United for Safe Water
We collaborate with leading environmental and health organizations to amplify impact, share science-based information, and advocate for stronger water protections across Wisconsin and the Great Lakes region.
The organizations above provide trusted research, recommendations, and insights on safe drinking water in Wisconsin.
Healing Our Waters
Healing Our Waters Coalition is a coalition of organizations dedicated to restoring and protecting the Great Lakes. Through advocacy, public education, and policy initiatives, they work to address the critical challenges facing the lakes, such as pollution, invasive species, and habitat loss. Their mission is to secure funding and support for the restoration of the Great Lakes to ensure clean water, healthy ecosystems, and vibrant communities for future generations.
Related Resources
A comprehensive briefing on PFAS policy progress across Great Lakes states. Covers federal actions, state legislation, environmental health impacts, and urgent needs in WI, MN, and MI. Includes maps, cost breakdowns, and policy recommendations.
Internal planning and agenda document outlining PFAS sessions and speaker panels for the Healing Our Waters 2024 conference.
Wisconsin Green Fire
Wisconsin's Green Fire is a nonprofit organization dedicated to conserving Wisconsin’s natural resources through science-based advocacy and education. They work to protect and restore the state's land, water, and wildlife by promoting sustainable environmental policies, collaborating with local communities, and engaging in public outreach efforts. Their mission is to ensure a healthy environment for current and future generations through responsible conservation practices.
Related Resources
Full event schedule showing sessions from scientists, agency leaders, and local advocates on PFAS research, policy, and community response.
A shared overview of PFAS product laws across states, including bans and restrictions — submitted by Paul Heinen, WGF.
Deep analysis of current PFAS detection in WI drinking water, impacts on private wells, cost modeling, and detailed recommendations for state-level action.
Email with direct link to WGF’s updated Opportunities Now 2.0 report — best referenced with the PDF version above.
WGF’s original PFAS issue paper covering exposure sources, health risks, environmental justice, and regulatory gaps. Useful for historical comparison or policy evolution.
