeper Alliance CEO Marc Yaggi was a featured speaker at the inaugural Community-Based Collaborative PFAS Summit on June 14. Sponsored by Waterkeeper Alliance, Hugo Neu, Stevens Institute of Technology, the New Jersey Sustainable Business Council, and our broader network of supporters, this event sought to foster collaboration, exchange knowledge, and drive actionable outcomes to help identify, mitigate, and prevent PFAS exposure in local communities.

Pure Farms, Pure Waters North Carolina Campaign Coordinator, Larry Baldwin and Lumber Riverkeeper Jeff Currie are featured in a new documentary, produced by Enquête exclusive for Programme TV Ouest France, that investigates U.S. industrial animal agriculture practices, including the harmful impacts to local communities from poultry concentrated animal feeding operations. With the producer’s permission, the English version has been posted as unlisted to the Waterkeeper Alliance YouTube channel. Due to copyright restrictions, the video may not be accessible in all countries. French: https://lnkd.in/eX_qQyGg English: https://lnkd.in/e76ERcTV #pollution #EnvironmentalJustice

Swimimg in the Potomac River and Tidal Basin used to be popular until Washington DC banned it decades ago. Now that water quality has significantly improved, Dean Naujoks of Potomac Riverkeeper Network says the ban should be lifted so people can use the river like has happened in Paris and Chicago. Podcast: https://bit.ly/PotomacRide Conversation launched from the Reservoir Center for Water Solutions #water #wateenews #watersolutions #swimming #river

Check out our Clean Water Defense Campaign Manager, Chelsea McDonald, making waves in Washington, D.C.! 🌊 She's representing the Waterkeeper Movement, along with the Break Free From Plastics Coalition, to lobby Congress in our shared fight against #plastics pollution. It’s been a busy week of #drivingchange with more than ten congressional meetings, advocating for crucial legislation like the Break Free from Plastics Act and the Farewell to Foam Act. Plus, she's been meeting with administration officials from the General Administrative Services and National Park Service, urging them to stop government use of single-use plastics. #breakfreefromplastic #beatplasticpollution #stopsingleuseplastic