Our Work
This is our calling: To ensure there’s enough clean water in the Chattahoochee River now and for future generations. Here’s how we do it:
Educate
We teach students, homeowners, businesses and policy-makers the importance of clean, plentiful water.
Investigate
We conduct research, patrol the river, collect and monitor data, review permits, and hold polluters accountable.
Advocate
We advocate for water protection legislation and promote sustainable water plans and policies.
Latest Resources
Take Action: Save USGS water monitoring
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How federal cuts could impact the Chattahoochee River
Chattahoochee Riverkeeper is alarmed by recent changes to federal agencies including the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS), Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), and National Park Service (NPS). Drastic staffing cuts at these…
Fighting for clean water in Columbus
Since 2017, Chattahoochee Riverkeeper (CRK) and our partners at the Southern Environmental Law Center have pushed for stronger water quality measures to protect the right to drinkable, swimmable, and fishable…
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Accomplishments by the numbers
Accomplishments updated annually in November.
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NWW samples collected and tested
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NWW volunteers and partners
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People on our Floating Classrooms
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Permit comment letters
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Volunteers removing trash
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Tons of trash removed from watershed
How to Help the River
The Chattahoochee River depends on us working together to protect it. Here are a few ways to get involved with our mission.
Become a Member
Join our community of 10,000+ members who are committed to restoring and protecting the river.
Report a Problem
Let us know if you see a possible water quality problem.
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