National Forum on Nonpoint Source Pollution Urges New Methods to Clean Up Water Pollution

Even as environmental regulations are being widely threatened by Congressional initiatives, a broad new effort to protect the nation’s water is now underway. Sixteen months after it first convened, the National Forum on Nonpoint Source Pollution has released a report that urges new approaches for cleaning up water pollution. The general thrust is to supplement regulatory approaches with educational programs, voluntary initiatives, and economic incentives. Convened by the National Geographic Society and The Conservation Fund, the Forum includes leaders of environmental groups, heads of major corporations, state governors, and federal officials. A summary report, “Water: A Story of Hope,” is available for $5 from the Terrene Institute; the full report should be available in September for $14. For information call 202/833-8317.