The Nature Conservancy, with funding from the National Fish and Wildlife Foundation’s Delaware Watershed Conservation Fund, is pleased to announce a free, one-day NJ Dam Removal Partnership Fish Passage Training course led by U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service. Please feel free to circulate among interested colleagues or with other organizations. Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2024 […]
Join us for the final SAN Stormwater Workgroup meeting of 2024 at Wissahickon Trails (12 Morris Road, Ambler, PA). During this meeting we will tour the newly renovated Wissahickon Trails barn which focused on improving flood resilience, creating accessible public programming and staff spaces, and preserving this historic building. In addition this gathering will bring together partners across […]
The Delaware River Basin Commission (DRBC) will hold a special public hearing on Tuesday, November 19, 2024, starting at 1:30 p.m., to receive comment on the matter of persistent dry conditions in the Basin. If conditions worsen, a special business meeting may follow on a date to be determined, or DRBC may take action at its regularly scheduled […]
Flooding in our communities can be devastating. The Perkiomen Mapping & Flood Mitigation Study is the first phase of a long-term effort to help communities make more informed decisions regarding how and where to best implement stormwater management systems and projects in the Perkiomen Watershed. A series of public meetings are being held in Fall […]
Flooding in our communities can be devastating. The Perkiomen Mapping & Flood Mitigation Study is the first phase of a long-term effort to help communities make more informed decisions regarding how and where to best implement stormwater management systems and projects in the Perkiomen Watershed. A series of public meetings are being held in Fall […]
Join this free webinar hosted by Stormwater University Climate change is significantly altering precipitation patterns and intensifying extreme weather events, posing a growing threat to stormwater quality. This webinar will explore the multifaceted impacts of climate change on stormwater systems, especially BMP design. We will delve into how rising temperatures, changing precipitation patterns, and more […]
The PA Association of Environmental Professionals are hosting a December 10 webinar on PFAS ‘Forever Chemical’ Management – Philadelphia Water Department Approach starting at Noon. After some brief background information on PFAS compounds, the talk will focus on steps Philadelphia Water Department (PWD) has taken to characterize PFAS in source water, plan for drinking water […]
The North Central Region Water Network’s Algal Bloom Action team will host the 5th annual virtual Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) symposium again in 2025! This year’s event will focus on three broad key themes: monitoring and detection, prediction, prevention and treatment, and human dimensions. Join in to hear about emergent research and how communities are […]
SBN GSI Partners and friends are invited to join the next Quarterly Meeting, held in-person at Rodriguez Consulting, LLC’s office at 100 W Oxford St, Suite E-4000, Philadelphia, PA 19122. Rodriguez’s mission is to deliver vital civil engineering, geospatial, and municipal services—such as PA One Call support, stormwater permit reviews, and inspections—that strengthen infrastructure while […]
Join Penn State and Michigan State for a webinar panel featuring representatives from leading forest carbon payment programs, including the Family Forest Carbon Program (FFCP), Finite Carbon, and Climate Action Reserve, along with a verification auditor who will share their expertise on the complexities of forest carbon markets and payment programs. This panel will cover […]
Join the SAN Watershed Land Collaborative workgroup for an in-person meeting at Schuylkill River Greenways. Bring your maps! We are going to take this opportunity to discuss institutional guiding principles for land protection and consider areas of interest for ongoing conservation. This meeting will be in-person at Schuylkill River Greenways office. RSVP at Eventbrite If […]
Join us for our first quarterly Abandoned Mine Drainage Workgroup meeting of 2025 to connect regarding AMD projects in the Schuylkill Watershed!If you have an agenda item to discuss, plan to attend, or would like more information, please email Meghan Rogalus. You can receive email reminders for the AMD workgroup meetings by signing up here. View […]
This special extended webinar event includes talks given at the EPA 21st Annual Drinking Water Workshop held on September 17-19, 2024. Q&A sessions will follow each presentation. Certificates of attendance will be offered for this webinar.
Water is the most essential nutrient for livestock, directly influencing their health and performance. Ensuring high-quality drinking water requires regular testing to identify potential contaminants. This webinar will explore the critical role of water quality in livestock management, highlighting common water contaminants, effective testing methods, and interpreting test results to safeguard animal well-being and optimize […]
Join SBN for their annual meeting to kick off 2025! Connect, learn, and engage with a community of businesses and individuals focused on driving change through economic growth, social equity, and environmental stewardship. This year’s Annual Meeting is your opportunity to: $65 for members | $85 for non-members
Join us for our first quarterly meeting of the Pathogens and Point Source Workgroup Join the meeting now Meeting ID: 212 450 499 011 Passcode: bc2gT2Nm
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The House Majority Policy Committee will convene a hearing on Tuesday, April 29 to explore flood risk and mitigation, hosted by Rep. Jacklyn Rusnock. Members will hear testimony from local township officials, business owners, and environmental experts on the potential flood risks in Pennsylvania and how the state can be better prepared to handle these natural disasters. […]
Are you a teacher? Do you love to kayak and camp? Join the Schuylkill River Sojourn, an annual 112-mile guided kayak/canoe trip from Schuylkill Haven to Philadelphia. The Schuylkill Action Network is funding one teacher to participate in this one-week trip and bring their experience back to the classroom. The Sojourn Scholar will paddle all […]
Is your stream healthy? Would you like to explore it more closely or monitor changes over time? Have you recently taken steps to improve your stream and now want to measure the results? The First Investigation of Stream Health (FISH) tool is a fun and easy way for individuals, families, volunteer groups, youth, and adults […]
The Schuylkill River Sojourn is the annual 112-mile guided kayak/canoe trip that begins where the water trail does, in Schuylkill Haven, PA. The trip ends seven days later at the end of the iconic Boathouse Row in Philadelphia, just miles from where the Schuylkill connects with the Delaware River. The Sojourn includes meals, camping, gear […]
On June 18th, 2025, from 3:00-4:00 (ET), EPA is hosting a tools and resources webinar. EPA’s Office of Research Development and Region 4 (Southeast) used the EPA’s risk communication framework and human-centered design techniques to figure out what information people affected by a flood need and how they make cleanup decisions. The webinar will review […]
Conservation Cornerstone is a webinar series designed for agriculture professionals beginning their conservation journey. Pennsylvania’s Right to Farm Act (1982) and ACRE law (2005) limit municipal actions against certain farming practices, shaping the regulatory landscape for agriculture. Understanding these laws is key to navigating township and county ordinances affecting farm operations. Experts from Penn State Dickinson Law’s […]
Join Philadelphia Water Department to celebrate the completion of the Flat Rock Dam project The Community event begins at 11 am, with speakers and presentations starting at 11:30 am. Educational tables, activities, and refreshments will be in the lobby and by the Canal. A small gate opening ceremony will take place at the nearby site of the Flat […]
Are you a Philly resident who loves art and the environment? Enter the 2025 Trash Free Waters Art Contest today, hosted by the Philadelphia Water Department (@phillyh2o) and the Partnership for the Delaware Estuary. Eligible entries will be displayed during the Delaware River Festival (@delrivfest) at the Independence Seaport Museum (@phillyseaport) on September 27, 2025, […]
