James River University

James River University is comprised of short, educational videos for the general public on subjects such as watersheds, water quality, biology, pollution and pollution prevention.

Environmental Science 101: The James River Watershed- Discover what it is and why it is important. This video covers the watershed concept as well as specific information about the James River and how it is used.

Restoration & Protection 101: Seven Simple Steps to Save the James River- Learn what you can do to help. This video covers different ways citizens can make a difference in the health of local waterways.

Water Quality 102: The State of the James River Report- Find out how healthy the James River is today. The video describes the indicators which the James River Association tracks do get a holistic picture of the river’s health.

Water Quality 103: Drinking the James- Understand the natural and human processes that deliver our drinking water. This video explains the availability of clean freshwater, the water cycle, water pollutants, and the systems which clean municipal drinking water and wastewater, and emphasizes how the river connects us to our neighbors up and downstream.