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The Water Log

Water is our planet's most precious natural resource, and Upstate Forever is working to safeguard both the quantity and quality of water in our region. Our Clean Water team sends out a periodic newsletter dedicated to clean water issues and advocacy, archived below.

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The Water Log: May 2023 - May 3rd, 2023

Land and water are critically connected. In this month's Water Log, learn about how our Land Conservation and Clean Water programs work together to protect and enhance water quality through land protection. read more

By Erika Hollis

The Water Log: March 2023 - March 30th, 2023

Happy Spring! As you tend to the health of your lawns, plants, and trees this season, you might also want to consider if the streams on your property or nearby are healthy, too. This month's Water Log helps you identify healthy and unhealthy streams and provides suggestions for how to address those that are unhealthy. read more

By Erika Hollis

The Water Log: February 2023 - February 17th, 2023

Happy New Year from the Clean Water Team! See what legislation we are prioritizing this year for clean water conservation and learn about several great events happening February - April. read more

By Erika Hollis

The Water Log: December 2022 - December 16th, 2022

This year has flown by! Check out some of our proudest Clean Water accomplishments from the year. We never could have done it without your support! read more

By Erika Hollis

The Water Log: Green Infrastructure at the Greenville Office - November 17th, 2022

In this month's Water Log, learn about the Greenville Office's green infrastructure. Discover how our green roof, pervious pavement, rain garden, and native plants protect health, conserve energy, and reduce environmental impact. Also get some tips on how to avoid F.O.G. (fat, oil, and grease) pollution this holiday season. read more

By Erika Hollis

The Water Log: October 2022 - October 30th, 2022

Do you know what’s in the Clean Water Act? Learn what the Act includes and what it leaves out in this month’s Water Log. From conferences to clean ups, see what our busy team has been up to this fall. read more

By Erika Hollis

The Water Log: Riparian Buffers in Greenville County - September 11th, 2022

Find out what a riparian buffer is, why they are important, and the need for strengthening county-wide requirements in Greenville County. read more

By Erika Hollis

The Water Log: National Water Quality Month - August 17th, 2022

Read the latest edition of our Clean Water newsletter to learn about the history of National Water Quality Month, valuable information on the status of our local waters, and ways that you can protect water quality at home. read more

By Erika Hollis

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