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Gibbstown Logistics Center – LNG & NGL exports proposed – Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 2d

PRESS RELEASE: Delaware Riverkeeper Network Files Lawsuit Challenging the Gibbstown LNG Export Approval Maintains the DRBC should never have granted the extension
Read more:
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Listen to Jane Goodall’s final — and urgent — message

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 13d

Due to ongoing dry conditions, New Jersey has officially declared a drought watch.
dep.nj.gov/newsrel/25_0...

Here are 10 ways you can save water this fall:

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 14d

To spend more time amongst the apes and becoming more human in kind.
Rest in Peace to Jane Goodall, a pioneer environmentalist and conservationist who spent a life studying Chimpanzees. The world could use more humanitarians.

www.vox.com/climate/4634...

Her last interviews are essential listening for everyone.

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 15d

If you want to make a change in the world, you don't need to go big right away—you can start by making a difference locally.
Right now, we have a mentorship program for Berks County youth ages 15-24 for those interested in environmental protection.
Check it out!
givebutter.com/BerksActivist

Berks County Activist-In-Training

Be a part of this unique opportunity!

Pledge to Defend the Delaware River – Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 15d

Please stand firm with us and pledge to defend the Delaware River from the fracking threat. We cannot let it return!

delawareriverkeeper.org/pledge-to-de...

Ride Along the River 2025

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 16d

One great way to enjoy our scenic Delaware River is on bike🚴! Join the Delaware Riverkeeper Network on November 8th for our annual #RideAlongtheRiver . Tickets support the protection and restoration of the Delaware River and its tributary streams.
givebutter.com/RATR2025

Fall Bike Ride with the Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Basic Membership – Delaware Riverkeeper Network

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 17d

"Once a lifeline for fishing and industry, the Passaic is one of the most contaminated waterways in the nation..."

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#PassaicRiver

Basic Membership – Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 17d

The world is changing and we're fighting to stay atop of our very own part of it. Let's keep connecting, showing up, sharing, planting seeds, and speaking out for each other and our communities.
Become a member here:
delawareriverkeeper.org/join-us/beco...
or donate:
bit.ly/SupportDelawareRiver

EPA unveils new Delaware River water-quality standards | NJ Spotlight News

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 17d

Top story today, is something that was a long time coming—
“We’re going to have a healthier river with healthier fish and potentially be in a better position to save the sturgeon from extinction.” - @Mayakvanrossum.bsky.social

www.njspotlightnews.org/2025/09/epa-...

#DinointheDelaware

EPA set final standards to improve quality, raise oxygen levels in a 38-mile stretch of the river

www.njspotlightnews.org

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 18d

This Saturday 10/4 , join fellow tree-lovers to help spruce up a riparian buffer along the Manatawny Creek!

Meet us at 150 Keystone Blvd, Pottstown, PA at 9:00am.
Please bring any supplies that you may have like gloves, shovels, etc.
Sign up here:
givebutter.com/PottstownPla...

Riparian Buffer and Species Diversity Planting

Help restore a riparian buffer, learn about their ecological importance, and enjoy time in nature this fall with the Delaware Riverkeeper Network!

Community Action Workshop @ Berks Nature

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 19d

Our first community action workshop is on October 18th and is open to all (and will cover how to engage government agencies and obtaining information, and feature an optional river walk along Angelica Creek. Sign up for this here: givebutter.com/BerksOctWork...

Join us at Berks Nature for our first in-person workshop

Tell NYSDEC: Say NO to the Constitution Pipeline – Delaware Riverkeeper Network

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 19d

Looking for a unique experience in environment protection? Join our mentorship program where you'll get to do hands on restoration work, water monitoring, community organizing on a range of environmental subjects.
For 15-24 year olds residing in Berks County.
givebutter.com/BerksActivist

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 19d

If you've not done it yet, please submit comments to NYDEC opposing any permit for the Constitution Pipeline. It was denied many years ago but is resurfacing again. The facts haven't changed.
Send them a message here:
delawareriverkeeper.org/tell-nysdec-...

Republicans try to gut protections against US military’s Pfas pollution

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 20d

A Republican backed bill could "indefinitely delay a ban on PFAS-laden firefighting foam set to go into effect next year, slash cleanup funding by $200m, lift a moratorium on incinerating firefighting foam" and more.
www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025...

#ForeverChemicals #Airforcebase

If approved as proposed, legislation would delay ban on toxic ‘forever chemical’-laden firefighting foam

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 20d

Wonder what's causing your electricity prices to go up? Could it be that Data centers and AI are consuming it all and shifting the cost to rate payers? The bad news is that this new energy production is not likely to be clean.

#AI #DataCenters #Water #Electricity #Energy

Protecting PA's Cleanest Streams and Nature's Special Places

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 20d

What makes our streams so important? We discuss the benefits of preserving the health of our streams and learn about some of the ways we can increase their protection through upgrade petitions and conservation easements.

youtu.be/C0ohqbsON38

In this webinar, we discuss Pennsylvania's clean stream petition process with focus on Shades Creek in the Poconos. Featured Speakers: Faith Zerbe, Delaware Riverkeeper Network Joshua Saltmer, Bear…

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 21d

Today is the last day to submit comments to New Jersey's DEP to stop the NESE Pipeline from cutting hrough Central Jersey and the Raritan Bay and polluting our air and water.

dep.nj.gov/nese/contact...

More talking points here:
docs.google.com/document/d/1...

NJDEP| Transcontinental Gas Pipeline Co. – Northeast Supply Enhancement Project | contact-us

NJDEP| Transcontinental Gas Pipeline Co. – Northeast Supply Enhancement Project | contact-us | Page Description

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 21d

“This means that the aquatic life of the fish, but particularly the Atlantic sturgeon of the Delaware River … they are going to have better conditions within which to live..." - @mayakvanrossum.bsky.social

whyy.org/articles/epa...

#AtlanticSturgeon #DinointheDelaware #SavetheSturgeon

EPA finalizes protections for endangered fish in the Delaware River

Environmentalists have called for protections for the federally endangered Atlantic sturgeon for decades.

whyy.org

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 22d

This coming Sunday, come learn to fish with us in Pottstown's Riverfront Park!
Starting 10:00am. All gear provided. Great way to get your feet wet with fishing. Sign up here:
bit.ly/LTFwithDRN

Other dates in October and November are also available.

Learn to Fish Event

Free, family-friendly learn-to-fish event for the Pottstown community

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 23d

What criteria is important in evaluating whether a stream gets better protections? Learn about what goes in to the stream petition process in Pennsylvania in our webinar tonight. 6:30pm ET!

Sign up here:
us06web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 24d

Big news!
The EPA has FINALLY updated its water quality standards for the stretch of Delaware River between Philadelphia and Wilmington, after many years of our pushing. Cleaner water is a win for us all.
Read our Press Release:
drive.google.com/file/d/1ScWc...

20250922 - PR_USEPA Delaware River Water Quality Standards Praised by Environmental Leaders.pdf

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Delaware Riverkeeper Network @delriverkeeper.bsky.social · 24d

Today at 3:00pm at the Riverside Gardens Park in Red Bank— Come out and rally for New Jersey's Climate Superfund Act. Make polluters pay!
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Rally in Red Bank for the Climate Superfund Act!

Join us at Riverside Gardens Park in Red Bank on 9/22 to rally for the Climate Superfund Act! This summer, we have shown Speaker Coughlin, Senate President Scutari, and Governor Murphy the power of…

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