The Watershed Institute Celebrates its Volunteers

At The Watershed Institute, a nonprofit organization dedicated to conservation, advocacy, stewardship, and education, volunteers play a crucial role in furthering the organization’s mission. During the past year, more than 1,000 volunteers provided more than 7,600 hours of service, complementing and extending the impact of our 40 staff members. The Watershed heavily relies on the dedication […]
Watershed Hosts Sunset and Birding Networking Event

The environmental movement has been attracting a growing number of culturally diverse individuals in recent years, leaving some to navigate unfamiliar work environments and feel isolated and alone. The Watershed Institute now offers networking opportunities to celebrate and welcome young environmental advocates regardless of race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, age, religion, socioeconomic status, […]
NJDEP Announces Grants for Municipalities at The Watershed Institute

At The Watershed Institute on Friday, February 17, New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection Commissioner Shawn M. LaTourette announced that the state will make $19 million in grants available to municipalities to help with the new municipal stormwater permitting (MS4) requirements. “The science is clear – New Jersey is facing increasing extreme precipitation as a […]
Watershed Conference 2023 Features Environmental Justice Leader

Kandyce Perry, Director of the Office of Environmental Justice (OEJ) at the state Department of Environmental Protection, will speak about the intersection of stormwater and overburdened communities.
Holiday Open House – Saturday, Dec. 3 – Free

Enjoy activities, live music and meet our resident critters!
This Year’s Engaging Work – Thanks to You!

Your support this year has helped us work for clean water with our science, policy, and educational efforts.
Supporting Endangered Monarchs

Watershed staff have planted milkweed, educated people and tagged monarchs to support these magnificent creatures.
Sophie Glovier Named as the Watershed’s Chief of Operations

In her new role, Sophie Glovier will steer The Watershed Institute’s strategic planning, long-term development and internal operations.
Princeton University Students Plant Trees on Watershed Reserve

As part of the orientation process for incoming Princeton University students, about 50 students helped plant trees in a new grove on the Watershed Reserve.