Causes: Environment, Water, Water Resources, Wetlands Conservation & Management
Mission: The Savannah Riverkeeper serves as the primary guardian of the Savannah River striving to respect, protect, and improve the entire river basin through education, advocacy, and action. We are a 501 c (3) non-profit organization funded by individuals and foundations that share our commitment to creating a clean and healthy river that sustains life and is cherished by its people.
Results: *Succeeded in urging Olin Corp. to go mercury-free. *Defeated the proposed 360-mile Palmetto Pipeline. *Promoted awareness and appreciation for the Savannah River to more than 2,000 members. *Supported conservation initiatives in the legislature in Georgia & South Caroling. *Advocated for sound resource management on the Savannah River for 15 years.
Target demographics: All people in the Savannah River basin.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 1.4 million people who rely on the Savannah River for drinking water, recreation and economy.
Geographic areas served: Savannah River Watershed (Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina)
Programs: Waterway Patrols, Rivers Alive Cleanups, Adopt-A-Stream Water Quality Monitoring, Abandoned Boat/Large Debris Removal, Canine Sewage Detection, Clean Water Act Enforcement, Political Advocacy
Mission: The Savannah Riverkeeper serves as the primary guardian of the Savannah River striving to respect, protect, and improve the entire river basin through education, advocacy, and action. We are a 501 c (3) non-profit organization funded by individuals and foundations that share our commitment to creating a clean and healthy river that sustains life and is cherished by its people.
Results: *Succeeded in urging Olin Corp. to go mercury-free. *Defeated the proposed 360-mile Palmetto Pipeline. *Promoted awareness and appreciation for the Savannah River to more than 2,000 members. *Supported conservation initiatives in the legislature in Georgia & South Caroling. *Advocated for sound resource management on the Savannah River for 15 years.
Target demographics: All people in the Savannah River basin.
Direct beneficiaries per year: 1.4 million people who rely on the Savannah River for drinking water, recreation and economy.
Geographic areas served: Savannah River Watershed (Georgia, South Carolina, and North Carolina)
Programs: Waterway Patrols, Rivers Alive Cleanups, Adopt-A-Stream Water Quality Monitoring, Abandoned Boat/Large Debris Removal, Canine Sewage Detection, Clean Water Act Enforcement, Political Advocacy
Environment
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