Our rivers need a revolution.
The adoption of anything world-changing begins by shining a spotlight on what’s possible.
New Uplift ReportHere are the different ways we fix rivers.
With innovation and new technologies, we can calculate the ecological outcomes of restoration projects, allowing smarter restoration to happen faster.
Tools & Technology
As the nation’s first water trust, we work collaboratively with landowners to keep more water in our rivers and streams.
Water Quantity
Whether planting trees to cool streams, reintroducing river meanders, or creating log jams, we apply strategic solutions to improve water quality and restore critical habitat.
Water Quality
When a regulated entity needs a compliance solution, we can help. We offer natural infrastructure solutions that benefit the environment, while saving ratepayers money.
Compliance Solutions
News
Response to Historic Flooding in Cosumnes Watershed
The recent, and ongoing, historic flooding in California’s Cosumnes watershed is a significant
January 13, 2023
Oregon Utility Launches Compliance Phase of Water...
The Freshwater Trust (TFT) has taken a big step with water quality trading
November 10, 2022
The Streamside Series Report: Transparency & Transformational Change
We hope you enjoy the tenth edition of the Uplift Report and after you do,
October 30, 2022
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Fixing rivers on a timeline that matters requires strategic action, bold outcomes and an economy that’s aligned with the environment. Your gift will go directly to helping The Freshwater Trust change the course of conservation.
Our results speak for themselves.
Land Acknowledgement
We respectfully acknowledge that the restoration and conservation projects of The Freshwater Trust (TFT) take place on traditional lands of Native American people. Against their will and under the banner of progress, Native communities were forcibly removed from the same land where we now live and work.