WHAT WE DO

Using science, advocacy, and the law to protect and restore the Charles River.

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Our Areas of Focus

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Climate Resilience

Advocating for nature-based solutions, climate-smart development, and regional adaptation efforts to protect our communities and ecosystems from the impacts of climate change.

CHARLES RIVER FLOOD MODEL
CLIMATE COMPACT
CLIMATE RESILIENCE 101
RESILIENT BOSTON
drought
HEAT RESILIENCE
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River Science

Collecting robust water quality data to understand the health of our river, advocate for effective cleanup and restoration strategies, and protect public health.

VOLUNTEER MONTHLY MONITORS
FLAGGING PROGRAM
CYANOBACTERIA
BIOLOGICAL MONITORING
WATER QUALITY REPORTS & DATA
CHLORIDE MONITORING
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River Restoration

Removing defunct dams, tackling invasive species, daylighting streams, and more to restore natural ecology and build climate resilience.

invasive Species
DAM REMOVAL
STREAM RESTORATION
PRESERVING WETLANDS
ARTIFICIAL TURF
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Stormwater Solutions

Curbing stormwater pollution with green infrastructure solutions and stronger stormwater regulations to achieve a clean, resilient Charles River for future generations.

REGULATING STORMWATER POLLUTION
GREEN STORMWATER INFRASTRUCTURE
COMBINED SEWER OVERFLOWS
MILFORD TOWN PARK
MEDWAY GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE
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Education & Outreach

Informing and supporting community members to advocate for laws, policies, and behaviors that build community resilience and promote well-being for all.

SCHOOL VISITS
EDUCATION RESOURCES