Speak up
Add your voice to movements driving meaningful change for the Hudson River and its communities
I want to swim in the river!
Add your name to this letter supporting more public swimming locations on the Hudson River and the waters around NYC.
Defend declining eels from deadly dam dangers
Hydroelectric dams pose a significant threat to Hudson River eels, blocking them from critical spawning habitat and sucking them into deadly turbines. Join us in calling for the modification of hydroelectric dams in order to protect this unique and iconic Hudson River species.
Urge Congress: Protect NOAA Funding for the Hudson River
The Hudson River Estuary Program relies on NOAA funding for critical water quality monitoring, habitat restoration, and climate resilience efforts. Urge your members of Congress to safeguard this funding and ensure the long-term health of the Hudson River.
Urge Congress: Protect EPA funding for clean water and public health
The White House has proposed a 65% cut to the EPA’s budget, significantly reducing funding for clean water, pollution enforcement, and toxic site cleanup. These cuts could affect drinking water safety and public health. Ask Congress to oppose these reductions and support full EPA funding.
Join the fight for clean water
Riverkeeper’s work is only possible because of support from people like you who care about the Hudson and the communities that rely on it.
300+
miles of river patrolled annually, from the Upper Hudson and Mohawk River all the way to New York Harbor
382
tons of debris removed from the river by thousands of Riverkeeper volunteers since 2012
$5.5B
$5.5 billion for clean water allocated since 2017 from New York State thanks to our advocacy work
28,148
letters to lawmakers and decision makers in one year