Marc Yaggi
Marc Yaggi is the Chief Executive Officer of Waterkeeper Alliance, serving as a leading voice for a global movement dedicated to securing clean, healthy, and abundant water for all people and the planet. Recognizing the profound impact the climate crisis has on water quality and availability, Marc is committed to addressing the paramount issue of climate change. Under Marc’s leadership, Waterkeeper Alliance has amassed significant legal and advocacy victories, including stopping dirty fossil fuel projects, securing rules to prevent industrial agriculture slaughterhouse pollution, holding coal-fired power plants accountable for pollution, protecting coastal wetland forests, eliminating regulatory loopholes for pesticides, and securing human health protections from mercury pollution. Before assuming the role of CEO, Marc served as a Senior Attorney and Watershed Program Director for Riverkeeper, Inc., where he played a pivotal role in safeguarding the 2,000-square mile watershed that serves as New York City’s drinking water supply. His previous experience as a Staff Attorney with the Environmental Law Institute in Washington, D.C., further solidified his expertise in environmental law and advocacy. A graduate in Administration of Justice from The Pennsylvania State University, Marc holds a J.D. and an LL.M in Environmental Law from the Pace University School of Law. He resides in New York with his wife and two children, sharing a love for water-related activities that reflect his commitment to safeguarding this precious resource for generations to come.
Appears in 1 Episode
The Nexus of Water, Climate, and Environmental Justice
This first episode of 'Equity In Every Drop' features discussions with Marc Yaggi, CEO of Waterkeeper Alliance, and the Reverend Dr. Gerald Durley, a human and civil r...
