Sharing a Vision of Safe and Clean Waters
Our Mission
The Headwaters to the Ohio Water Network connects diverse water stakeholders to develop and pursue a shared vision and attract increased resources for safe and clean water.
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. We 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.
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On the Ground with Mountain Watershed: What Their Assessment Meetings Are Telling Us
Mountain Watershed Association is taking a closer look at the health of local waterways — and what they’re finding matters for all of us in the Upper Ohio River Basin.
Key Flood Preparedness Lessons from Hurricane Helene
Learn vital lessons from Hurricane Helene to improve flood preparedness and response in the Upper Ohio River Basin. Download the full report today.
Support the Beaver County Food Hub — Sign the Petition Today
Support the Beaver County Food Hub in Ambridge, PA, tackling food insecurity and boosting local economy. Sign the petition today!
Don’t Miss It — From Ripples to Currents Is Coming March 27
Next Friday, the Upper Ohio River Basin water community comes together — and you’re going to want to be in the room. From Ripples to…
Two New NOAA Grant Opportunities Target Harmful Algal Bloom Detection and Control
If your organization works on water quality monitoring, aquatic health, or drinking water protection, this one’s worth your attention. NOAA’s National Centers for Coastal Ocean…
DEP Study Shows No Radiation Risk from Leachate in Pennsylvania’s Landfills
Harrisburg, PA – A final report from the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) shows that there is no significant risk to human health from radium in landfill…
Apply Now: BHE GT&S Watershed Mini Grants Available
Apply for the BHE GT&S Watershed Mini Grant Program! Funding available for water quality projects in Western PA. Deadline: March.
Free Event in Homewood Connects Residents with Resources on Basement Flooding and Indoor Air Quality
If you’ve ever walked downstairs after a heavy rain and found your shoes getting wet, you already know the problem. Basement flooding and moisture aren’t…
The Hidden Resource Beneath Your Feet: Groundwater Awareness Week March 8–14
Chances are, the water you drank this morning came from underground. Not a river. Not a reservoir. But from deep beneath your feet — from…
Could REI Help Fund Your Outdoor Water Access Work?
If your organization is working at the intersection of water, community health, and outdoor access, there’s a funding opportunity worth knowing about: the REI Cooperative…
FPW Opens Spring 2026 Grant Round in New Grants Portal
The Foundation for Pennsylvania Watersheds (FPW) is now accepting letters of intent (LOI) for its Spring 2026 grant cycle. FPW supports community-led efforts to protect…
Your Ripple Is How a Current Begins — Join Us March 27 at Camp Christian
You don’t have to figure this out alone. Across our region — Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia — people are dealing with the same stubborn…
