Annual Networking Event Featured Sponsor: Capitol Region Watershed District

Nestled in the heart of Minnesota lies the Capitol Region Watershed District (CRWD), a force to be reckoned with when it comes to protecting, managing, and improving the water resources of the region. With a mission to ensure a healthy and thriving environment for recreation, commerce, and natural beauty, CRWD works tirelessly to preserve the area's shared water resources, benefiting all Minnesotans.

But how exactly does CRWD go about fulfilling this vital mission? Through a wide range of programs and initiatives aimed at safeguarding the region's water resources. From watershed rules and permitting to stormwater, lake, river, and Best Management Practice (BMP) monitoring, CRWD covers all the bases.

CRWD also actively engages in water resource improvement projects, education and outreach programs, and provides technical assistance and funding through its grant programs. It is through these initiatives that CRWD is able to make a tangible difference in the water quality and ecosystem of the region.

But CRWD's mission extends beyond just environmental protection. The organization is also committed to promoting diversity and inclusion in its workforce and in the community it serves. CRWD believes that a diverse mix of employees enriches the workplace and enhances the quality of its service. As such, the organization actively seeks to recruit, promote, and retain employees that reflect the community it serves.

CRWD's commitment to diversity includes ensuring that its service providers reflect the racial, gender, and cultural demographics of the watershed and City of Saint Paul. The organization also aims to understand and incorporate cultural perspectives on water and government, create opportunities for people of color in the environmental/water resources profession through training and recruitment, and consider equity and equality as a means to achieve diversity. By using water management as a tool to help address local and community concerns, CRWD is not only protecting the environment but also creating a more equitable and inclusive community for all.

To learn more about the amazing work of CRWD, please visit https://www.capitolregionwd.org/.

Find their booth at the Annual Networking Event to learn about the work of this organization!