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
Unlocking River Health: The Importance of Small Streams
Explore Pennsylvania’s water quality trends, highlighting the importance of conservation efforts for stream health and aquatic life restoration.
Free EPA Webinar Series Explores How Toxic Algae Affects You, Your Pets, and Your Water
Are you aware of the dangers posed by blue-green algae blooms? Join the EPA’s free symposium this March to learn about their health effects on humans and pets.
Join the Current: Upcoming Events to Connect, Share, and Take Action for Our Watersheds
Join H2O Water Network to tackle water challenges together! Attend our Zoom sessions and Summit for practical ideas and collaboration.
Funding Available Now
Apply now for the Chesapeake Bay Stewardship Fund to protect local waterways! Grants range from $150,000 to $750,000. Proposals due April 2, 2026.
Partner Highlight: How the Conemaugh Valley Conservancy Is Building the First Firefly Inventory in Pennsylvania
A Partner Highlight from the H2O Water Network Introduction by John Detisch, H2O Water Network One of the things I love most about the H2O…
Data Centers and Water: A Growing Concern Across the Upper Ohio River Basin
By H2O Water Network We’re hearing more and more about data centers. For many of us across the Upper Ohio River Basin and beyond, data…
Protect Your Property: The Power of Riparian Buffers
Protect your property and enhance the ecosystem with riparian buffers. These green strips stabilize banks, reduce erosion, and support wildlife.
Free Webinar Tonight: Join the Salt Watch Movement
it’s Salt Week—And Tonight You Can Learn How to Make a Difference Quick reminder: Salt Week is happening right now, and tonight we’re hosting a…
Free Environmental Workshops Coming to Clarion County in 2026
Looking to learn something new about the natural world this year? The Clarion Conservation District has you covered. Thanks to a DEP Environmental Education Grant,…
Walter the Water Molecule Takes Kids on a Journey of Exploration
PLEASE DOWNLOAD AND SHARE: How do you explain the water cycle to a kid? You could draw diagrams. You could use big words like “evaporation”…
Road Salt and Drinking Water: The Connection More People Need to Know
Most of us think of road salt as a winter safety tool, and it is. It helps prevent slips, falls, and crashes. But here’s the…
Two Board Seats Open: Help Protect Washington County’s Waterways
Washington County Watershed Alliance Needs You on Their Board The Washington County Watershed Alliance (WCWA) is looking for two new at-large board members to join…
