Welcome!
The Newburgh Clean Water Project (NCWP) is a nonpartisan grassroots group of Newburgh residents. We engage our community in advocating for Newburgh’s long-term access to clean drinking water, comprehensive health resources for those who’ve been affected by PFAS and lead, and the restoration of our watershed— now and for future generations.
We welcome all who are concerned about the health of our community and clean water security. We are grateful to collaborate with local and regional advocates as well as a national network of frontline communities. Together, we work to hold our government and PFAS manufacturers accountable, share resources, and create equitable water solutions that keep our communities healthy.
Archived Resources
PFAS Chemicals
PFAS, or polyfluoroalkyl substances, are a large group of man-made toxic chemicals. (PFAS are sometimes also called PFCs, or perfluorinated compounds.)
Watch the film to find out what PFAS chemicals are, where they come from, what health effects they are associated with and what you can do about it!
Source: National PFAS CONTAMINATION COALITION
A National Issue
Tragically, the PFAS-contamination issues facing the City of Newburgh, NY are present and growing throughout the country.
"As of March 2019, at least 610 locations in 43 states are known to be contaminated, including drinking water systems serving an estimated 19 million people."
Source: Environmental Working Group
Polluters, particularly the Department of Defense and PFAS manufacturers, have not taken responsibility for the contamination, comprehensive cleanup or harm done to the public.
Our Allies
Newburgh Clean Water Project is informed by the work of these organizations and is honored to collaborate on our shared goals of clean drinking water, watershed restoration, and the health & economic wellbeing of our community.
Quassaick Creek Watershed Alliance
Conservation Advisory Council
🎉 THANK YOU! 🎉Our "WaterWorks!" celebration was a massive success, and it’s all thanks to this incredible community! We are deeply grateful to everyone who brought this vision to life!🌟Donors & Sponsors: For funding, space, and in-kind gift.🌟Puppet Builders: For the countless hours of creating and sculpting.🌟Promoters: For spreading the word and packing the streets.🌟Puppeteers: For carrying these giant creations and bringing the city to life.🌟Tin Horn Uprising: For keeping the city dancing and the energy high! 🎶 The parade wouldn't have been a celebration without your incredible music setting the rhythm for our puppets! This celebration belonged to all of us. Thank you for showing up, giving generously, and celebrating together! ✨📷 if you saw us on the streets and have pictures or video to share: please reach out or email jen@newburghcleanwaterproject.org ‼️Please keep following: we will be posting more about the purpose "WaterWorks!" holds for our community, the pieces represented, and where to find them in the coming weeks around town. ***espanol***🎉 ¡GRACIAS! 🎉¡Nuestra celebración "WaterWorks!" fue un éxito rotundo, y todo gracias a esta comunidad increíble! ¡Estamos profundamente agradecidos con todos los que hicieron realidad esta visión!🌟Donantes y patrocinadores: Por el financiamiento, el espacio y las donaciones en especie.🌟Creadores de marionetas: Por las incontables horas dedicadas a crear y esculpir.🌟Promotores: Por difundir la noticia y llenar las calles de gente.🌟Titiriteros: Por cargar estas creaciones gigantes y llenar la ciudad de vida.🌟Tin Horn Uprising: ¡Por mantener a la ciudad bailando y la energía a tope! 🎶 ¡El desfile no habría sido una verdadera celebración sin su música increíble marcando el ritmo para nuestras marionetas!Esta celebración fue de todos nosotros. ¡Gracias por asistir, por su generosidad y por celebrar juntos! ✨📷 Si nos viste en la calle y tienes fotos o videos para compartir, por favor contáctanos o envía un correo electrónico a jen@newburghcleanwaterproject.org.‼️Por favor, sigan atentos: en las próximas semanas publicaremos más información sobre el propósito de «WaterWorks!» para nuestra comunidad, las piezas que lo integran y dónde podrán encontrarlas por la ciudad.**photo credit: Processional Arts, J.j. Vazraw and NCWPSafe Harbors of the Hudson Greater Newburgh Parks Conservancy AwesomeNewburgh Mariel Fiori Outdoor Promise Quassaick Creek Watershed Alliance Toxic-Free Future NRDC Environmental Advocates NY Newburgh Environmental Justice PFAS Multi-Site Health Study Riverkeeper Hudson River Sloop Clearwater Scenic Hudson Hudson Highlands Nature Center Hudson River Watershed Alliance Newburgh Free Library Calvary Presbyterian Church, Newburgh, New York #newburghcleanwaterproject #pfasfreeny #845printing #newburghny #newburghnewyork #cityofnewburgh #mulaspizzeria #baristasonbroadway #thewherehouse #tinhornuprising ... See MoreSee Less
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What a great event! You all are to be commended for the energy invested in this project. A lesson in organic chemistry including a “migrating” PFAS molecule. Beautiful photos.
Thank you. Very nice turnout for a worthy cause.
Today was a great way to celebrate and enjoy our community and its clean water advocacy! Thanks to the countless volunteers, puppet makers and handlers, Processional Arts and our base camp Safe Harbors of the Hudson!What a day! More pics and video to come.*****¡Hoy fue un día fantástico para celebrar y disfrutar de nuestra comunidad y de su labor de defensa del agua limpia! ¡Gracias a los innumerables voluntarios, a los creadores y manipuladores de marionetas, a Processional Arts y a nuestro campamento base, Safe Harbors of the Hudson!¡Qué gran día! Pronto compartiremos más fotos y videos. ... See MoreSee Less
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What an amazing day getting the word out about our water highs and lows in NBNY!
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Today is the day! AUGUST 29THCome celebrate "WaterWorks!", help carry a puppet, meet neighbors, friends and advocates for clean water!Gather at 11am, step-off at 12noonRitz Stage House 100 Ann Street, NewburghFollowed by light meal & refreshments🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉¡Hoy es el día! 29 de Agosto¡Ven a celebrar "WaterWorks!", ayuda a llevar una marioneta y conoce a vecinos, amigos y defensores del agua limpia!Punto de encuentro a las 11:00 amInicio del recorrido a las 12:00pmRitz Stage House100 Ann Street, NewburghA continuación, habrá refrigerios y algo ligero para comer.***Funding for this project has been provided in part by Toxic-Free Future, NRDC , CHEJ and AwesomeNewburgh.Deep gratitude is given to the following for their gifts in kind, use of space, and collaborative efforts: Processional Arts Workshop, Safe Harbors of the Hudson, Greater Newburgh Parks Conservancy & EJ Fellows, ADS Warehouse, Eight45 Printing, Mula's Pizzeria, Annas Restaurant, The Wherehouse, and Baristas on Broadway.La financiación de este proyecto ha sido proporcionada en parte por Toxic Free Future, NRDC, CHEJ y Awesome Newburgh Foundation.Expresamos nuestro más sincero agradecimiento a las siguientes entidades por sus donaciones en especie, el uso de sus espacios y sus esfuerzos de colaboración: Processional Arts Workshop, Safe Harbors of the Hudson, Greater Newburgh Conservancy & EJ Fellows, ADS Warehouse, EIGHT45 Printing, Mula’s Pizzeria, Anna’s Restaurant, The Wherehouse y Baristas on Broadway. ... See MoreSee Less
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