All Press Releases
Press Releases
New Federal Guidelines for Water Projects Give Overdue Recognition of Need for New Approach
March 22, 2013 | Stormwater & Sewage, Climate Change, Floods & Floodplains
American Rivers today welcomed the release of the Obama Administration’s updated federal guidelines for water infrastructure investments.
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Statement from American Rivers President Bob Irvin on the impacts of Hurricane Sandy
October 30, 2012 | Floods & Floodplains, Stormwater & Sewage
“This was a storm of unprecedented proportion. The images and stories from the Mid-Atlantic and Northeast are devastating. Our hearts go out to the families and communities who have lost loved ones and have seen their homes damaged or destroyed by the storm surge and floodwaters.”
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Report: New water supply reservoirs risky ventures in the Southeast
July 10, 2012 | Water Pollution, Stormwater & Sewage
The report, Money Pit: The High Cost and High Risk of Water Supply Reservoirs in the Southeast, documents the financial risks and water resource risks tied to the development of new reservoirs in the region.
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American Rivers and EPA award $209,244 grant to restore Peyton Creek and beautify City of Staunton
April 12, 2012 | Water Pollution, Stormwater & Sewage
American Rivers and the Environmental Protection Agency today announced that a creek restoration project in Staunton, VA will receive a $209,244 grant, as part of a comprehensive initiative to protect and restore rivers in the Potomac Highlands region. The grant will help the City of Staunton implement its project to restore Peyton Creek.
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Report: Green infrastructure saves money
April 12, 2012 | Water Pollution, Floods & Floodplains, Stormwater & Sewage
Communities looking for the most cost-effective options for managing polluted runoff and protecting clean water should choose green infrastructure solutions, according to a report released today by American Rivers, the Water Environment Federation (WEF), the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA), and ECONorthwest.
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Report Taps into Innovative Financing to Secure Future for Sustainable Water Infrastructure
January 26, 2012 | Water Pollution, Water Supply, Stormwater & Sewage
“Endangered River” victory on the Chicago River
June 8, 2011 | Water Pollution, Most Endangered Rivers, Stormwater & Sewage
New Report Calls for Federal Action to Improve Flood Protection, Other Policies in Face of Climate Change
May 26, 2011 | Water Pollution, Floods & Floodplains, Water Supply, Stormwater & Sewage, Climate Change
Sewage Bacteria Makes Chicago River One of America’s Most Endangered Rivers
May 17, 2011 | Stormwater & Sewage, Most Endangered Rivers
‘STOPS Runoff Act of 2011’ Introduced to Senate
May 5, 2011 | Water Pollution, Stormwater & Sewage
Sewage spill in TN is example of national clean water threat
April 6, 2011 | Stormwater & Sewage, Water Pollution
New Guide Helps Municipalities Monetize the Value of Green Infrastructure
January 21, 2011 | Climate Change, Stormwater & Sewage
A 21st Century Flood Management Strategy for the Southeast
May 11, 2010 | Dams & Dam Removal, Floods & Floodplains, Stormwater & Sewage
American Rivers and 13 Milwaukee Groups Receive $3.7 Million in Green Infrastructure Grants
May 10, 2010 | Water Pollution, Stormwater & Sewage
New American Rivers office in Milwaukee will focus on protecting clean water
September 21, 2009 | Stormwater & Sewage, Water Pollution
American Rivers Helps Volunteers Protect Clean Water in Delaware County Neighborhoods
July 28, 2009 | Stormwater & Sewage
Go Green This Summer: Save Water, Save Money, and Prevent Pollution
July 1, 2009 | Stormwater & Sewage
A Big Day For Clean Water
June 18, 2009 | Water Pollution, Stormwater & Sewage
South Carolina Takes Step to Protect Clean Water, Public Health
June 2, 2009 | Stormwater & Sewage, Most Endangered Rivers
Toledo City Council Votes for Clean Water
April 29, 2009 | Water Pollution, Stormwater & Sewage
