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Reflections on Juneteenth
Juneteenth, observed every year on June 19, is a holiday commemorating the end of slavery in the United States. It is the date in 1865 when federal troops arrived in Texas and the last enslaved African Americans learned of the Emancipation Proclamation--over two years after it was issued. In 2021, President Joe Biden formally marked Juneteenth as a federal holiday.
Today, Clean Water Action is reflecting on the legacy of slavery and the racism that still stains this country, and learning of and creating opportunities for us to take action to demonstrate that Black Lives Matter. The link
Clean Water 50 Stories: Janet Tauro
To celebrate Clean Water Action's 50th anniversary, we’re sharing our history and journey with the people who have joined us along the way. Meet Janet Tauro is a long time grassroots activist and NJ Advisory Board Chair of Clean Water Action.
New Jersey Releases Landmark Environmental Justice Rules
Environmental Justice (EJ) communities throughout New Jersey are on the brink of change as the landmark Environmental Justice Bill S232 comes closer to being realized. Today’s release of long awaited rules that accompany this landmark EJ Law is a critically important milestone.
How to Have a Green BBQ Summer!
Great food and great weather bring us together. Barbecues in the summer are perfect for spending time outside with loved ones. Here are some tips to make BBQing as “green” as possible this summer!
Meet our new Texas Director, Becky Smith!
Welcome to our new Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund Texas State Director, Becky Smith! Becky is taking the helm in the Lone Star State after our long time Texas State Director David Foster transitioned into his well-earned retirement at the end of 2021 after 26 years serving the people and natural environment of Texas.
Becky brings a significant amount of experience in grassroots organizing, policy advocacy, and fundraising. While new to the role of Texas State Director, she is no stranger to Texas Clean Water. Becky began her career in environmental advocacy and action in 2001 as a