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Dr Nichole Keway Biber testifying in MI House Committee

Testimony Against Michigan HR 91 and the Proposed Line 5 Tunnel

May 7, 2025 | By Sean McBrearty and Nichole Keway Biber

The proposed Line 5 tunnel would keep the dangerous pipeline open for an expected additional decade, while the tunnel itself is an immensely risky venture with scientists raising red flags. However, responding to a executive order from President Trump the Army Corps of Engineers is speed-running the tunnel approval process - despite the immense risk.

What’s at Stake for Protecting Our Waters

October 15, 2024 | By Julie MacNamara

The outcome of the November 5 election will have significant implications for clean water, the climate, and environmental justice. The protection of clean water, once a broadly supported issue, has over time become highly politicized.

Celebrating Juneteenth: Fighting for Environmental Justice

June 13, 2024 | By Maher Akremi, Myron Arnowitt, Jennifer Clary, Amy Goldsmith, Anne Hulick, Sean Jackson, Sean McBrearty, Cynthia Mendes, Sasha Lewis-Norelle, Emily Ranson, Becky Smith, Lynn Thorp, and LaTrice Harrison

Happy Juneteenth! Celebrate with Clean Water Action as we continue to fight for Environmental Justice today and every day.

Water Action Wednesday: Asian American, Native Hawaiian, and Pacific Islander Heritage Month.

May 29, 2024 | By Uzoma Adichie and Jennifer Schlicht

Learn where we’ve been and where we are today. Take #WaterActionWednesday time today to read more about the history, leadership, and present day organizing by Asian American, Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders in the Environmental Justice movement.

Backyard garden with decorative sign "Planting A Seed Is Believing In Tomorrow"

Jennifer Schlicht

Sowing Seeds for Spring: An Earth Day Reflection

April 22, 2024 | By Nichole Keway Biber

On Earth Day and as the traditional nursery rhyme about April showers and May flowers perhaps come to mind, there is an invitation to greet this time of year with a sense of hope for renewal.

Black History Month Clean Water Champion: Mari Copeny

February 2, 2024 | By LaTrice Harrison

Black History Month is a time to celebrate Black excellence. During February, Clean Water Action will spotlight Water Champions leading the charge to protect our water, environment, and health.

Clean Water Action Waves | In The news, December 2023

Clean Water Waves | In The News, December 2023

December 30, 2023 | By Jennifer Schlicht

Our work to protect clean water across the country often makes the news. Clean Water Waves highlights recent articles featuring our staff speaking on their areas of activism and expertise.

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