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50 Years into the Clean Water Act, Drinking Water Sources Still at Risk
Most drinking water in the United States—approximately 2/3—comes from above ground sources such as rivers, lakes, and streams. These surface waters are extremely vulnerable to pollution from human activities. Polluted runoff from farms, stockyards, roads, as well as industrial discharges of pollution ranging from coal plants to chemical manufacturers, threaten our drinking water sources across the country.
At Clean Water Action, we believe in “Putting Drinking Water First,” which means preventing threats to drinking water where they start. One of our most powerful tools to protect drinking
Reflections on Jim Florio: Congressman, Governor and Pinelands Commission Chair
“The power and conviction of Jim Florio to do what was right for people and environment extended far beyond New Jersey. In September 1985, Clean Water Action and the National Campaign Against Toxics Hazards had trucks travelling from across the country to our nation’s capital in a “Superdrive for Superfund”.
Along the way we picked up messages with pleas for help, petitions, medical devises and pictures of loved ones lost or impacted by nearby toxic waste sites. I knew I was part of something big as a young organizer helping people get a proper cleanup at the Baird & McGuire Superfund site
Clean Water 50 Stories: Jennifer Cavanary
In honor of Clean Water Action's 50th birthday, we are lifting up voices and stories in the Clean Water movement through #CleanWater50Stories. Our story is the story of everyday people who have used their power to make a difference to create a healthier and greener future for all. Meet Jennifer Cavanary, Clean Water Action's National Membership and Information Manager!
What's Your Connection to Clean Water? I started working at Clean Water at the end of March of 2020.
What's Your Favorite Clean Water Action Memory or Story? I started working at Clean Water right as the Pandemic started. So