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Our latest blog profiles Heather Smith, Grand Traverse Bay Waterkeeper, who works with local government on protective policies, advocates for decisions that protect water, coordinates volunteers, monitors in the field, and acts as a community resource.

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The U.S. Supreme Court’s decision in Sackett vs. EPA prioritizes polluting industries over clean water and public health and ignores decades of legal precedent, science, and Clean Water Act protections.

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We’re a global movement of community-based advocates united for clean, healthy, and abundant water for all people and the planet. We preserve and protect water by connecting local Waterkeeper groups worldwide.

2.7M Square Miles of Waterways
300+ Waterkeeper Groups
47 Countries
1.1M Volunteers & Supporters Worldwide

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News 05-30-2023
Who Is Waterkeeper: Heather Smith, Grand Traverse Baykeeper

Grand Traverse Bay sits at the northern end of Michigan’s lower peninsula. The embayment is known for its pristine blue waters that look almost turquoise...

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News 05-25-2023
Waterkeepers Meet in Hyannis, Massachusetts for Regional Summit

Earlier this month, North Atlantic Waterkeepers gathered in Hyannis, Massachusetts for a long awaited Regional Summit.  The North Atlantic Regional Summit...

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Clean Water Defense | News | Press Releases 05-25-2023
Waterkeeper Alliance Calls on Congress for Safeguards After Supreme Court Delivers Blow to Clean Water Act

Court’s Decision Prioritizes Polluting Industries Over Clean Water and Public Health and Ignores Decades of Legal Precedent, Science, and Clean Water...

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Invisible. Unbreakable. Unnatural.

We're sounding the alarm on a PFAS pollution emergency in U.S. waters.

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