The future of the Delaware River Watershed is being shaped right now by leaders across the Basin. On September 29 and 30, many of them came together in Newark, Delaware, for the 14th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum.
14th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum Unites Conservation Organizations, Advocates in Newark, Delaware
Newark, DE — The Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed (CDRW) convened its 14th Delaware River Watershed Forum in Newark, Delaware, on Tuesday, September 29, and Wednesday, September 30. More than 250 people representing organizations and communities across the five Delaware River Watershed states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, New York, and Maryland gathered for two days, focused on the challenges and opportunities shaping the future of the watershed.
13th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum Unites Conservation Organizations, Advocates in Randolph, NJ
Coalition of Nearly 200 Organizations Highlights the Power of Collaboration to Ensure a Thriving Delaware River Watershed
Randolph, NJ (October 28. 2025) — The Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed (CDRW) convened over 100 conservation leaders, advocates, and partners from Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, New York, and Maryland for its 13th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum in Randolph, NJ on October 23–24. Together, they explored strategies to protect and strengthen the Delaware River Watershed, a lifeline that provides clean drinking water to 14.2 million people (about 4% of the U.S. population), including more than 3 million in New Jersey.
Strength in Collaboration: Reflections from the 13th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum
The Delaware River Watershed Forum continues to serve as a cornerstone gathering for professionals, advocates, and community leaders committed to protecting and restoring the Delaware River Watershed. Each year, the Forum provides a space to connect, exchange ideas, and strengthen partnerships that advance clean water, climate resilience, and environmental equity across the region.
12th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum Unites Conservation Organizations, Advocates in Bethlehem, PA
Bethlehem, PA — The Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed (CDRW) held its 12th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum in Bethlehem, PA on Thursday, September 26th and Friday, September 27th. Over 200 people attended, bringing together organizations and individuals spanning the four Delaware River Watershed states of Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Delaware, and New York, to collaborate and build capacity for environmental conservation. The Delaware River Watershed provides drinking water to 14.2 million people (about 4% of the U.S. population), including 5.7 million Pennsylvanians.
Preserving Our Watershed: Highlights from the 12th Annual Forum
The Delaware River Watershed continues to thrive, thanks to the collective efforts of conservation leaders, stakeholders, and advocates who came together for the 12th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum. This year’s event, held in Bethlehem, PA, brought fresh energy, innovative ideas, and a renewed focus on partnership-building. Hosted by the Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed in collaboration with the National Wildlife Federation, the forum highlighted the shared commitment to preserving this vital waterway.
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.
11th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum Unites Hundreds of Conservation Advocates, Constituents, and Organizations in Wilmington, DE
Wilmington, DE — The Coalition for the Delaware River Watershed (CDRW), supported by the National Wildlife Federation, held its 11th Annual Delaware River Watershed Forum in Wilmington, DE, on Thursday, September 28th and Friday, September 29th. More than 300 watershed advocates attended the event, bringing together organizations and individuals spanning the four Delaware River Watershed states of Delaware, New Jersey, New York, and Pennsylvania to collaborate and build capacity for environmental conservation throughout our region.