The Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed was formed to help protect and restore the Delaware River, its tributaries, and surrounding landscapes.
We work in the 4 watershed states: DE, NJ, NY, and PA. The purpose is plain – a clean Delaware for future generations. To achieve it we need to work together to protect nature, control pollution, and keep our water safe for children, families, and all whose lives and livelihoods depend on clean water. Organizations in Delaware, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, and Maryland make up the community
of the Coalition. Members range in size and reach from local groups on the frontlines of watershed protection to organizations that work on regional, state and national levels. Our common bond is a belief that we all are accountable for a healthy watershed. Membership is free and open to non-governmental organizations committed to seeking improved Delaware River Basin policy and protection. We believe there’s a new future for our watershed, and the work of our members will bring us there. We hope you’ll join us.
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Thank you to U.S. Senator Chris C***s and Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester, for connecting with TNC and the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed on the upcoming farm bill, clean water funding, and the return of the Recovering America's Wildlife Act - a once in a generation opportunity to protect wildlife.
Happy ! Today we are recognizing women around the world who are advocating for a cleaner, healthier, and more equitable planet. Read more about some of the young women changing the world here! > http://ow.ly/FEKk50Nc7np
Spring is right around the corner! Check out your favorite local woods to spot skunk cabbage. Skunk cabbage is a perennial plant that emerges in early spring and smells like rotting meat. Learn more about skunk cabbage here!> http://ow.ly/UlIS50N7AaN
Berta Isabel Cáceres Flores knew the importance of preserving the natural world around her and founded several campaigns in Honduras, notably against the Agua Zarca Dam. Read more about the one that received the 2015 Goldman Environmental Prize here: http://bit.ly/3qyuryu
The Reauthorization has been reintroduced! Thank you to Senator Tom Carper & Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester for once again leading the effort to protect the , one of our nation’s more critical resources for , , and .
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Let’s speak up for ! Did you know that all needs to be protected from contamination? Contaminated groundwater can make people sick! 🤢 That’s why we are encouraging everyone to maintain safe and clean groundwater systems!
DYK, the is home to a large variety of wildlife and aquatic life, including more than 400 bird species and more than 100 species of fish.
AND the Delaware Bay is home to the largest population of spawning horseshoe crabs in the world.
Meet CDRW member Brandywine Red Clay Alliance, who believes in promoting restoration, conservation, and enjoyment of the natural resources of the Brandywine and Red Clay watersheds. Learn more about their impact on the here> http://ow.ly/KPrW50MS1T0
March is ! is a time to acknowledge the impact women have had on the environmental movement, but also a time to learn how to involve them further in the movement. Read about different ways to do that here: http://bit.ly/3qs2Peh
Come out to support BRRT at Theater N this Friday (3/3) & see DamNation! DamNation is a Patagonia film that explores how the construction & removal of dams affects ecosystems and us. Doors open at 5:45pm- you can buy tickets here!>http://ow.ly/50Z350MUFIh
🎉 The New Jersey Assembly passed the bill A4783, establishing a long overdue “right-to-know” for renters and buyers. We are happy to see our moving forward!
Please join us in welcoming Maria Castro, CDRW's new Member & Events Coordinator! Get to know Maria here >> http://ow.ly/EOfk50N4FK3
Meet CDRW member Environment America, who protects the water we drink by holding polluters accountable, strengthening protections, networking with local clean water champions, and more. Learn more about their impact on the here> http://ow.ly/aM1x50MOwSl
Great funding opportunity📣! The Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund is now accepting proposals for projects that restore wildlife habitat, increase waterway access, and improve water quality. http://ow.ly/yl8150MS5xl
Have you ever wondered where the word hoagie comes from? The Delaware River, or rather an island in the river, is one explanation for why folx in the Delaware Valley call their sandwiches "hoagies."
Meet CDRW member Basha Kill Area Association (BKAA), who works with their members to preserve the unspoiled quality of the beautiful & unique Basha Kill! Learn more about their upcoming events and impact on the here> http://ow.ly/q4Fh50MOo3A
Once abundant in North America, the beaver was largely wiped out from much of the continent, including in the . Today, beavers can be found throughout the four-state region, & their presence signals that the river's ecosystem is improving!
Calling all Pennsylvanians! The draft Pennsylvania Post-Construction Stormwater Management (PCSM) Manual is out for review and comment. The comment period will be open for a 90-days (January 28 – April 28). Find out more information here > http://ow.ly/EP6v50MSh80
📣 The Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund 2023 request for proposals is open! The deadline to apply is Thursday, March 16th, 2023, by 11:59 PM Eastern Time. http://ow.ly/b76n50MS4nh
This , here are 3 things we 💚 about the :
✅clean drinking water for over 13 million people
✅habitats for birds, fish & other wildlife
✅ creeks & streams to kayak & canoe
Estuaries like the provide clean water, abundant wildlife, natural beauty, recreation, and historical and cultural assets that boost property values and attract tourism.
Meet CDRW member Brandywine Conservancy - whose belief is that a healthy & secure natural environment is essential to meet the needs and aspirations of present & future generations. Learn more about their impact on the > http://ow.ly/jRyn50MNmG1
Join us in welcoming the Coalition's newest Digital Communications Intern, Allison Harten! Allison is a recent graduate from the University of Delaware and previously worked for Delaware Nature Society in education. Read more about Allison here > http://ow.ly/tPcc50MOsA1
Today marks the start of ! Join us in celebrating Black voices, trailblazers and history in the Delaware River Watershed this month and throughout the year!
According to a 2022 survey from the state Division of Fish and Wildlife, the endangered bald eagle population is increasing in New Jersey 🦅! About 50% of our state’s population can be found in the Delaware Bay region, via WHYY News
https://whyy.org/articles/bald-eagles-population-rising-new-jersey/
Eagles have worked hard at repopulating since about 40 years ago, when there was only one nest in the Garden State.
Join River Network Jan. 31st as they introduce a new resource on tracking common sources of pollution and tools for community action in the Delaware Basin.
Register here >> http://ow.ly/1uQR50MBlJQ
Tookany/Tacony-Frankford (TTF) Watershed Partnership receives $260K Growing Greener grant for a retrofit project at Congregation Adath Jeshurun (AJ) in Elkins Park, Montgomery County!
Read more >> http://ow.ly/9qqx50MyYo2
Investing $700 million of American Rescue Plan funding to water infrastructure will help NJ upgrade stormwater systems, replace lead service lines, & remove harmful chemicals from our drinking water.
https://newjerseyglobe.com/state-government/opinion-lets-commit-to-more-investment-in-new-jerseys-water-infrastructure/
OPINION Access to clean water is essential, but not guaranteed. The network of pipes and systems that keep water running across New Jersey are in need of
Join us in welcoming The Corps Network as members of CDRW! The Corps Network advances programs that transform young people’s lives and communities through career development, conservation, and civic engagement. Learn more >> https://corpsnetwork.org/
The Coalition's January Newsletter is here! Get caught up on all things CDRW >> https://conta.cc/3vRo0Lf
The Watershed Institute's annual Watershed Conference is Feb. 10 & 17! Learn more and register now at http://thewatershed.org/conference
It’s ! Did you know that the basin provides habitat and food to 250+ migrating bird species?
! Are you interested in media relations, nonprofit communications, and social media management? We're hiring a paid Digital Communications Intern to join our talented team! Could that be you? Apply today. https://bit.ly/3i6gclC
Great news! Congress provided $11.5M for the Delaware River Basin Restoration Program in FY23. That means more funds to improve water quality, protect wildlife habitat, reduce flooding, and increase river access. . Read our full statement >> https://bit.ly/3XjfQaf
From all of us at CDRW, we wish you a safe, healthy, and very happy holiday!
Today, December 21st, is the winter solstice, the official first day of winter! It marks the shortest day of the year in the Northern Hemisphere when the sun appears at its most southerly position, directly overhead at the Tropic of Capricorn.
Yesterday, the NJ State Senate passed S.3110, requiring flood risk disclosures for all homebuyers and renters - next stop is the NJ Assembly!
Over a dozen species of freshwater mussels are native to the . As filter-feeders, mollusks clean the water they live in, improving water quality, and making them a critical part of the ecosystem! Learn more > https://bit.ly/3FutEXQ
DYK that eco-ableism is the centering of able bodies over individuals with disabilities through ecological & environmental lenses? Eco-ableism is just one form of ableism, and it occurs in both access to nature & the environmental movement. Learn more > https://bit.ly/3utYJWB
Join us in welcoming CDRW's newest member, Waterspirit! Learn more about their work >> https://www.waterspirit.org/
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It's National #RiversMonth! The perfect time to celebrate our favorite waterway - the #DelawareRiver. 13.3 million people rely on the watershed for drinking water, which is about 4% of the U.S. population. The watershed also provides 4 states and 2 major cities with water! 💧
Happy #NationalWildlifeWeek! DYK that the #DelRiverWatershed is home to over 90 species of fish? Healthy 🐟 populations = healthy ecosystems. By protecting our waterways, we can protect the fish that call the #DelawareRiver home.
Today is #WorldRiversDay and we’re excited to #CelebrateRivers in our watershed! Leave an emoji or a gif in the comments section to let us know how you plan to celebrate your local river or creek. 👇 (P.S. Watch your step out there! 😏)
Coming to you live from the NJ Pinelands to announce new funding for Atlantic white-cedar restoration in S Jersey! This will improve water quality and wildlife habitat in the #DelRiverWatershed.
Wildlife (like this red fox spotted in NJ by our staffer Olivia) rely on our watershed as habitat, but pollution and overdevelopment pose threats. 🦊 Act locally: Celebrate the 50th anniversary of #EarthDay by picking up 50 pieces of trash in your neighborhood! #TheWorldisWater
See what's "making a splash" in the #DelRiverWatershed with the latest Delaware River Deep Dive newsletter! We've got you covered from the Upper Delaware down to the Christina River. #4states1source www.delriverwatershed.org/delaware-river-deep-dive
Want to know more about what's going on in the #DelRiverWatershed? 🌎💦🦅 Here's the latest Delaware River Deep Dive newsletter so you can get to know YOUR watershed: www.delriverwatershed.org/delaware-river-deep-dive
Want to know more about what's going on in the Delaware River Watershed ? Check out the latest Delaware River Deep Dive and get to know YOUR watershed! 💧🌳 #4states1source http://ow.ly/knvo50xOnw0
Today is Campfire Day! 🔥⛺ There is no shortage of outdoor spots to enjoy a campfire in our watershed, just be sure to check with your municipality or forest rangers before you start one. Here are some fire safety tips for building and putting out a campfire from the U.S. Department of Agriculture.
We're hiring! If you have a love for public policy and conservation, apply to join our team as a Policy Intern based in Trenton, NJ. Learn more here: http://www.delriverwatershed.org/were-hiring 🌳💧
Live from Washington D.C. with Trout Unlimited’s Eastern Policy Director David Kinney Trout Unlimited's mission to defend the future of our nation’s cold, clean, fishable waterways has brought them to communities across the U.S. – including Pennsylvania and New Jersey’s portions of the Delaware River Watershed. TU engages in stream restoration projects, dam removal, and advocacy – as Eastern Policy Director David Kinney explains. #CDRWHillDay
Live from Washington D.C. with Tookany/Tacony-Frankford (TTF) Watershed Partnership Executive Director Julie Slavet TTF Watershed Partnership is dedicated to improving the health and vitality of the Philadelphia and Montgomery County watershed by collaborating with municipalities and leading communities in education, stewardship, restoration, and advocacy. Executive Director Julie Slavet talks about her mission in D.C. during #CDRWHillDay.
Live from Washington D.C. with New York League of Conservation Voters Director of Programs Angela Hotaling NYLCV is the only statewide environmental organization in New York that fights for clean water, clean air, renewable energy, and open space through political action. By evaluating the performance of elected officials, endorsing candidates who care about the environment, and campaigning for the passage of laws and candidates - they've had some great successes! NYLCV’s Director of Programs talks about why she’s in D.C. for #CDRWHillDay
Live from Washington D.C. with the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed’s Director Sandra Meola #CDRWHillDay Every year the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed and member organizations come to Washington D.C. to meet directly with Members of Congress that represent the watershed in PA, NJ, NY, and DE. CDRW Director Sandra Meola explains what’s on the line.
Stretching 330 miles from Hancock, NY down to the Delaware Bay, the #DelawareRiver and it's tributaries provide tranquility and recreation to hundreds of communities. In this video, community member Tonya Robinson explains that her neighborhood waterway, the Schuylkill River near Bartram's Garden, brings beauty and stress relief into her life. You can stand up for your neighborhood waterways by telling the EPA to not weaken the Clean Water Rule>> http://bit.ly/cleanwater19
Over the years federal protections for our waterways has increased, which is why community members near Bartram's Garden, like Morris Sampson, can enjoy the Schuylkill River. Once dirty and barren, the river is now teaming with life and has become a neighborhood sanctuary. Tell the EPA: We can't go back in time by weakening Clean Water Rule protections. ADD YOUR NAME TODAY> http://bit.ly/cleanwater19
DYK that the Delaware River is fed by 216 tributaries in 4 different states? Chris Forman of Bartram's Garden explains what connecting to his local tributary, the Schuylkill River, means to him. 💧 You can stand up for all of the Delaware River's tributaries by telling the EPA to not weaken the Clean Water Rule>> http://bit.ly/cleanwater19
Bartram's Garden sits on the Schuylkill River, a major tributary of the Delaware, that was once so dirty and polluted it set on fire. Thanks to the Clean Water Act, the river has become a source of fun and connection for the community. But with threats to portions of the Clean Water Act on the horizon, we must TAKE ACTION and tell the EPA to #ProtectCleanWater>> http://bit.ly/cleanwater19
How will New Jersey manage to update old water infrastructure as well as address the impacts of flooding and climate change? As Assemblywoman Pinkin explains, the state's legislature is taking steps through legislation that tackles stormwater management.
Congressman Brendan Boyle, the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed, Riverfront North Partnership, Tookany/Tacony-Frankford Watershed Partnership, and Pennsylvania Environmental Council gathered for a press conference in Lardner’s Point Park on October 24, 2018 to advocate for 2019 federal funding for Delaware River Basin states, including Pennsylvania. The Delaware River Basin Restoration Program (DRBRP) received $5 million for fiscal year 2018 and stakeholders are now encouraging Congress to increase the funding to $6 million for fiscal year 2019. On September 28th, Congress did not vote on the fiscal year 2019 Department of Interior bill, which contains DRBRP funding. Instead, Congress passed a continuing resolution, giving them until December 7th to act. Read more: http://ow.ly/iLNU30mmseo
Thanks to the work NJ League of Conservation Voters and many partner organizations, bill A2694/S1073 allowing municipalities to implement stormwater utilities passed out of NJ Assembly committee yesterday! In this video, NJLCV Executive Director Ed Potosnak highlights the importance of legislation in the fight to defend against flooding and polluted runoff that ends up in our waterways.
How do major storms pollute waterways in the #DelRiverWatershed? What can we can do to protect our homes, roads, and communities from flooding? Our Director Sandra Meola breaks down the problems with #stormwater run-off and explains what we can do about it in this new video.
Last week at #DelRivForum2018, Joy Oakes of National Parks Conservation Association captured this video of a beautiful monarch butterfly basking in the #CapeMay sun. Thanks to monarch tagging, we know that each Fall east coast monarchs travel thousands of miles south to migrate in the Central Mexican Mountains.
We work to achieve this mission by coordinating communications, messages, and actions to foster accountability for success at the federal, state, and local levels.
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Riverview Plaza/3rd FloorCatholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton
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Woolverton StreetNew Jersey Association on Correction
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League of Women Voters of New Jersey
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New Jersey Department of Agriculture
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Catholic Charities, Diocese of Trenton
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New Jersey Council on Developmental Disabilit
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Progressive Center for Independent Living NJ
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Trenton Ecumenical Area Ministry (TEAM)
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New Jersey Association on Correction
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Mercer County Board of Social Services
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