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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

Announcing the Southwest Pennsylvania Project Accelerator!

June 27, 2023

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…

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Regional Information Meeting on Leveraging Federal Funding for Water Infrastructure

June 24, 2023
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Tell Your State Senator: Vote NO on the Spill Bill

June 22, 2023

This is urgent — We are writing to ask you to contact your state senator and ask them to vote against a dangerous senate bill…

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Vacancy Announcement

June 15, 2023

The Lawrence County Conservation District is accepting applications for a full-time Dirt, Gravel, and Low Volume Roads (DGLVR) Technician.

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Safe Drinking Water Along the Mon River

May 26, 2023

This report looks are drinking water along the Mon River and finds some interesting facts. Through the report is a few years old the findings…

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Sackett decision – impacts wetland protections under the Clean Water Act

May 26, 2023

Sackett decision: In a giveaway to big polluters and developers, the Supreme Court ignores the Clean Water Act 05/25/2023 In a giveaway to big polluters…

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Where to Turn: A Resource Directory

May 19, 2023

This guide includes resources for those: Living with shale gas development (sometimes called “fracking”) Wanting to learn more about shale gas development and its impacts;…

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SWPA Water Network Seeking Coordinator

May 9, 2023

ANNOUNCEMENT FROM THE SWPA WATER NETWORK  The Southwestern Pennsylvania Water Network www.swpawaternetwork.org is seeking a Strategic Network Coordinator. This is a full-time one-year remote position…

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3RQ Mapping Tool

April 25, 2023

Three Rivers QUEST (3RQ) has developed a new 3RQ Mapping Tool to compile environmental spatial data from government agencies, 3RQ and its member organizations, NGOs,…

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Ohio River | At Risk

April 19, 2023

The Ohio River begins at the confluence of the Allegheny and Monongahela rivers in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, flowing southwest and defining boundaries of Ohio, West Virginia,…

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Pennsylvania Mountain Service Corps AmeriCorps Program

April 17, 2023

Pennsylvania Mountain Service Corps AmeriCorps Program 119 Park Street Ebensburg, PA 15931 Phone: 814-472-7690 ext. 2337   Fax: 814-472-5033 Email: AmeriCorps@iu08.org Website: www.pmsc.org  April 14,…

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Three Rivers Water Keeper | Summer Kick Off

April 14, 2023

  Three Rivers Waterkeeper is holding on May 21st to kickoff the summer season! There will be food & drinks (Sweetwater Brewing and Pittsburgh Brewing…

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THE SWPA WATER NETWORK MISSION

The mission of the SWPA Water Network is to promote sustainable water management practices and protect the water resources of the Upper Ohio River Basin. The organization brings together a diverse group of stakeholders, including government agencies, nonprofit organizations, academia, and community groups, to collaborate and coordinate on efforts to improve water quality and access in the region. Through its work, the SWPA Water Network aims to ensure that all residents of the Upper Ohio River Basin have access to clean and safe water for generations to come.

Join the SWPA Water Network and make a difference for our water resources!