Driftless Water Defenders (DWD) are committed to reducing agricultural-related water pollution and pollution-caused threats to public health in the Driftless Area of Northeast Iowa and statewide.  Our mission is to educate, to advocate by engaging citizens, and, when necessary, to litigate in the courts and in front of administrative agencies and local governmental agencies  to protect and enhance Iowans’ access to clean water for personal, business and recreational purposes.

Strategy

Driftless Water Defenders manages a comprehensive program of focused litigation, persistent public engagement, and effective fund-raising to accomplish its mission.

Operations

Along with preparing and executing litigation in support of its mission and goals, Driftless Water Defenders communicates with Members, funders, citizens, media, public officials, business leaders, and the farm community.