Our Mission
Welcome to the Headwaters to the Ohio Water Network (H2O), 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
EPA Launches New Initiative to Tackle PFAS, Identify Emerging Contaminants in Water
WASHINGTON – Today, November 20, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency launched a new, no-cost technical assistance effort focused on reducing exposure to perfluoroalkyl and polyfluoroalkyl…
Read MoreThe Importance of Watersheds: Why Headwaters Matter
Watersheds play a fundamental role in the health of our environment, serving as the vital arteries through which water flows to rivers, lakes, and ultimately…
Read MoreIntroducing H2O Headwaters to the Ohio Water Network: A New Era for Water Stewardship
As of November 18, 2024, the Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network is proud to announce its new name: H2O Headwaters to Ohio Water Network. This exciting…
Read MoreH2O Headwaters to the Ohio Water Network to Launch New Name on November 18, 2024
Pittsburgh, PA – The Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network is excited to announce that effective November 1, we will be rebranding as the H2O Headwaters to…
Read MoreWestern PA Conservancy: BHE GT&S Watershed Mini Grant Program
Each year, the Western Pennsylvania Conservancy accepts proposals for its Watershed Mini Grant Program, which provides assistance to the region’s grassroots watershed groups and organizations.…
Read MoreHelp EPA Get It Right at Fairmont Brine
On Thursday November 14 EPA will hold its first public meeting to explain the radioactivity hazard at the site of the former Fairmont Brine Processing…
Read MorePennsylvania and Federal Funding Opportunities Webinar:
Pennsylvania and Federal Funding Opportunities Webinar: November 18th from 12 to 1:30 PM EST Join us while various agencies present their funding opportunities and important…
Read MoreJob Opportunities in the Water Sector
A couple great water-related job opportunities in the Chesapeake Watershed to share with the talent in the Upper Ohio River Basin. Please share with your…
Read MoreHow Do Rivers and Streams Affect Harmful Algal Blooms?
12:00 pm, Tue October 29, 2024 – Researchers modeled complex phosphorus cycling in the Maumee River watershed to help mitigate blooms and inform sources of…
Read MoreWetlands – Assessment, Prioritization, and Research
This a friendly reminder that our next webcast entitled, “Wetlands – Assessment, Prioritization, and Research” is scheduled for one week from today, Wednesday November 6th.…
Read MoreUpdated Watershed Academy Module on Climate Change!
EPA Office of Water’s Understanding Climate Change Impacts on Water Resources Modulehas been updated and relaunched. This module explains the causes of climate change, its potential…
Read MoreLUNG CANCER & AIR POLLUTION
Please join us on Tuesday, October 29 from 12:00 – 1:00 EST for our webinar on Lung Cancer and Air Pollution, in partnership with Collaborative…
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