Stroud to honor Prince Albert II of Monoco

Prince Albert will be recognized for his commitment to freshwater resources through the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation. Though geographically small, Monaco is globally significant, and the Prince has used his worldly influence to promote bold environmental and ecological ideals. AVONDALE — On the eve of Stroud Water Research Center’s 50th anniversary, the 2017 Stroud Award for Freshwater...

Stroud offers assistance to Chester County farmers

AVONDALE — Stroud Water Research Center’s Watershed Restoration Group and the Chester County Conservation District (CCCD) agreed to provide conservation plans, manure management plans, Mushroom Farm Environmental Management Plans, forested stream buffers and other Best Management Practices (BMPs) for Chester County farmers. Conservation plans help farmers meet state and federal regulations...

Stroud seeks volunteers for focus group

AVONDALE. – Stroud Water Research Center, a Chester County nonprofit focused on freshwater research, environmental education and watershed restoration, is seeking regional volunteers to participate in a focus group study, July 15, as part of its strategic planning process. Focus group participants will share their thoughts and opinions about effective ways to engage the community for public...

6 county watershed projects win state grants

Nearly $1 million will help fund initiatives to protect area creeks The Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection will invest more than $20.65 million in watershed protection projects, the state announced on Wednesday, Jan. 22. Six watershed protection projects in Chester County will receive $980,828 of the state funding through the Growing Greener Program, State Sen. Andy Dinniman...