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Read more about the EPA’s decision to reduce stormwater pollution in WBUR, WGBH, and The Boston Globe
Yesterday, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a draft permit that could dramatically reduce stormwater pollution in the Charles, Mystic, and Neponset Rivers coming from large properties with expansive paved surfaces. Thank you, WBUR, WGBH, and The Boston Globe for covering this news!
Healey-Driscoll Administration Awards $330,000 for Flood Mitigation in Charles River Watershed (PRESS RELEASE)
The Charles River Climate Compact, a regional municipal partnership led by Charles River Watershed Association (CRWA), was awarded over $330,000 by the Healey-Driscoll Administration to continue its innovative work planning for future climate conditions.
With Leaders and Community Partners, Three Boston Watershed Associations Announce Annual EPA Water Quality Report Card Grades (PRESS RELEASE)
On August 23, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) joined Charles River Watershed Association, Mystic River Watershed Association, Neponset River Watershed Association, state and local leaders, and community partners to announce the 2023 Water Quality Report Card Grades for the three rivers that flow into Boston Harbor––the Charles, the Mystic, and the Neponset.
CSO Briefing: Ending Sewage Discharges in Rivers
New Maps Will Help Cities & Towns Curb Pollution
We partnered with the University of Vermont Spatial Analysis Laboratory to develop an updated Land Use Land Cover map for the entire Charles River watershed!
The grades are in–see how water quality fared in your favorite section of the Charles River!
The grades are in––how did your favorite section of the Charles do? 💧Dive into the 2022 Charles River Report Card!
Medway Green Infrastructure Designs Complete!
Learn more about the project: watch the PSA video created with Medway High School students, and watch our presentation to the Medway Select Board.
X-Cel Conservation Corp on the Big Screen!
Check out the latest film from Turnaround Films about X-Cel Conservation Corp, and highlights our work to educate students about careers in green infrastructure!
Milford Town Park Ribbon Cutting
After years of collaboration, Charles River Watershed Association had the pleasure of joining with the Town of Milford, state and local leaders, project partners, and the Milford community to unveil two rain gardens and an infiltration chamber in the heart of Milford!
New Rain Gardens for Milford - Metrowest Daily News
Thank you Metrowest Daily News for the great article on our unveiling of new Green Infrastructure for Milford Town Park.
NEARLY $62K FOR STORMWATER SOLUTIONS
CRWA has been awarded a $61,970 grant to help cities and towns reduce stormwater pollution!
Greener Streets in Boston
We applaud Mayor Michelle Wu and the City of Boston for taking bold steps on the first-ever Green Infrastructure standard for city infrastructure to address stormwater pollution, build climate resilience, and create safer streets for all to enjoy.
Green Jobs in Blue Fields
Training the next generation of stormwater professionals with X-Cel Conservation Corps.
Green infrastructure projects in Milford and Natick reduce pollution and mitigate flood risks
Thank you to the Massachusetts Municipal Association for highlighting our green infrastructure project in Milford Town Park which will clean stormwater of pollution and build climate resilience.
All Smiles for Green Infrastructure in Milford!
Next time you're in Milford, be sure to visit Milford Town Park to see our cool new “green infrastructure” project!