Oregon’s drinking water is under threat from extensive clearcutting in our forests.
Deforestation not only degrades water quality through increased sediment and pollutants but also reduces water quantity, impacting communities and ecosystems.
A recent NASA DEVELOP analysis revealed that 26% of the forested area within 80 drinking watersheds in the Coast Range has been clearcut between 2000 and 2022.
We need your help to urge the Oregon Board of Forestry to take stronger action to protect our vital water sources. Clearcutting practices, road construction, and aerial pesticide spraying harm our streams, drinking water, fish and wildlife habitats, and recreation areas.
Let’s ensure our drinking water remains clean and plentiful for future generations.
