Waterkeeper Alliance

10/18/2026

10/15/2026

Ranjan Panda is the Mahanadi River Waterkeeper in India. He has spent his entire career protecting water and rightfully earning his "Waterman" nickname. Learn more about Ranjan and his work here: https://waterkeeper.org/news/who-is-waterkeeper-ranjan-panda-mahanadi-river-waterkeeper/

10/05/2026

Recent changes to the federal definition of "harm" within the Endangered Species Act have left countless species and their habitats vulnerable. It's built upon the premise that a species can survive without its habitat. Not only is this in conflict with how the law has defined harm for decades, it is in conflict with basic common sense.

The good news is Congress is currently considering bills that would reverse this disastrous rule, and restore protection that has existed under the law.

Will you take a moment to urge Congress to protect endangered species and their habitats?
https://waterkeeper.quorum.us/campaign/ESA-DID/

10/01/2026

Did you know that than $326 billion is sitting in donor-advised funds (DAFs)?

Since 2020, the community has already helped move $97 million to advance the missions and work of non-profits.

Supporters who commit to granting at least half of their DAF balance by October 8 could unlock matching grants of up to $25,000 for organizations like Waterkeeper Alliance.

If you have a DAF, please consider donating half. One pledge. Twice the impact for clean water.

Learn more and join the movement at HalfMyDAF.com.

09/30/2026

Recent floods in Nepal underscore the urgent need to protect the Karnali River from major hydropower infrastructure in its increasingly unstable landscapes. More here from Megh Ale, your Karnali River Waterkeeper in , and Gary Wockner.

Recently, a glacial collapse on the Tibetan Plateau sent a wall of water and debris roaring across the Nepal-China border. As of this publication, more than 1,000 people are confirmed dead and over 4,000 remain missing in Nepal and China combined. Rescue crews are still digging through mud to find h...

09/30/2026

Our latest “Who Is Waterkeeper” features Erin Donmoyer of Black-Sampit Riverkeeper. Erin spent years living all over the country, but eventually returned to South Carolina to protect her home waters.

Learn more about Erin and her work here: https://waterkeeper.org/news/who-is-waterkeeper-erin-donmoyer-black-sampit-riverkeeper/ Winyah Rivers Alliance

09/26/2026

For Waterkeepers, the work to protect our rivers, lakes, coastlines, and communities is more than skin deep. It’s way of life, a commitment they carry with them wherever they go.

Clean water. Strong communities. One movement.

09/25/2026

At our 2026 Waterkeeper Alliance Global Conference in Quito, Ecuador, Waterkeepers participated in a minga, an ancient tradition that offered a deeper understanding of their shared commitment to protecting water.

Thank you again to our hosts Guayllabamba Waterkeeper , , , and for organizing this incredible experience, as well as for their support!

Read more about the minga at the link in our bio or here: https://waterkeeper.org/news/from-the-river-to-the-community-minga-art-and-the-spirit-of-san-pedro/?utm_source=instagram&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=quito2026

Photography: Monica Aguilar V./

09/24/2026

Please join us in congratulating this year’s Terry Backer Award recipients: Mark Mattson, former Lake Ontario Waterkeeper and founder of Swim Drink Fish, and Dean Naujoks, Potomac Riverkeeper Network!

We had an amazing time celebrating them in Quito and recognizing the many years they’ve dedicated to protecting clean water and strengthening the Waterkeeper movement.

Their commitment, determination, and willingness to stand up for their waterways, fellow Waterkeepers, and the communities they serve are an inspiration to all of us.

Read our blog to learn more about Mark and Dean and the stories behind this year’s awards.

https://waterkeeper.org/news/the-2026-terry-backer-awards-honoring-the-spirit-of-waterkeepers/

09/23/2026

Waterkeepers from around the world gathered in Quito, Ecuador for the 2026 Waterkeeper Alliance Global Conference for a week of learning, collaboration, cultural exchange, and action for clean water.

A huge thank you to Asociación Guayllabamba Waterkeeper for welcoming us to their beautiful country and making this gathering so meaningful.

We’re also grateful to all the Waterkeepers who traveled from near and far, as well as our partners, presenters, and everyone who helped bring the week to life.

While it's impossible to distill this unforgettable experience into words, we tried our best to recap it here: https://waterkeeper.org/news/from-the-middle-of-the-world-reflections-from-the-2026-waterkeeper-alliance-global-conference