The Center’s mission is to provide world class interdisciplinary solutions to resolve regional, national and international problems related to the protection, restoration and conservation of freshwater resources to ensure long term environmental health and quality of life.
Established in 2011 through a $2.6 million endowment from Lynde B. Uihlein, the center builds on the research of the School of Freshwater Sciences, the UW System, and networks and partnerships with top scholars, scientists and policy institutions across the country and around the world.
Spotlight Stories
- Center for Water Policy Assistant Director Tressie Kamp featured in “Circle of Blue” on wetlandsCenter for Water Policy Assistant Director Tressie Kamp was featured in a “Circle of Blue” article on wetlands and the 2025 1,000-year flood in Milwaukee, …
- Journalist in residence Dan Egan calls for action to protect Great LakesLast weekend, Dan Egan, Center for Water Policy journalist in residence, traveled to Canandaigua, NY to speak to residents of the …
- New Short 🎥: The School of Freshwater Sciences in Milwaukee’s Inner Harbor🎥 Explore how the School of Freshwater Sciences has helped transform and continues to influence Milwaukee’s relationship with its harbor and …
