D.C.’s Fight for a Bottle Bill
Washington, D.C. is drowning in beverage container waste. From the banks of Oxon Run to neighborhoods across all eight wards, plastic bottles litter our public spaces and waterways. But a powerful grassroots movement is fighting back using strategy, determination, and collaboration.
Up Close and Personal with a Bay Menace
Earlier this month, we had a very cloudy kick off to our 2025 Steering Committee Retreat in Washington, D.C. But we didn’t let the weather get to us—our Steering Committee, friends of the Coalition, and staff hopped on the boat ready to set sail on the Potomac River.
Goodbye, Genesis!
As Genesis’ time with the Coalition has come to an end, she tells us about her summer internship, what she’s learned, and even her final project! We’ll miss you, Genesis!
Member Highlight: Rivanna Conservation Alliance
For this Member Highlight, the Coalition's former Virginia State Lead, Pat Calvert, interviews Bailey Pleasant, Watershed Coordinator at the Rivanna Conservation Alliance. Their edited conversation follows.
Reconnecting for Clean Water: DC Workgroup Luncheon Builds Momentum for a Healthier Bay
On April 24, 2025, environmental advocates, local leaders, and community stakeholders came together for an inspiring day of collaboration and learning at the DC Choose Clean Water Coalition (CCWC) Workgroup Luncheon, hosted by Nature Forward.
Welcome to CCWC, Genesis Ibrahim-Balogun!
Hi! I am Genesis Ibrahim-Balogun (she/her), and I’m thrilled to intern with the Choose Clean Water Coalition this summer.
He’s Back…
Yeah. It’s here. For his one-month birthday, we’re dropping some premium, highly requested Dewey merch! From tote bags to baby clothes, we’ve got it all. Get your Dewey drip now at our online shop!
Welcome to CCWC, Leeanna Duong!
My name is Leeanna Duong (she/her) and I’m thrilled to join Choose Clean Water Coalition as the Communications Intern!
Revising the Bay Agreement
As we start 2025, the Coalition continues to work closely on the future of the Chesapeake restoration effort. Right now, members are engaging with the Chesapeake Bay Program on revisions to the 2014 Chesapeake Bay Agreement.
Welcome to Congress!
On January 3, members of the Choose Clean Water Coalition went to Capitol Hill to welcome the 16 new members of Congress in the Chesapeake watershed.
Member Highlight: Safe Water Conservation Collaborative
For this Member Highlight, the Coalition's West Virginia State Lead, Maria Russo, interviews Alyssa Murray, Manager of Land Conservation at the Potomac Conservancy and Coordinator for the Safe Water Conservation Collaborative. Their edited conversation follows.
Member Highlight: Muddy Branch Alliance
For this Member Highlight, the Coalition's Maryland State Lead, Marisa Olszewski, interviews Janette Rosenbaum, President at Muddy Branch Alliance.
Member Highlight: Town Run Watershed Group
The Town Run Watershed Group was officially started in 2023, following the announcement that the Potomac River would be mixed with the Town Run, to serve as the town of Shepherdstown's drinking water source.
Member Highlight: National Parks Conservation Association
For this Member Highlight, the Coalition's Virginia State Lead, Pat Calvert, interviews Kyle Hart, Mid-Atlantic Program Manager at National Parks Conservation Association.
A Vision for Beyond 2025: October Update
The future of the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort is at a crossroads. What can your organization can do?
A Chorus of Clean Water Voices: October Update
We’re delighted to share that several more organizations and partners, including a farmer and small business leader, have published op-eds making the case for recommitting to the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort. These pieces showcase the wide array of perspectives with compelling narratives on the need for clean water in our communities.
Member Highlight: Mattawoman Watershed Society
For this Member Highlight, the Coalition’s Maryland Lead, Marisa Olszewski, interviews Bonnie Bick, Vice President of Mattawoman Watershed Society and Tina Wilson, MWS Committee on Strategies and Coalition Building.
Welcoming Our First DC Coalition Lead!
We are thrilled to share that for the first time in the Coalition’s 15-year history, we are welcoming a Coalition Lead for the District of Columbia.
Keeping Chesapeake Bay Clean Is in Everyone’s Interest
For quite some time now, the Coalition and many of our member organizations have circled 2025 as we chart the future of the Bay restoration effort. In this op-ed published today in The Baltimore Sun, Coalition Director Kristin Reilly shares the story of her connection to the Chesapeake Bay, the status of the decades-long effort to protect and restore the Bay’s rivers and streams, and how it’s crucial for state and federal leaders to recommit to the Bay restoration effort and refresh the goals and outcomes of the 2014 Chesapeake Watershed Agreement.
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