Marc A. Yaggi

Marc works to connect and support Waterkeeper programs around the world. Before joining Waterkeeper Alliance, Marc was a Senior Attorney and Watershed Program Director for Riverkeeper, Inc., where he worked to protect the 2,000-square mile watershed that serves as New York City’s drinking water supply. For Riverkeeper, Marc coordinated and supported activities of citizens and environmental groups throughout the watershed by giving them access to information and strategic guidance on effectively opposing harmful development projects and government policies. Marc also acted as an advocate for strengthening governmental watershed protection policies and for educating the public about its water supply. Before joining Riverkeeper, Marc served as a Staff Attorney with the Environmental Law Institute in Washington, D.C. In addition, Marc has authored legal articles on the U.S. Supreme Court, marine mammal protection, road salt, impervious surfaces, sprawl, and clean air.

Marc is a 1993 graduate of The Pennsylvania State University and a 1997 graduate of the Pace University School of Law. In addition, Marc obtained an LL.M in Environmental Law in May 2002.