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
The Fight for Clean Drinking Water: Understanding the “Watered Down Justice” Report
The “Watered Down Justice” report serves as a clarion call for action to rectify the systemic inequities that leave marginalized communities vulnerable to drinking water…
PFBC SEEKS PUBLIC FEEDBACK ON NEW STRATEGIC PLAN FOR TROUT FISHERIES MANAGEMENT
The Pennsylvania Fish and Boat Commission (PFBC) has prepared a new draft Strategic Plan for Management of Trout Fisheries in Pennsylvania. The updated plan for…
Grant Assistance for EJ Communities in the Appalachians
EPA staff is letting folks know that Appalachian communities are not applying for Environmental Justice Thriving Communities grants at the same rate as other regions. …
Buffalo Creek Coalition Meeting
The Buffalo Creek Coalition will be holding their last meeting of the year on Thursday, November 14th from 3:30-5pm. We typically chat about the work…
Celebrating Source Water Protection Week!
The American Water Works Association has pronounced next week as Source Water Assessment Week. What better way to work toward high quality drinking water than…
Get Involved: How to Prepare for a Fun and Productive Day at the Confluence
Attending the Confluence at Mingo Creek is a fantastic opportunity to engage with fellow watershed advocates and enhance your knowledge and skills. To ensure you…
Deadlines for Fall Grant Writing
A few programs that could support water-first programming of many sorts: Environmental and Climate Justice Community Change Grants The U.S Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) new…
The Confluence: Focus on our Speakers
There will be a panel highlighting how watersheds are helping watersheds through coalitions and mentoring. Speakers include John Wenzel of the Conemaugh Valley Conservancy, Tali…
The Confluence: A Splashing Success in Water Stewardship
The Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network (the “Water Network”) invites watershed volunteers and stream champions from throughout the Upper Ohio River Basin to the second basin-wide…
Backyard Stream Repair | Oct 5th
Audubon Society of WPA is partnering with Penn State Extension to hold an in person Backyard Stream Repair workshop on Saturday, October 5th from 9am…
Oct 1, Seeing the Unseen: Aquatic Invaders & What is at Stake – Movie Screening & Panel Discussion
Seeing the Unseen: Aquatic Invaders & What is at Stake Movie Screening & Panel Discussion October 1 4:00-6:00 Location: O’Hara Ballroom (4024 O’Hara St, Pittsburgh,…
IT’S COMING … Fall Watershed Confluence … Saturday, Sept. 28
Mark you calendars for Saturday, September 28. Planning for the next basin-wide Confluence networking opportunity has begun. Thank you to all that attended the summer…
