Water is life - and it's under threat in Texas. The Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter is mobilizing communities statewide to protect Texas water resources for both people and the environment. Through our Water for People & the Environment Committee, you can get informed, get connected, and take action.
Why Water Advocacy Matters in Texas
Texas is facing an escalating water crisis:
- More frequent and severe droughts
- Growing water scarcity across the state
- Pollution from various sources
- Weak environmental protections for rivers, lakes, aquifers, and coastal ecosystems
- Inequitable access to clean and safe water
We believe all Texans - regardless of geography, background, or income - deserve clean, abundant, and accessible water. That’s why this committee exists.
What Is the Water for People & the Environment Committee?
The Water for People & the Environment Committee is a statewide volunteer initiative dedicated to protecting Texas’ water. We're building a collaborative network of advocates, experts, and everyday Texans who care about water justice, clean rivers, and sustainable water policies.
Our mission is simple: to protect Texas’ water by empowering communities through grassroots advocacy and public education to shape policy solutions that benefit people and the environment.
Our Vision: A Water-Secure Texas for All
A Texas united by water. Whether you're worried about river flows in Central Texas, seawater desalination on the Gulf Coast, or crumbling infrastructure in your community, we are stronger when we work together.
"When Texans across the state understand and care about these shared issues, they can support each other in advocating for solutions that benefit everyone." - Evgenia Spears, Water Program Coordinator, Sierra Club Lone Star Chapter
How to Get Involved
Ready to advocate for water in your community? Join the Water for People & the Environment Committee today!
As a member, you'll:
- Participate in Zoom meetings on the second Monday of each month
- Learn about the biggest water challenges in Texas
- Connect with statewide water advocates and experts
- Take meaningful action to protect our water resources
Volunteer Leadership Opportunities
Want to take your advocacy further? Become a volunteer regional leader and help shape our statewide water justice movement.
We’re currently seeking volunteer leaders in:
| Leaders commit 2–3 hours a month and help with:
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Upcoming Committee Meetings
Proposition 4 Explained: What’s at Stake for Texas Water
Date: Monday, October 6, 2025
Time: 6:30PM CST
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Speakers: Experts from the Texas Living Waters coalition
This presentation will provide an overview of Proposition 4, created through the passage of House Joint Resolution 7 (HJR 7) during this year’s regular legislative session. HJR 7 proposes a historic investment in Texas water infrastructure, allocating $1 billion annually to the Texas Water Fund. We’ll explore what Proposition 4 could mean for the future of our water systems, how the funding would work, and what’s at stake for water as Texans head to the polls this November.
Coastal Groundwater Flooding in Texas
Date: Monday, November 10, 2025
Time: 6:30PM CST
Location: Virtual (Zoom)
Speaker: Dr. Dorina Murgulet, Texas A&M University–Corpus Christi
This meeting will feature a presentation on coastal groundwater flooding, a growing but often overlooked issue that threatens infrastructure, water quality, and coastal resilience. Join us as we explore what groundwater flooding is, why it matters, and how it impacts communities along the Texas coast.
Can’t make it? Don’t worry - recordings and resources will be available in our Meeting Archive below.
Watch & Learn - Meeting Archive
Catch up on past meetings and webinars on our YouTube Playlist. Missed a meeting? Browse past recordings and summaries here:
Coming soon!
Together, We Can Protect Texas Water
The Water for People & the Environment Committee is open to anyone passionate about clean and accessible water for generations to come.
Join us. Learn with us. Advocate with us.