Innovating for a More Equitable and Sustainable Water Future
Welcome to the SWPA Water Network, a coalition of organizations working to improve water quality and access in the Upper Ohio River Basin. Our mission is to promote sustainable water management practices and ensure that everyone in the region has access to clean, safe, and affordable water. With a focus on collaboration, knowledge-sharing, and community engagement, we are working to address the key water-related challenges facing our region, from climate change and stormwater runoff to agricultural practices and public awareness. Join us in our efforts to protect and preserve our most vital natural resource - water.
OUR LATEST NEWS
Pennsylvania Resources Council Watersheds and Rain Barrel Workshops
Watersheds & Rain Barrels Looking to harvest rainwater for your yard and garden? Want to contribute to healthy watersheds at home, in the garden, and…
PAG-13 General Permit for public comment
The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection published the draft PAG-13 General Permit for public comment in the January 18, 2025 edition of the Pennsylvania Bulletin…
Board retreat for the Headwaters to the Ohio
Coffee + Sharpies + Post-Its + dedicated board members = Board retreat for the Headwaters to the Ohio What do you get when you combine…
Save the Date – April 3 Spring Water Policy Forum
Save the date for The Water Center at Penn’s second annual Spring Water Policy Forum, which will be held in person on the University of…
New MOU to reduce nonpoint source pollution through voluntary conservation and management
New MOU to reduce nonpoint source pollution through voluntary conservation and management of productive agricultural lands Last week the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Office of…
Planting trees is an act of hope, faith, and healing.
PA IPL is pleased to again be providing an opportunity this Spring to distribute no-cost native trees throughout Pennsylvania, through PA Plants Native! Trees (and…
HIRING! Lab Manager – Pittsburgh Water Collaboratory
Lab Manager – Pittsburgh Water Collaboratory Department of Geology and Environmental Sciences University of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania (United States) The Pittsburgh Water Collaboratory at the University…
Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Grant Program
The Five Star and Urban Waters Restoration Program seeks to develop nationwide community stewardship of local natural resources, preserving these resources for future generations and…
Hiring Water Research Specialist
The West Virginia Water Research Institute at West Virginia University is currently accepting applications for a Water Research Specialist! The incumbent plays a pivotal role…
Congress passes water resources bill that could mean millions of federal dollars
Congress passes water resources bill that could mean millions of federal dollars for Western Pennsylvania Lawmakers cleared the measure before going home for the holidays…
Stream Monitoring During Winter | What to know
The Izaak Walton League wants to remind all stream monitors to be safe during winter sampling. While Santa Claus is checking his list this holiday…
Announcement: Release of the National Wetland Condition Assessment Report
We are pleased to announce that the Office of Water released the latest National Wetland Condition Assessment Report today. The public release includes the web-report…
