Nishnabotna Water Defenders

Nishnabotna Water Defenders We are a non-profit organization focused on water pollution in SW Iowa.

We are intent on advocacy, education, and when necessary, litigating matters to protect and enhance Iowans’ access to clean water for personal, business, and recreational purposes.

Our last billboard in the series is now up in Carroll, the top of our watershed. Did you know that tile drainage was ide...
09/03/2026

Our last billboard in the series is now up in Carroll, the top of our watershed. Did you know that tile drainage was identified as a "non-point source of pollution" in the 1972 Clean Water Act and because of this designation has avoided any regulation?

Attention Water Defenders: This morning Zach Lahn announced "meet and greet" sessions TODAY in SW Iowa. If you can atten...
09/01/2026

Attention Water Defenders: This morning Zach Lahn announced "meet and greet" sessions TODAY in SW Iowa. If you can attend ask him his plans for improving Iowa's water quality and lowering our cancer rates. NWD is hoping to bring many local voices to as many candidate forums as possible in the coming months. As we have discussed it is POLICY that needs to change to get us on the right track. We vote for the water we drink.

Sidney 9:00-10:00
Clarinda 11:45-12:45
Atlantic 3:00 - 4:00
Silver City 6:00-7:00

(Southwest Iowa) The Zach Lahn campaign is announcing a series of meet-and-greet events and an agriculture tow...

You might be interested in this free 4-Part Virtual Series.  “Some Iowans have heard about nutrient reduction research i...
09/01/2026

You might be interested in this free 4-Part Virtual Series.
“Some Iowans have heard about nutrient reduction research in the state, but they may not be
aware that nutrient reduction research is being conducted around the world,” said INRC Director
Matt Helmers. “This seminar series will provide participants the opportunity to learn about
nutrient challenges in other parts of the globe and how those challenges are being addressed."
(Registation link in the comments)

08/31/2026

Participating in Nitrate Watch is a great way to get out and see what you might not otherwise see. Plus, help with the growing data set on the Clean Watwr Hub.

08/31/2026

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PO Box 133
Atlantic, IA
50022

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