Waterkeepers Chesapeake

We're hiring! We have an exciting position for someone who would like to make a difference in an environmental nonprofit as part of a small team. The Program Associate will be assisting in all aspects of the advancing the goals of this coalition of local Waterkeepers. Job notice: https://lnkd.in/eFZSt8kn #nonprofitjobs

On this #WorldWaterDay, we need warriors more than ever – both Waterkeepers and ordinary people like you who care about everyone's right to clean water. As federal protections are cut, budgets decreased and government oversight reduced, we need to double our efforts to protect the places we live, work and play … before they are gone. Will you make a gift today? From World Water Day until Earth Day on April 22, a generous donor will match up to $1000! https://lnkd.in/egBCbFti Photo credit: Alan Lehman, Potomac Riverkeeper Network (2018)

In Maryland, we have a chance to stop the spread of biosolids (sewage sludge) contaminated with PFAS on our farm fields. We're working with Sen. Sara Love and Del. Dana Stein on a bill that sets a limit on PFAS and requires testing of biosolids prior to its use as fertilizer on farm fields. EPA has determined that PFAS is toxic. But we can't wait for EPA to act. It's urgent that Maryland acts now to safeguard its drinking water sources, environment and the health of our farmers and communities. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/eaiddBpp #PFAS #foreverchemicals #MDGA25

The new Trump administration has orchestrated deliberate and callous chaos since taking office. The list is too long to list here. But we wanted to alert you to this latest move. EPA's Office for Environmental Justice is closed and the federal EJ Screen mapping tool is gone (as are state-based EJ Screen tools like Maryland's that linked to the federal database). Dept. of Justice's Environment and Natural Resources Division staff have been fired and its the Office of Environmental Justice has been eliminated. For the next 4 years, we will see more webpages like the one below. And we will need strong local advocacy now more than ever to counter the hostility at the federal level. Read more here: https://wapo.st/4gpZJ3v

The Eastern Hellbender, the largest salamander in North America, needs your help to get it across the finish line to endangered species protection. In December, the U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service announced a proposal to list the Eastern Hellbender as an endangered species throughout its 15-state range. The Hellbender needs clean, fast-flowing mountain rivers and streams to survive. It's urgent that to take action by February 11 to submit comments supporting this proposal. https://lnkd.in/gbPY6idb #hellbender #endangeredspeciesact #takeaction

Our Waterkeepers have been calling attention to the toxic coal ash problems for years. And they have been fighting back with research, community mobilization, legislation and litigation because everyone deserves clean, safe drinking water. https://lnkd.in/gANgACdi #coalash #drinkingwater

We are pleased to announce Waterkeepers Chesapeake has joined 1% for the Planet as an environmental partner! This partnership is intended to advance our impact as well as involve more businesses in the environmental movement. 1% for the Planet is an accountability partner for businesses that are ready to reject business as usual and give back to environmental partners making a difference around the globe. Started in 2002 by Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, and Craig Mathews, founder of Blue Ribbon Flies, their members have given hundreds of millions of dollars to environmental partners to date. Learn more by viewing Waterkeepers Chesapeake's profile here: https://lnkd.in/egviG9aY

PFAS, the toxic forever chemicals, can enter your body through multiple pathways, including drinking water, food, air and dust, and daily products. According to the CDC, 97% of Americans have PFAS in their blood. Check out our fact sheet (English & Spanish) to learn more. https://lnkd.in/eepVPsgC #PFAS #foreverchemicals #publichealth

Reclamation & Resilience is the theme of Nature Forward’s 2025 #TakingNatureBlack Conference on March 5 - 8. Registration opens today! Join us for dynamic speakers, networking and inspiring dialogue: https://lnkd.in/eAQAxKgn

It's a very exciting day! The Fish & Wildlife Service is proposing to list the eastern hellbender as an endangered species! This long-over due proposal came after a lawsuit filed Center for Biological Diversity on behalf of Waterkeepers Chesapeake, Middle Susquehanna Riverkeeper, Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper, and Waterkeeper Alliance. Read more about this incredible salamander: https://lnkd.in/e-V4hDAu #hellbender #endangeredspecies #endangeredspeciesact Middle Susquehanna RIVERKEEPER Lower Susquehanna Riverkeeper Association Waterkeeper Alliance Center for Biological Diversity