resources from CA Coastkeeper

California Coastkeeper unites waterkeeper programs statewide to fight for swimmable, fishable, and drinkable waters for all Californians.

California Coastkeeper Alliance (CCKA) was founded in 1999 with the belief that clean and healthy water, oceans, and coasts are vital to California’s economy, public health and way of life. Using law, policy, science, and creative media, California Coastkeeper Alliance advances statewide policies and programs for healthy and clean waters.

Along with fellow California Waterkeeper organizations, they are members of the international Waterkeeper Alliance, a network of water advocates with more than 300 programs in 44 countries on 6 continents. California Coastkeeper Alliance works with local Waterkeepers to develop, implement, and defend policies that meet the needs of California’s distinct communities and ecosystems.

resources from CA Coastkeeper

 

CA Coastkeeper unites waterkeeper programs statewide to fight for swimmable, fishable, and drinkable waters for all Californians.

California Coastkeeper Alliance was founded in 1999 with the belief that clean and healthy water, oceans, and coasts are vital to California’s economy, public health and way of life. Using law, policy, science, and creative media, California Coastkeeper Alliance advances statewide policies and programs for healthy and clean waters.

Along with California Waterkeeper organizations, they are members of the international Waterkeeper Alliance, a network of water advocates with more than 300 programs in 44 countries on 6 continents. California Coastkeeper Alliance works with local Waterkeepers to develop, implement, and defend policies that meet the needs of California’s distinct communities and ecosystems.

trash POLICY TOOLKIT

trash on California beach

CCKA developed this toolkit to help you learn more about #TrashFree2030 so you can advocate to your city council, regional water board, and community. The first section includes technical resources while the second provides communication tools.

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BEACH clean-ups

beach cleanup in newport beach CA with waterkeeper alliance

Pervasive trash pollution harms wildlife and ruins our beaches. Luckily, you can help clean up your favorite places for the benefit of your family, your community, and the environment by participating in a local clean-up! Find a Waterkeeper near you and see how you can get involved in a clean-up.

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principles for climate-resilient watersheds

central valley riparian

California’s interconnected watersheds are threatened by over-allocation and diversions from rivers and streams, uncontrolled development, and increased stressors driven by climate change. CCKA has developed ten principles to increase the climate resiliency of California’s watersheds by promoting and restoring the natural functions of our rivers and streams.

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clean water agenda for governor newsom

golden gate california beach cleanup

CCKA has put together the Clean Water Agenda for Governor Newsom to stress the importance of achieving: swimmable, fishable, drinkable waters for all communities and ecosystems; ensuring safe and affordable drinking water; protecting the health of our coastal, surface, and groundwater resources; enforcing clean water laws; and restoring our river flows to sustain native fish, ecosystems, and local economies.

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