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Cheers to Chelsea McDonald, our Clean Water Defense Campaign Manager, who represented our movement at the United Nations today, calling for action on toxic water pollutants! Waterkeeper Alliance was one of five civil society groups speaking at the preparatory session for the 2026 UN Water Conference, which will focus on accelerating SDG 6: Clean water and sanitation for all. Co-hosted by Senegal and the UAE, the conference will bring together governments, NGOs, and other stakeholders to tackle global water challenges and drive collective action. It will focus on innovative solutions, gender equality, and empowering women and girls in water access. The event, set for December 2–4, 2026, will produce an outcome document to guide global progress. #CleanWater #cleanwaterforall #unwater2026 #sdg6 #globalaction #collectiveaction

#ICYMI – Rev. Jimmy Melvin, Senior Pastor of Mount Zion Church in NC, urges us to come together for a common cause: #cleanwater and air. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts! https://lnkd.in/eKtxE9xn Stay tuned for Series 3 in March, focused on our Clean Water Defense campaign. #cleanwaterforall #factoryfarms #podcast

There's still time to act! This afternoon's anticipated House floor vote on the Waste Emissions Charge CRA is a crucial moment for our planet. 77+ environmental orgs, including Waterkeeper Alliance and many Waterkeeper groups, have sent a letter to Congress urging opposition to this dangerous rollback of the methane polluter fee. Read the letter here: bit.ly/3QxtPaS We need YOUR help NOW to contact your representatives and make sure they vote NO on the WEC CRA today. The methane polluter fee is a proven, cost-effective solution to reduce energy waste and protect public health. Rolling it back would: ➡️ Increase energy waste ➡️ Create uncertainty for operators ➡️ Harm public health ➡️ Undermine U.S. global leadership in fighting methane pollution When calling or emailing their offices, please consider this language: "I’m calling/writing to urge Representative [NAME] to oppose efforts to weaken the methane polluter fee. Rolling back this commonsense measure would increase methane waste, harming both the environment and the economy. Keeping the fee in place prevents needless energy waste, creates jobs, and strengthens U.S. energy security. This issue has long enjoyed bipartisan support, and I hope the Representative will stand with voters in protecting clean air, water, and U.S. energy efficiency." Every call and email counts—just one action from you could make a difference today in keeping this vital rule in place and protecting our future.

Cheers to California Coastkeeper Alliance for their incredible work to #ProtectCAWater! And a huge thank you to Ben Allen for introducing the Right to Clean Water Act and prioritizing #cleanwaterforall. California Coastkeeper Alliance partnered with Senator Allen and Defenders of Wildlife to introduce this landmark legislation that will uphold 50 years of clean water protections that California had before the 2023 Supreme Court Sackett v. EPA decision. With federal rollbacks accelerating, this action ensures #California’s waters will be safeguarded for future generations. Artwork courtesy of California Coastkeeper Alliance.

Now streaming! In the final episode of series two of 'Equity In Every Drop', Rev. Jimmy Melvin, senior pastor of Mount Zion Church in North Carolina, discusses the costly impact of factory farms on his community, from polluted drinking water to health risks and damaged ecosystems. He emphasizes the moral responsibility to safeguard clean air and water for all, highlighting the power of community engagement, scientific research, and cross-sector partnerships to drive sustainable solutions. Listen here or wherever you get your podcasts! https://lnkd.in/evqAxcA5 A special thank you to Tim Ellis for granting permission to use Reverend Melvin's photo. #podcast #NorthCarolina #SustainableSolutions #cleanwaterforall #CleanWater

As the Nantucket Waterkeeper with Nantucket Land and Water Council, RJ Turcotte faces many challenges—from balancing renewable energy initiatives and coastal erosion to supporting local conservation efforts. The need for a swift transition to clean energy to combat climate change and sea level rise is urgent, especially for vulnerable islands like Nantucket. Read our latest Who Is Waterkeeper to learn more about how RJ is navigating the complexities of environmental advocacy while working to protect the island's fragile ecosystem. https://lnkd.in/ewChuCFR #cleanwaterforall #cleanwater #climateaction #blog #blogpost #nantucket #nantucketisland

Chelsea McDonald, Waterkeeper Alliance's Clean Water Defense campaign manager, was quoted in a Truthout article published today about the persistent threat of lead in water. She stressed the need to protect environmental safeguards as debates continue over rolling back the Toxic Substances Control Act. Clean, lead-free water is critical for our communities. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/e_G-waSv #cleanwater #cleanwaterforall #environmentaljustice #leadfree #LeadFreeWater #water

Protecting water is protecting everything and everyone you love. 💙 Waterkeeper Alliance and our global movement of Waterkeepers work every day to ensure clean water remains a right for all—whether it’s patrolling waterways, organizing cleanups, educating communities, advocating for strong policies, or standing up to polluters in court. Learn to love and support clean water by exploring ways to give back and get involved. https://lnkd.in/eefXyh-H #cleanwaterforall #cleanwater #giveback #givebacktothecommunity #love #lovewater #protectwater #getinvolved #protectwhatmatters

The White House has issued an Executive Order announcing that it is “the policy of the United States to end the use of paper straws.” This isn’t just about paper vs. plastic. It’s about stopping the widespread environmental and ecological harm caused by #singleuseplastic. Plastic straws are among the top 10 contributors to marine debris worldwide, and many recycling systems can’t process them due to their size. Over 7 states and dozens of cities have passed laws to reduce plastic straw pollution because it’s a simple, tangible way for everyone to help with the global plastics crisis. This fight is about much more than straws—it’s about reducing wasteful plastic use to protect our waterways—and we must stay focused on real solutions. Waterkeeper groups across the globe are leading the fight against #plasticpollution. 👉 Find your local Waterkeeper and discover ways to get involved in protecting your community’s waterways. https://lnkd.in/ghXfcdcW