Protect the Gila River as it bends southwest of Phoenix
The Gila River flows past Phoenix, south through the Sonoran Desert and bends west toward California. The area is in need of protection.
Rivers & lakes
Our country’s lakes, rivers and streams give life to ecosystems and people alike from coast to coast. Now it’s time we protect them as the life-giving resources they are.
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Bald eagles and golden eagles: What are the differences?
How coal mining harms the environment
Updates
Clean water groups urge Congress to tackle microplastics
State AGs take action on PFAS
Update: Environmental law under threat
Featured Resources
Clean Water Act on Trial
Wasting our Waterways
Safe for swimming?
Safe for swimming?
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Canyons 101
We've run campaigns to protect many canyons: the Grand, Chaco, the Dolores River, the Owhyee and more. But what is a canyon? Learn more ...
The Antiquities Act is meant to protect America’s natural and cultural treasures forever. Is the Act itself in danger?
The Antiquities Act has played a crucial role in protecting many of America's most treasured landscapes. We take it for granted at our peril.
A look back at what our unique network accomplished in 2023
Here are 10 examples of how our advocates won positive results for the public and the planet in 2023.
Statement: Senate rejects amendment that would speed approval of polluting projects
The legislation from Sen. Manchin would have weakened environmental protections under NEPA.
Statement: Bipartisan bill a big leap forward for America’s clean water infrastructure
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee advanced the Water Quality Protection and Job Creation Act of 2021 (H.R. 1915) on Wednesday. The bill would authorize $40 billion over five years for the Clean Water State Revolving Fund, a U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) program that provides communities with low-cost financing for clean water infrastructure projects. Additionally, H.R. 1915 includes provisions designed to both assist small or financially disadvantaged communities and dedicate 15 percent of the funding to state grants for green infrastructure improvements.