RIVER CURRENT
Your source for the latest news, updates, & events.
Aquatic Invasives Treatment is Underway!
Climate Adaptation for Cities & Towns
Earlier this month, Policy Advocate Zeus Smith testified in support of the MVP+ Bill (S.599), sponsored by Senator Cynthia Stone Creem (D-Newton), which would rapidly expand the popular MA Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) program in capacity and scope.
Congratulations, Dira!
We are pleased to announce Dira Johanif is transitioning to a new role as CRWA's Senior Climate Resilience Associate.
Farewell & Congratulations, Sarah!
It is with both heavy hearts and joy that we share that Rita Barron Fellow Sarah Traore will be heading south to begin her P.h.D. in Public Policy at University of Texas, Austin.
Welcome, Andrew!
Introducing our new Volunteer & Outreach Coordinator, Andrew Taylor!
Investing in Climate Resilience & River Health
We applaud the Healey-Driscoll Administration for significant investments in the Municipal Vulnerability Preparedness (MVP) grant program, the State Hazard Mitigation and Climate Adaptation Program (SHMCAP), and the Clean Water Trust Revolving Fund in the Commonwealth’s FY24 Five-Year Capital Investment Plan.
Thank You for Joining Us–Charles River Flood Model Update
Thank you to all who attended our update on ongoing work to prepare for future flooding with the Charles River Flood Model.
Happy Pride!
This month, we celebrate our LGBTQia+ community and continue to speak up for the rights, safety, and joy of all queer folks in the Charles River watershed. Photo credit: Derrick Z. Jackson
Intern Welcome!
This summer, we have a fabulous cohort of eight talented interns working on everything from river science + data analysis to video + law.
New Designs for Medway Schools Will Help Reduce Stormwater Pollution in the Charles River
Charles River Watershed Association and Town of Medway have completed designs for green stormwater infrastructure at Medway High School and Middle School to restore river health and make Medway more resilient to climate change.
ACTION ALERT: Help Cities & Towns Prepare for Climate Change
Nearly 99% of Massachusetts municipalities participate in the MVP program and must compete for limited funds for projects, and communities cannot pursue adaptation at the speed and scale necessary to protect our neighborhoods. The MVP+ Bill (S.599), sponsored by Senator Cynthia Stone Creem (D-Newton), would rapidly expand the program in capacity and scope.
Legislature Considering Expansion of Popular Climate Change Readiness Program (PRESS RELEASE)
An Act to incentivize the adoption of local climate resilience policies (S.599), known as the MVP+ Bill and sponsored by Senator Cynthia Stone Creem (D-Newton), establishes an MVP Trust Fund to increase program capacity and creates an additional category of MVP+ communities,
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!
Charles River Flood Model on Tour!
From Boston to Worcester to Saratoga Springs, NY––Climate Compact Director Julie Wood presented our ongoing work to build resilience to flooding at several conferences.
Making Urban Rivers Swimmable - New York Times
Thank you New York Times for including our call with Mystic River Watershed Association + Neponset River Watershed Association to Make Urban Rivers Swimmable in today's issue.
Herbicide Treatment Dates Set!
Boating season is here––and we’re kicking off the second year of invasive species control on the Charles!
Advocacy Update
It’s been a busy month at the State House! Listen to our recent testimonies for CRWA’s legislative priorities.
Supreme Court Slashes Clean Water Act Protections
In today’s decision in Sackett v. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), the court radically redefined which waters are protected by the Clean Water Act, leaving nearly 51% of wetlands and 18% of streams without protections nationwide.
It’s Heat Preparedness Week!
Every single person in our watershed deserves to live in a safe community––that’s why we are working to cool down neighborhoods and keep us all safe from the dangers of extreme heat.
Congratulations, Marielena!
We are so pleased to announce Marielena Lima is transitioning to a new role as CRWA's Watershed Scientist!