Delaware Riverkeeper Network
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Environmental Advocacy Nonprofit. Giving a voice to the Delaware River & all its communities.
Join us January 28th for a webinar that takes a deep dive into the economics of fracking in Pennsylvania. We'll be featuring two experts, Elizabeth Marx from the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project, and Sean O’Leary of the Ohio River Valley Institute who will share their thoughts.
bit.ly/FrackingFailPA
bit.ly/FrackingFailPA
Welcome! You are invited to join a webinar: The Failed Economics of Fracking in Pennsylvania. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email about joining the webinar.
Wednesday, January 28, 7:00pm ET The Delaware River Frack Ban and Climate Action Coalition present Elizabeth Marx, PULP, and Sean O’Leary, ORVI REGISTER BELOW Fracking has dominated the energy…
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January 16, 2026 at 8:06 PM
Join us January 28th for a webinar that takes a deep dive into the economics of fracking in Pennsylvania. We'll be featuring two experts, Elizabeth Marx from the Pennsylvania Utility Law Project, and Sean O’Leary of the Ohio River Valley Institute who will share their thoughts.
bit.ly/FrackingFailPA
bit.ly/FrackingFailPA
EPA abdicating its duties once again. This time with the repeal of the "endangerment finding"
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Trump’s EPA is taking itself out of the regulation game
The agency has long tried to curb carbon emissions and protect human health. Critics say that under Trump it is giving up on both.
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January 16, 2026 at 5:19 PM
EPA abdicating its duties once again. This time with the repeal of the "endangerment finding"
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grist.org/politics/tru...
Contact your City Council Member now and urge them to vote YES on Bill #250768, the “Stop Trashing Our Air Act.” Stop burning the trash—keep our air and lungs clean.
Take Action Now.
delawareriverkeeper.org/support-the-...
#incineration #waste #trash #airpollution #smog #asthma #Philly
Take Action Now.
delawareriverkeeper.org/support-the-...
#incineration #waste #trash #airpollution #smog #asthma #Philly
Support the Philadelphia bill to stop Chester’s polluting trash incineration! – Delaware Riverkeeper Network
Give Take Action
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January 15, 2026 at 4:04 PM
Contact your City Council Member now and urge them to vote YES on Bill #250768, the “Stop Trashing Our Air Act.” Stop burning the trash—keep our air and lungs clean.
Take Action Now.
delawareriverkeeper.org/support-the-...
#incineration #waste #trash #airpollution #smog #asthma #Philly
Take Action Now.
delawareriverkeeper.org/support-the-...
#incineration #waste #trash #airpollution #smog #asthma #Philly
We attended a community meeting in Carbon County, PA regarding PFAS contamination at the Palmerton Zinc Pile Superfund Site held by EPA. Sewage Sludge spread on the site was found to contain toxic PFAS at levels exceeding the limit several times and are finding their way into the local waterways.
January 14, 2026 at 7:01 PM
We attended a community meeting in Carbon County, PA regarding PFAS contamination at the Palmerton Zinc Pile Superfund Site held by EPA. Sewage Sludge spread on the site was found to contain toxic PFAS at levels exceeding the limit several times and are finding their way into the local waterways.
We are proud to announce our 29th annual Watershed Congress, happening March 28th at Alvernia University, in Reading, PA! Meet and learn from a variety of professionals working on issues in the watershed field.
Early registration is open now at a discount:
delawareriverkeeper.org/watershed-co...
Early registration is open now at a discount:
delawareriverkeeper.org/watershed-co...
2026 Watershed Congress – Delaware Riverkeeper Network
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January 14, 2026 at 4:56 PM
We are proud to announce our 29th annual Watershed Congress, happening March 28th at Alvernia University, in Reading, PA! Meet and learn from a variety of professionals working on issues in the watershed field.
Early registration is open now at a discount:
delawareriverkeeper.org/watershed-co...
Early registration is open now at a discount:
delawareriverkeeper.org/watershed-co...
Intervene and Submit Your Comment on Constitution Pipeline’s New FERC Petition by January 29!
Take action now:
bit.ly/FERC-ConstPipeline
Take action now:
bit.ly/FERC-ConstPipeline
Intervene and Comment on Constitution Pipeline’s New FERC Petition – Delaware Riverkeeper Network
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January 12, 2026 at 9:32 PM
Intervene and Submit Your Comment on Constitution Pipeline’s New FERC Petition by January 29!
Take action now:
bit.ly/FERC-ConstPipeline
Take action now:
bit.ly/FERC-ConstPipeline
Yesterday, the Climate Superfund Act cleared the NJ Senate Committee. Huge thank you to supporters for making this happen. While it won't make it in time to the Gov's desk, we showed we have the numbers to go all the way.
www.roi-nj.com/2026/01/09/i...
#ClimateSuperfund
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#ClimateSuperfund
Climate Superfund Act advanced by N.J. Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee | ROI-NJ
The Climate Superfund Act (S3545) was advanced by the New Jersey Senate Budget and Appropriations Committee, drawing praise and opposition.
www.roi-nj.com
January 9, 2026 at 9:29 PM
Yesterday, the Climate Superfund Act cleared the NJ Senate Committee. Huge thank you to supporters for making this happen. While it won't make it in time to the Gov's desk, we showed we have the numbers to go all the way.
www.roi-nj.com/2026/01/09/i...
#ClimateSuperfund
www.roi-nj.com/2026/01/09/i...
#ClimateSuperfund
Be more proactive! Join us for the first in-person community action workshop—Thurs, Jan 29th to learn how to advocate for the environment. Great starting place to get involved with your community!
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1/29, 4pm ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
Reading, PA 19607, USA
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1/29, 4pm ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
Reading, PA 19607, USA
Community Action Workshop @ Berks Nature!
Community Action Workshop
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January 8, 2026 at 6:16 PM
Be more proactive! Join us for the first in-person community action workshop—Thurs, Jan 29th to learn how to advocate for the environment. Great starting place to get involved with your community!
givebutter.com/BerksCommuni...
1/29, 4pm ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
Reading, PA 19607, USA
givebutter.com/BerksCommuni...
1/29, 4pm ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
Reading, PA 19607, USA
Delaware's industrial past, coupled with rising sea level and saltwater intrusion could lead to trouble:
spotlightdelaware.org/2025/12/26/h...
#saltwater #sealevelrise #Delaware #drinkingwater #surfacewater
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#saltwater #sealevelrise #Delaware #drinkingwater #surfacewater
How rising saltwater could unleash pollutants in New Castle County
If saltwater reaches hidden stores of chemicals at polluted sites along New Castle County waterways, they could be released into groundwater.
spotlightdelaware.org
January 7, 2026 at 6:10 PM
Delaware's industrial past, coupled with rising sea level and saltwater intrusion could lead to trouble:
spotlightdelaware.org/2025/12/26/h...
#saltwater #sealevelrise #Delaware #drinkingwater #surfacewater
spotlightdelaware.org/2025/12/26/h...
#saltwater #sealevelrise #Delaware #drinkingwater #surfacewater
A big win to start off the new year.
#HorseshoeCrabs #KeystoneSpecies #vulnerablespecies #LAL #ReturntheFavor
#HorseshoeCrabs #KeystoneSpecies #vulnerablespecies #LAL #ReturntheFavor
January 6, 2026 at 6:16 PM
A big win to start off the new year.
#HorseshoeCrabs #KeystoneSpecies #vulnerablespecies #LAL #ReturntheFavor
#HorseshoeCrabs #KeystoneSpecies #vulnerablespecies #LAL #ReturntheFavor
Let's make one big push to get the NJ Climate Superfund Act passed.
This Thursday, January 8th, at noon—Senate Budget Committee hearing and vote on the bill. actionnetwork.org/events/clima...
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This Thursday, January 8th, at noon—Senate Budget Committee hearing and vote on the bill. actionnetwork.org/events/clima...
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Climate Superfund Act Committee Hearing
Join us on Monday for a critical next step for the NJ Climate Superfund Act: a hearing and vote in the Senate Budget Committee! We're heading back down to Trenton to pack the room for this hearing!…
actionnetwork.org
January 5, 2026 at 6:54 PM
Let's make one big push to get the NJ Climate Superfund Act passed.
This Thursday, January 8th, at noon—Senate Budget Committee hearing and vote on the bill. actionnetwork.org/events/clima...
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This Thursday, January 8th, at noon—Senate Budget Committee hearing and vote on the bill. actionnetwork.org/events/clima...
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How deep does it go?
“I said throughout that as soon as they got permission to go to 45, they would very quickly pivot to try to get to 50,” says van Rossum.
@gridmagazine
gridphilly.com/blog-home/20...
#DelawareRiver #Dredging #AtlanticSturgeon
“I said throughout that as soon as they got permission to go to 45, they would very quickly pivot to try to get to 50,” says van Rossum.
@gridmagazine
gridphilly.com/blog-home/20...
#DelawareRiver #Dredging #AtlanticSturgeon
How deep is too deep for the Delaware River? - Grid Magazine
Delaware Riverkeeper Maya K. van Rossum always knew 45 feet was a stopping point on the way down to 50. As head of the Delaware Riverkeeper Network, she led a three-decade battle against the Port of…
gridphilly.com
January 5, 2026 at 5:12 PM
How deep does it go?
“I said throughout that as soon as they got permission to go to 45, they would very quickly pivot to try to get to 50,” says van Rossum.
@gridmagazine
gridphilly.com/blog-home/20...
#DelawareRiver #Dredging #AtlanticSturgeon
“I said throughout that as soon as they got permission to go to 45, they would very quickly pivot to try to get to 50,” says van Rossum.
@gridmagazine
gridphilly.com/blog-home/20...
#DelawareRiver #Dredging #AtlanticSturgeon
Keep looking up!
Here's to 2026.
Happy New Year from the Delaware Riverkeeper Network
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Here's to 2026.
Happy New Year from the Delaware Riverkeeper Network
🎉
January 1, 2026 at 2:45 PM
Keep looking up!
Here's to 2026.
Happy New Year from the Delaware Riverkeeper Network
🎉
Here's to 2026.
Happy New Year from the Delaware Riverkeeper Network
🎉
Hey, we've made it through 2025—and you know what? We could not have done it without you. Community matters. We are undeniably STRONGER TOGETHER. Let's keep looking out for each other!
Support our Delaware River community:
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Support our Delaware River community:
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December 30, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Hey, we've made it through 2025—and you know what? We could not have done it without you. Community matters. We are undeniably STRONGER TOGETHER. Let's keep looking out for each other!
Support our Delaware River community:
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
Support our Delaware River community:
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
Our Podostemum survey this year found more populations in the Delaware River, indicating improving water conditions, meaning that our long term efforts are paying off. If you want to support restoration of our River, please consider donating today:
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
2025 End Of Year Giving
By Delaware Riverkeeper Network
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December 28, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Our Podostemum survey this year found more populations in the Delaware River, indicating improving water conditions, meaning that our long term efforts are paying off. If you want to support restoration of our River, please consider donating today:
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
If a simple donation online doesn't work for you, there are other ways you can donate.
Learn more about how you can help:
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Every bit makes a big difference. Thank you.
Learn more about how you can help:
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Every bit makes a big difference. Thank you.
December 27, 2025 at 2:30 PM
If a simple donation online doesn't work for you, there are other ways you can donate.
Learn more about how you can help:
bit.ly/DRNDonationP...
Every bit makes a big difference. Thank you.
Learn more about how you can help:
bit.ly/DRNDonationP...
Every bit makes a big difference. Thank you.
As 2025 draws to a close, please consider donating to support the defense of our Delaware River watershed—every dollar makes difference.
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
2025 End Of Year Giving
By Delaware Riverkeeper Network
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December 26, 2025 at 2:30 PM
As 2025 draws to a close, please consider donating to support the defense of our Delaware River watershed—every dollar makes difference.
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
One of the best things about working at DRN is being able to connect with people in a way that's both fun and educational. For 2026, we're planning on more of these experiences. Please consider donating for our end of year to support the program:
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
December 23, 2025 at 2:30 PM
One of the best things about working at DRN is being able to connect with people in a way that's both fun and educational. For 2026, we're planning on more of these experiences. Please consider donating for our end of year to support the program:
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
givebutter.com/DRN2025EOY
Interested in environmental advocacy? This is a great place to start:
Community Action Workshop!
Thursday, January 29 @ 4 PM ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
575 St Bernardine St,
Reading, PA 19607, USA
Sign up here:
givebutter.com/BerksCommuni...
Community Action Workshop!
Thursday, January 29 @ 4 PM ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
575 St Bernardine St,
Reading, PA 19607, USA
Sign up here:
givebutter.com/BerksCommuni...
Community Action Workshop @ Berks Nature!
Community Action Workshop
givebutter.com
December 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Interested in environmental advocacy? This is a great place to start:
Community Action Workshop!
Thursday, January 29 @ 4 PM ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
575 St Bernardine St,
Reading, PA 19607, USA
Sign up here:
givebutter.com/BerksCommuni...
Community Action Workshop!
Thursday, January 29 @ 4 PM ET
The Nature Place at Angelica Park
575 St Bernardine St,
Reading, PA 19607, USA
Sign up here:
givebutter.com/BerksCommuni...
The NJ Climate Superfund Bill is scheduled for a hearing and vote in Senate Budget on Thursday, January 8th! The Empower NJ coalition will be in Trenton at the remaining legislative session dates in to get legislators to pass the Climate Superfund Act:
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actionnetwork.org/forms/save-t...
Lobby for 100% Real Clean Energy for New Jersey!
Our first rally and lobby day for 100% Real Clean Energy this fall was a big success, and we need more of it if we're going to win! We know folks have varying abilities to get to Trenton on…
actionnetwork.org
December 19, 2025 at 3:39 PM
The NJ Climate Superfund Bill is scheduled for a hearing and vote in Senate Budget on Thursday, January 8th! The Empower NJ coalition will be in Trenton at the remaining legislative session dates in to get legislators to pass the Climate Superfund Act:
actionnetwork.org/forms/save-t...
actionnetwork.org/forms/save-t...
Pennsylvania DEP is looking into possibility of increasing setback distance for new gas well pads. The closer you are to one, the higher your chances are of having health problems.
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#gasdrilling #publichealth #environment #naturalgas #fracking #banfracking
insideclimatenews.org/news/0912202...
#gasdrilling #publichealth #environment #naturalgas #fracking #banfracking
Pennsylvania Will Study a Plan to Keep New Natural Gas Pads Farther From Homes, Schools and Hospitals - Inside Climate News
Advocates say more distance is needed to protect public health. Industry groups and Republican legislators say the rule change would effectively ban natural gas development.
insideclimatenews.org
December 16, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Pennsylvania DEP is looking into possibility of increasing setback distance for new gas well pads. The closer you are to one, the higher your chances are of having health problems.
insideclimatenews.org/news/0912202...
#gasdrilling #publichealth #environment #naturalgas #fracking #banfracking
insideclimatenews.org/news/0912202...
#gasdrilling #publichealth #environment #naturalgas #fracking #banfracking
We're still trying to understand just how much microplastics are in the environment, its sources, how they impact life, and what can be done about it:
delawarecurrents.org/2025/12/15/d...
#microplastics #plastic #pollution #PFAS #chemicals #waterquality #drinkingwater
delawarecurrents.org/2025/12/15/d...
#microplastics #plastic #pollution #PFAS #chemicals #waterquality #drinkingwater
Managing microplastics across the watershed: How water providers are responding to another ‘emerging’ contaminant - Delaware Currents
Microplastics are an unregulated contaminant but Delaware River watershed utilities and researchers are exploring ways to combat the problem.
delawarecurrents.org
December 16, 2025 at 2:30 PM
We're still trying to understand just how much microplastics are in the environment, its sources, how they impact life, and what can be done about it:
delawarecurrents.org/2025/12/15/d...
#microplastics #plastic #pollution #PFAS #chemicals #waterquality #drinkingwater
delawarecurrents.org/2025/12/15/d...
#microplastics #plastic #pollution #PFAS #chemicals #waterquality #drinkingwater
Passed by the NY State Assembly and Senate and now awaiting Gov Hochul's signature, the Horseshoe Crab Protection Act enables NYSDEC to regulate the capture and take of horseshoe crabs.
Give Gov Hochul a call and tell her to sign the bill!
1-518-474-8390
www.governor.ny.gov/content/gove...
Give Gov Hochul a call and tell her to sign the bill!
1-518-474-8390
www.governor.ny.gov/content/gove...
December 15, 2025 at 6:00 PM
Passed by the NY State Assembly and Senate and now awaiting Gov Hochul's signature, the Horseshoe Crab Protection Act enables NYSDEC to regulate the capture and take of horseshoe crabs.
Give Gov Hochul a call and tell her to sign the bill!
1-518-474-8390
www.governor.ny.gov/content/gove...
Give Gov Hochul a call and tell her to sign the bill!
1-518-474-8390
www.governor.ny.gov/content/gove...
The salt you're putting down on the ground will stick around for a long time after— and it's accumulating and contaminating our waterways, often exceeding aquatic life standards.
stroudcenter.org/news/what-fa...
#salt #ice #snow #deice #salinity #streams #ecology #environment
stroudcenter.org/news/what-fa...
#salt #ice #snow #deice #salinity #streams #ecology #environment
What the Fall Salt Snapshot Revealed About Our Groundwater
Most stream sites sampled this fall exceeded at least one environmental chloride guideline — months after the last road salt was applied.
stroudcenter.org
December 15, 2025 at 4:53 PM
The salt you're putting down on the ground will stick around for a long time after— and it's accumulating and contaminating our waterways, often exceeding aquatic life standards.
stroudcenter.org/news/what-fa...
#salt #ice #snow #deice #salinity #streams #ecology #environment
stroudcenter.org/news/what-fa...
#salt #ice #snow #deice #salinity #streams #ecology #environment