American Rivers Celebrates 20 Years Of Removing Trash From Rivers

River systems are a vital natural resource that provides water needed to sustain ecosystems and communities, and American Rivers is a nongovernmental organization (NGO) that works to ensure these life-giving waterways remain clean and healthy now and for future generations. American Rivers was founded in 1973 and since that time it has made great strides …

5 Interesting Water Infographics

Information graphics or “infographics” are graphic visual representations of information that seek to present complex information quickly and clearly.  As such, infographics are well suited to help the average Joe and Jane understand complex water issues.  Here are 5 of our favorite water infographics, culled from around the web (click on image to view expandable image): 1)   …

NGO Embraces Multidisciplinary Approach to Water Resource Management

The American Water Resources Association (AWRA) was founded in 1964 at a time in US history when water rights, management and a need for increased resources was literally changing the landscape of the country. AWRA has stayed true to its multidisciplinary roots since its inception and continues to honor its motto of “Community, Conversation, Connections,” …

Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) Advocates Natural Resource Conservation

Ensuring that people around the globe have regular access to clean water is the end goal of dozens of non-profit organizations (NGOs), and getting there takes a deeper understanding of the world and even water itself. The Soil and Water Conservation Society (SWCS) contributes to this effort through its mission of advocating the conservation of …

Water School: Educating Children Around the Globe about Clean Water Solutions

Many nonprofit organizations (NGOs) advocate educating local communities about sustainable water and how to manage a system once it is in place, but few organizations put that education in the hands of the children. Water School was founded in 2007 with the idea of providing sustainable clean water solutions to those who need it. Its …