Since 2012, Newtown Creek Alliance and Riverkeeper have sought to challenge the aeration project in Newtown Creek – an automated air blower system intended to increase dissolved oxygen levels. To date, we have raised a number of concerns about the project – including potential health impacts, the lack of sustained impact and poor investment of […]
Dear Newtown Creek Alliance Friends, As 2014 comes to a close, we take this opportunity and reflect on what the year has meant for the vibrancy of Newtown Creek and to invite you to make a contribution and support our work going forward. It has been a year of success for the creek, due to […]
Thanks to everyone for joining us for the event, at to Peter Pan Dounts for donating some pastries! For those that missed the event, we have shared many of the presentations below. Enjoy and stay posted for info on our next public meeting! Wetland Restoration Project by Dr. Sarah Durand Open Sewer Atlas by Josh Eichen and […]
The Greenpoint Community Environmental Fund (GCEF) is currently considering 13 large projects for funding. Greenpoint residents over the age of 16 will have the opportunity to vote for these projects on November 20th and 22nd. Newtown Creek Alliance is fortunate to be involved in three of these projects, including one as project lead. Please read more about the projects […]