Posts by SWPA Water Network
PENNVEST Funding Powerpoint Presentation
PENNVEST Water Infrastructure Funding application presentation provided by Dan Mikesic, SW Region Contact, at the Infrastructure Informational Workshop on July 26, 2023. DOWNLOAD PDF HERE
Read MoreWater Technical Assistance Presentations
Powerpoint presentations provided by SPC’s Water Resource Center, Water Center at Penn, Rural Community Assistance Partnership, and Water Now Alliance at the Infrastructure Informational Workshop – Thu. July 26. DOWNLOAD PDF HERE
Read MoreFracking Through the Cracks: The Halliburton Loophole & Unregulated Chemicals in Fracking
Join this Halt the Harm webinar that will look at the cracks in federal regulations on fracking chemicals in our drinking water. Vivian Underhill and Gary Allison will discuss their recent research into the health impacts of the “Halliburton Loophole,” which exempts certain fracking chemicals from federal protections under the Safe Water Drinking Act. August…
Read MoreSWPA Water’s New Strategic Coordinator | John Stephen
John Stephen has joined the Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network as Strategic Coordinator, which is an important milestone in the development of this multi-organization network dedicated to clean water. The Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network welcomes John Stephen as its first Strategic Coordinator. John brings over a decade of experience in environmental non-profits. He most recently held…
Read MoreMongahelia River Story Map
Hi all, If you live, work or are interested in the Monongahela River we request your assistance. Through grants from Keep Pennsylvania Beautiful and Martin’s, and the Izaak Walton league Endowment we are working to create a story map of the Monongahela River watershed. WE need your help. The map will include layers describing, Recreation…
Read MoreEPA Public Hearing for draft Injection Well Permit, Nicholson Twp., Fayette County
The United States Environmental Protection Agency (US EPA) Region 3 is currently reviewing a draft permit for G2 STEM LLC to construct and operate a Class II-D commercial disposal injection well in Nicholson Township, Fayette County. Injection wells allow a company to inject oil and gas wastewater thousands of feet into the ground. A virtual…
Read MoreWaterNow Announces Regional Accelerator in Southwest Pennsylvania
WaterNow is excited to announce that applications for the Southwest Pennsylvania Project Accelerator are open! Project Accelerator provides cities, towns, and utilities with up to 250 hours of free program assistance tailored to their local priorities, over the course of 6-9 months. Accelerator efforts can include: support in applying for state/federal grant or other financing…
Read MorePennsylvania Water Bill Assistance Program accepting applications in July
The Low-Income Household Water Assistance Program (LIHWAP) is available to help families who have overdue water bills or at risk of losing water service for their home. Applications will be accepted July 10, 2023 through August 11, 2023. Learn more about if you qualify at www.dhs.pa.gov/waterhelp Apply for LIHWAP and other assistance now at www.compass.state.pa.us
Read MoreGreene-Fayette-Washington Counties Informational Meeting – Wednesday, July 26
Wednesday, July 26 This event is hosted in partnership by the Water Center the University of Pennsylvania, the University of Maryland Environmental Finance Center, Greene County, PA, Greene County Industrial Developments, Inc., National Road Heritage Corridor, and Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network. This registration page is for in-person attendance. To register to attend virtually, go here:…
Read MoreAnnouncing the Southwest Pennsylvania Project Accelerator!
WaterNow is excited to announce a second round of applications for Project Accelerator projects in Southwest Pennsylvania! Project Accelerator provides cities, towns, and utilities with up to 250 hours of free program assistance tailored to their local priorities, over the course of 6-9 months. Accelerator efforts can include: support in applying for state/federal grant or…
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