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The Great Rivers Partnership
Great Rivers That Work for People and Nature
The Great Rivers Partnership (GRP) is a global effort to advance sustainable management of the world's great rivers for people and nature. The GRP focuses on entire river systems and brings together the best available science and diverse stakeholders—spanning sectors from industry and navigation to academia and government—to develop and implement innovative solutions to issues threatening freshwater sustainability.
See articles from past GRP e-newsletters and sign up for regular updates. Plus, explore these case studies to see how the GRP works.
Are you an industry leader, scientist or other river practitioner interested in issues affecting freshwater systems? If so, check out the GRP's new website dedicated to finding shared solutions. greatriverspartnership.org
Latest News & Features
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U.S.-China Science Exchange
Freshwater monitoring exchanges between scientists on the Yangtze and Mississippi rivers advance conservation practices globally.
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Water Producer Program Launched in Brazilian Cerrado
An innovative program in the Brazilian Cerrado will help protect Brasilia's water supply and restore the region's once vast grasslands.
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5-Year Report
For an overview of the GRP's work in Phase I, download this comprehensive report. (.1.51MB; .pdf)
See more of how we work.
Latest Photos
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Mississippi River Scientist Helps Chinese Save Carp
GRP Fellow and USGS scientist Brian Ickes is helping save Asian carp in the Yangtze River.
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A Tale of Two Rivers
China trip strengthens partnership between Mississippi and Yangtze rivers.
Latest Videos
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A Global Journey
See the accomplishments of the Great Rivers Partnership
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GRP at the Waterways Council Seminar
Feb. 2012: Michael Reuter, director of TNC's Great Rivers Partnership, delivers a presentation.
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