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Insulate your hot water pipes and save money. Well insulated pipes will heat water faster and waste less water. More Tips	American Rivers Shares Proven Solutions with New Administration American Rivers is working with the Obama Administration to transform the way our country manages water and rivers, and we’ll be keeping you updated on our progress -- whether it’s making smarter investments in the nation’s water infrastructure, fighting global warming, or restoring key protections for the nation’s rivers and streams. More Milestone Reached in Wild and Scenic Designations Two years ago, American Rivers launched the 40 x 40 campaign to get 40 rivers designated in celebration of the 40th Anniversary of the Wild and Scenic Rivers Act.  Last week, the Senate moved to protect more Wild and Scenic Rivers, safeguarding more than 270,000 acres along 1,000 miles of 82 rivers in seven states.  The legislation, which is expected to pass the House and be signed into law by President Obama, will help us meet -- and greatly exceed -- our original goal. More American Rivers Annual Report: 35 Years in the Making 2008 marked the 35th anniversary of American Rivers, and it was also our most successful year ever restoring rivers. Our newly-released 2008 Annual Report features our major accomplishments, stunning photographs, and our vision for the future. More Ripple Effect: This Month's News and Victories Green Jobs, Clean Water in the News American Rivers has been front and center in media across the country, thanks to our leadership on the need for green economic stimulus and 21st century upgrades to our nation’s outdated water infrastructure. Our president Rebecca Wodder and Dr. Joan Rose, a member of our Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee, published opinion pieces in the Washington Post and the Detroit Free Press. And a U.S. News & World Report story looks at how an economic stimulus plan could help clean water and other environmental projects. River Quote of the Month   River Quotes are posted on our blog. If you’d like to see your favorite river quote featured, email it to lmartin@AmericanRivers.org. View past quotes here.

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