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Source Water Protection Week: Putting Drinking Water First
This Source Water Protection Week is an opportunity to elevate the impact on drinking water when making decisions at the local, state, and federal levels.
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Tell Congress: From Source to Tap, Keep the Funding Flowing
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) proved what’s possible when our nation invests in clean, safe, affordable drinking water. It funded lead pipe removal, PFAS cleanup, and protection for drinking water sources across the country. But this historic progress is at risk.
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Clean Water Staff Speak Out at EPA Listening Session
Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund made our voices loud and clear at the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA’s) latest listening session on the Clean Water Act. On May 1, 2025, EPA invited environmental stakeholders to weigh in on the definition of the “Waters of the United States,” an important term that determines what waters are protected and regulated under the Clean Water Act.
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Clean Water in Crisis: The Devastating Impact of a 65% EPA Budget Cut
Now, our water is under siege—not only by natural disasters or corporate greed, but by a goal set by President Trump and EPA Administrator Zeldin: to completely gut EPA. Last week, Administrator Zeldin stated the goal of the administration was to cut EPA spending by 65%.
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What’s at Stake for Protecting Our Waters
The outcome of the November 5 election will have significant implications for clean water, the climate, and environmental justice. The protection of clean water, once a broadly supported issue, has over time become highly politicized.
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Toxic Cyanobacteria Pollution Hits Home on a New Hampshire Lake
I have written or edited many articles over the years about toxic algae. But now, I’ve had my own first-hand experience. And now, this is way more than just another dirty water story to me. Just before the July 4th holiday, when I glimpsed news headlines about toxic algae in New Hampshire’s largest lake, Lake Winnipesaukee, I didn’t bother reading about the details. I assumed it was a problem happening somewhere far away from the quiet cove where I’ve spent so many summers with family and friends.