Imagine a day without the Delaware River— the mighty force that plays a vital role in millions of lives completely vanishes for a day. Scary, right? But why should we care, and what does the Delaware River mean to us?
New Jersey Coalition Members Hear from DEP and the Legislature About Efforts to Address PFAS in our Waterways
CDRW’s New Jersey members have been busy the last couple of months. We had the opportunity to hear from both the Department of Environmental Protection and NJ Assemblyman Brandon Umba about ongoing efforts to address the impact of PFAS in New Jersey waterways.
PFAS, short for per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances, are manmade chemical toxins that pose a significant threat to public health, water quality and wildlife. PFAS have been linked to severe human health impacts, including cancer. These substances are present in many of the products that we use in our everyday lives and they have been found virtually everywhere, from the Arctic to the Delaware River.
Small Wonder, Big Impact: Reflections on the 11th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum
The heart of the Delaware River Watershed beats strong, and this year, it pulsed with vibrant energy as conservation enthusiasts, experts, and advocates from all walks of life gathered in Wilmington, Delaware, for the 11th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum. Hosted by the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed in partnership with the National Wildlife Federation, this two-day event, held on September 28-29, 2023, was nothing short of extraordinary.
Coalition Partners Oppose the Diversion of Game Commission Funds Proposed in PA Budget Bill
Pennsylvania's state budget is more than two months overdue. The House is not expected to return to session until September 26, which is when they will review House Bill 1300 - the fiscal code bill passed by the Senate earlier this summer. Unfortunately, as currently written, HB 1300 proposes to transfer $150 million in funding from the Pennsylvania Game Commission (PGC) to the Clean Streams Fund (CSF) for fiscal year 2023-24.
September Events
Welcome Promise Neighborhoods of the Lehigh Valley, CDRW's newest member!
Promise Neighborhoods is an anti-violence and anti-poverty organization. We are black led, anti-racist, women centered, liberation based grassroots organization focused on community health and well-being. We take an epidemiology-based approach to address the systemic issues most affecting marginalized communities of the Lehigh Valley, including environmental health and justice.
Meet CDRW’s New NJ State Lead, Katie Perrone!
It is no surprise that the power of the Coalition comes from our 180 member organizations. More specifically the many talented, passionate, and dedicated individuals who work at those organizations and are making an immense difference in improving the health of the Delaware River Watershed - from the headwaters down to the Delaware Bay.
Over 14 million people rely on Our Shared Waters – Delaware River Basin Commission updates its key ‘Population Served’ number
By Sara Sayed, DRBC Water Resource Scientist
The Delaware River Basin is a powerhouse of culture, economy and history. Our Basin is also notable for its large size-to-service ratio, meaning the Delaware River Basin drains only 0.4% of land in the contiguous United States, but approximately four percent of the U.S. population relies on its waters for drinking, agricultural and industrial use.