Buffalo Niagara Waterkeeper

Climate and coastal resiliency: we lead efforts to build community and coastal resiliency in the face of the growing impacts of climate change. We do this through systems level planning, policy initiatives, and innovative methods to restore degraded habitats and enhance water quality. Our impact is realized through collaborative public, private and nonprofit partnerships while implementing nature-based solutions to restore critical ecosystem functions and benefits.

Community engagement: we train and educate people in environmental science and stewardship to encourage a new generation of guardians that work to protect wny's waterways. Our regionally focused programs provide an immersive experience for youth and adult audiences, resulting in an increased awareness of great lakes and local waterway resources and issues.

Waterway access: we establish and restore natural connections to our region's waterways, transforming our water-based economy from rust to blue. Our efforts enhance communities and public spaces and provide easy and equitable access to our shared waters while creating opportunities for people to interact and reconnect with the natural environment.