Vote Yes for Water!
Is your child off from school on Election Day? Register him/her for a fun-filled day of STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Architecture & Math) at the Fairmount Water Works Interpretive Center! […]
What’s Happening
Schuylkill Acts and Impacts 2018
What is Schuylkill Acts & Impacts? Schuylkill Acts & Impacts is a week-long service-learning program that will be offered to a team of fifteen high school students from communities within […]
National Trust Recap: “Keeping History Above Water in Annapolis”
FWW was featured in this piece on the impact of rising water levels on historic buildings. Read more here
Blog Post: Mussel Hatchery Update
A Scientist’s Perspective On The Mussel and Host-Fish Experience In the Laboratory By Lance Butler (Aquatic Scientist, Philadelphia Water Department) Most larval species of freshwater mussels (glochidia) rely on host […]
Delaware River Watershed Fellowship Opportunities (Summer 2017)
Experience the Delaware River Watershed like never before: become a Delaware River Watershed Fellow at one of 23 regional environmental centers this summer. What is a Delaware River Watershed Fellowship? […]
Schuylkill Acts and Impacts 2017
What is Schuylkill Acts & Impacts? Schuylkill Acts & Impacts is a week-long service-learning program that will be offered to a team of fifteen high school students from communities within […]
Grant Announcement: Freshwater Mussel Hatchery Funded by DCNR!
Our Freshwater Mussel Hatchery has received a $60,000 grant from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources – part of its natural resource conservation efforts. Full article here: http://ow.ly/XbRS307lAxq
A Glimpse Into Schuylkill Acts & Impacts 2016
Schuylkill Acts & Impacts 2016 was a success! THANK YOU to all who gave for this year’s program! Click here for more information on the program. There’s still time to give!
Ellen Schultz Recognized by School District of Philadelphia
On Tuesday, June 28, the School District of Philadelphia celebrated the release of GreenFutures, the District’s first ever sustainability plan. Mayor Kenney, Superintendent Hite, Office of Sustainability Director Christine Knapp, […]