A new International Plastic Pellet Count report released by Waterkeeper Alliance, in partnership with 5Gyres, the Public Interest Research Group (PIRG), and Environment America, reveals that an estimated 200,000 metric tons – or 10 trillion nurdles – make their way into our oceans every year. The result of our first International Plastic Pellet Count that […] The post New Report Quantifies Alarming Levels of Plastic Pellet Pollution in International Waterways, Highlights Need for Strong...| Waterkeeper
Ever since childhood, Tofazzal Sohel has been involved in his community, advocating for both his fellow members of the community, as well as their shared environment. Tofazzal grew up on the banks of the Khowai River. It was there that he developed a natural bond with the waterway. “The river shaped my childhood. It is […] The post Who Is Waterkeeper: Tofazzal Sohel, Khowai River Waterkeeper appeared first on Waterkeeper.| Waterkeeper
Waterkeeper Alliance joined a coalition of 10 environmental and public health organizations, including Cape Fear River Watch, in filing a federal lawsuit against the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for abandoning critical regulations aimed at curbing water pollution from slaughterhouses and meat processing facilities. The petition, filed in the United States Court of Appeals for the […] The post Waterkeeper Alliance and Allies Sue EPA for Abandoning Slaughterhouse Water Pollution Rule...| Waterkeeper
Godfrey Kitimbo is the Kyoga Nile Waterkeeper in Uganda. He was born and raised along the NIle River in Jinja, Uganda. His parents were raised nearby alongside Lake Kyoga in a community that depended on the fresh water source for fishing, farming, transportation, and drinking water. Godfrey’s deep-rooted connection to this ecosystem, along with his […] The post Who Is Waterkeeper, Godfrey Kitimbo, Kyoga Nile Waterkeeper appeared first on Waterkeeper.| Waterkeeper
Waterkeeper Alliance recently took part in a community cleanup hosted by Hudson Riverkeeper, in partnership with Riverside Park Conservancy and HSBC. We were joined by 100 volunteers and interns to collect discarded bottles, bottle caps, other waste – even bicycles from both the surrounding area and the river. One intern discovered an entire container of […] The post Hudson Riverkeeper Clean-up Event appeared first on Waterkeeper.| Waterkeeper
As the Nantucket Waterkeeper, RJ Turcotte faces many challenges—from balancing renewable energy and coastal erosion to local conservation efforts. Driven by a lifelong passion for the water, he’s navigating the complexities of environmental advocacy and protecting Nantucket’s fragile ecosystem.| Waterkeeper
Waterkeeper Alliance recently joined Utah Rivers Council in Park City, Utah, to announce and officially launch the Great Salt Lake Waterkeeper. This critical initiative underscores the urgent need to protect the largest remaining wetland ecosystem in the Western United States, a vital habitat for 10–12 million migratory birds spanning 338 species that travel from every […]| Waterkeeper
In 2022, Riley Lewis accepted her dream job as the White Oak Waterkeeper in North Carolina, a position that allowed her to apply her education and experience in coastal and ocean policy to protect the region’s vital water systems. The path to this role wasn’t easy or expected. After earning a master’s degree in Coastal […]| Waterkeeper
