Ohio’s Pilot Watershed Project On the Ground with Innovation: Touring Ohio’s Pilot Watershed Project On Thursday, October 23, the Ohio Water Partnership (OWP), in collaboration with The Ohio State University College of Food, Agricultural, and Environmental Sciences, hosted a tour of the Ohio Pilot Watershed Project, a first of its kind demonstration site showcasing how […]
Farmers, Forests & Families Feeling the Strain Dry fields, stressed crops, and heightened wildfire risks September has brought one of the driest stretches Ohio has seen in decades. Nearly the entire state experienced drought conditions, with some counties slipping into the “extreme” category. August 2025 was already the driest on record, and the lack of
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OWP + Craft Brewers Host Beer & Water Trivia with Lawmakers The day began with a Joint Agriculture Committee Hearing, where members of both the House and Senate gathered to hear presentations on critical agriculture-related issues. In the afternoon, OWP partnered with Ohio’s craft brewers to host a tasting event for legislators, featuring a variety of Ohio craft beers and a round of water-themed trivia. Clean, abundant water is
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Where Collaboration Meets Conservation The Ohio River Basin Alliance (ORBA) will host its annual Ohio River Basin Confluence Summit from October 16–18, bringing together agencies, nonprofits, businesses, and river advocates to shape the future of the Ohio River Basin. 📍 Summit Registration & Agenda – Opens on August 15!📄 Sponsor Information PDF If you’re involved in infrastructure, environment, transportation, or water quality—this is your must-attend event.
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Walleyes, Water Quality & Ohio’s Outdoor Economy The Ohio Water Partnership (OWP) was proud to take part in the 45th Annual Governor’s Fish Ohio Day, a beloved tradition started by Governor James A. Rhodes in 1979. The two-day celebration emphasizes the importance of Lake Erie’s health, Ohio’s thriving outdoor recreation economy, and of course—Lake Erie Walleye. “Lake Erie is one of
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🗓️ Early Bird Registration for the 2nd Annual Surface Water Conference Opens June 1Mark your calendar! Early Bird Registration for the Ohio Surface Water Policy Conference opens June 1. This year’s event will gather policymakers, engineers, business leaders, and water advocates to explore innovative approaches to protecting and managing Ohio’s rivers, lakes, and streams. Stay
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🚰 $16.7M in New H2Ohio Infrastructure Funding AnnouncedGovernor DeWine and USEPA Region 5 Administrator Anne Vogel recently announced $16.7 million for 13 new H2Ohio infrastructure projects across the state. This round of funding targets drinking water and wastewater system upgrades, particularly in communities with non-compliant private wells or aging systems. Highlights include: These investments reflect
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📸 Show Off the Beauty of Lake Erie – Photo Contest Now Open!The Ohio Lake Erie Commission has launched its 2025 “Life on Lake Erie” photo contest, open to all residents and visitors who want to celebrate the lake’s natural beauty and recreational value. Winning entries will be featured in Commission materials, with credit given
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💰 Lawmakers Signal Support to Restore H2Ohio BudgetOhio Senate leaders are signaling early support to restore funding for the H2Ohio program, which faced a $120 million cut in the House-passed version of the state budget (HB96). In testimony before the Senate Agriculture & Natural Resources Committee, agency leaders stressed the importance of maintaining momentum in
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On May 7, the Ohio Water Partnership (OWP) took part in the annual Ohio CEO Summit, hosted by the Ohio Business Roundtable at the headquarters of Bath & Body Works, Inc. The summit, founded on the belief that free enterprise fuels innovation and economic advancement, convenes top executives to discuss critical challenges and opportunities shaping
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