The latest updates from the Potomac Interceptor Sewage Spill
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What you need to know about the January 2026 Potomac Interceptor sewage spill and how you can demand accountability and action.
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Another emergency repair of the Potomac Interceptor pipe renews calls for stronger drinking water and environmental protections
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Potomac Conservancy responds to the latest emergency repairs at Pennyfield Lock (Lock 22)
Read MorePotomac Conservancy responds to leadership change at DC Water
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Potomac Conservancy responds to DC Water Board’s decision to change its top leadership. Learn why we believe this is an important moment to correct course for the river and our community.
Read MoreWhen “extreme” becomes the new normal: How flood and drought cycles are changing the Potomac River region
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From too much to not enough, the Potomac’s ‘Goldilocks problem’ is keeping our communities high and dry or underwater.
Read MorePotomac Conservancy responds to Congressional Oversight Hearing on the Potomac Interceptor
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On May 20, 2026, the US EPA, National Park Service, and DC Water were questioned by Congress on their involvement in the Potomac Interceptor collapse and response. Find out what Potomac Conservancy staff learned at the hearing and what big question remains unanswered.
Read MoreUS Military jet fuel spill renews concerns about the region’s water safety
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Potomac Conservancy releases a statement after a jet fuel spill at US Joint Base Andrews renews concerns about our region’s water safety.
Read MoreSewage spill: The EPA declares the Potomac’s recovery goals are achieved. Why we disagree.
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This cleanup effort in the C&O Canal from this winter’s massive sewage spill is still ongoing and the long-term restoration plan hasn’t even begun. Learn more why we’re saying “hold up” as the EPA walks away from remediation work.
Read MoreSpeak up: Tell DC Water to clean up its sewage mess with stronger restoration plans
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Potomac Conservancy calls on DC Water to improve clean-up plans following its January 19, 2026 sewage spill in the Potomac River. Help us demand stronger action by submitted your comment to DC Water by March 31, 2026.
Read MorePotomac Conservancy statement: The Potomac Interceptor pipe collapsed, and so has public trust. DC Water failed to respond to our Feb 9 demands for answers and actions
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We’re still awaiting a response from DC Water to our February 9 letter from us and 2,100 signatories. Our community deserves answers, transparency, and real action.
Read MoreAre plastics really *that* bad for our environment? (The answer won't surprise you.)
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Out of sight out of mind? Not so for the trash that makes its way into the Potomac River.
Test your trash trivia and find out how long it takes some common items to break down.
Read More5 common local plants that didn’t evolve in the Potomac River region
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Say it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
Read More5 local plants you'd never guess are invasive (and what you can replace them with)
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Say it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard - and learn what you can plant instead.
Read More3 threats to the Potomac River with serious scare potential
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If you're looking for a good scare this Halloween season, look no further.
There might not be ghosts and ghouls polluting the Potomac, but the threats that are out there are downright monstrous. Here’s how to fight against them!
Read More6 types of trash that harm local animals (and what you can do to help)
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We’re fortunate to live in one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the country! The Potomac River is home to over 1,000 species of animals, but litter is threatening the critters that share our local lands and waters.
Discover 6 types of trash that pose the biggest risk to local wildlife — and what you can do to help!
Read More5 local plants you'd never guess are invasive
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Say it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
Read More3 threats to the Potomac River with serious scare potential
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If you're looking for a good scare this Halloween season, look no further.
There might not be ghosts and ghouls polluting the Potomac, but the threats that are out there are downright monstrous. Here’s how to fight against them!
Read More6 types of trash that harm local animals (and what you can do to help)
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We’re fortunate to live in one of the most ecologically diverse regions in the country! The Potomac River is home to over 1,000 species of animals, but litter is threatening the critters that share our local lands and waters.
Discover 6 types of trash that pose the biggest risk to local wildlife — and what you can do to help!
Read More5 local plants you'd never guess are invasive
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Say it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
Read More5 local plants you'd never guess are invasive
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Say it ain't so! That flower you love might actually be harming the environment and endangering local wildlife. And you might not even realize it.
Become an expert at spotting and stopping invasive plants in your backyard.
Read MorePotomac River's health improves to a B, its highest grade ever
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In our 10th edition of the State of the Nation’s River report, the Potomac River has earned its highest grade ever!
Find out the river's latest grade and what it means for your local water.
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