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
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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The countdown begins!"WaterWorks!" is this Saturday, August 29thHelp carry puppets and enjoy the celebration!-Gather at 11am / step-off at 12noon-Ritz Theater Stage House, 100 Ann St, Newburgh🎉🎉🎉¡Empieza la cuenta atrás!«WaterWorks!» es este sábado, 29 de agosto.¡Ayuda a transportar los títeres y disfruta de la celebración!-Punto de encuentro: 11:00 a. m. / Inicio del recorrido: 12:00 p. m.-Ritz Theater Stage House, 100 Ann St, Newburgh#newburghny #ProcessionalArts #newburghnewyork #PFASFree #pfasfreeny #safeharborsofthehudson ... See MoreSee Less
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Looking forward to this!
Can't wait for the fun!