H2O Hero

04/30/2026

To be a steward of the earth is to also be an H2O Hero. 🌎💧🌱

For 20 years, Causewave has served as the backbone organization behind H2O Hero, supporting a community-driven commitment to protecting our water.

Alongside dedicated partners, Causewave has helped advance H2O Hero’s mission to promote water conservation, prevent pollution, and engage our community around clean water issues. Through strategic outreach, education, and collaboration, H2O Hero has become a trusted resource for environmental awareness.

From the Rochester Embayment being delisted as an EPA Area of Concern, to the successful reintroduction of sturgeon in the Genesee River (managed by Seneca Park Zoo), to community-informed water quality research and regional showcases of green infrastructure at RMSC, this work has led to meaningful impact.

At the core of this partnership is a commitment to ensuring diverse voices are included, valued, and reflected in the work we do. H20 Hero remains focused on building inclusive programs and partnerships that meet the needs of all communities we serve.

Learn more about H2O Hero: https://hubs.la/Q04d5BgJ0

04/23/2026

There is no Planet B!
Our local waterways are vibrant ecosystems that can’t be replaced. Let’s work together to protect them!

03/23/2026

We had a great time celebrating WORLD WATER DAY this weekend at Rochester Museum & Science Center. We engaged with community members of all ages about why and how to protect our water through displays, activities, and storytelling.

Thank you to Bosch Community fund for your support and our partners at Rochester Museum & Science Center for a wonderful event!

03/17/2026

World Water Day is March 21! Come celebrate with us at Rochester Museum & Science Center this weekend!

Join us for science encounters, seed ball making, water investigations, and more!
Be sure to come visit us at the H2O hero prize wheel!

Hope to see you there!

Celebrate World Water Day at the RMSC by learning more about our freshwater resources and what you can do to protect them.

03/04/2026

Ordering closes this Friday at 4 p.m.!

There is just one week left to get last minute orders in for the 2026 Tree & Shrub Program!

Ordering closes this Friday at 4 p.m.

Order now: https://monroecountyswcd.org/tree-shrub-program/

03/03/2026

Today is World Wildlife Day!

United Nations World Wildlife Day (WWD) is celebrated every year on 3 March to bring awareness to wild animals and plants and recognize the unique roles and contributions of wildlife to people and the planet.

The WWD2026 Theme is Medicinal and Aromatic Plants: Conserving Health, Heritage and Livelihoods.




World Wildlife Day

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02/12/2026

Do you have or know of an upcoming water related event in our community? If so, submit your event to our new Water and Environmental Community Events and Programs calendar!

Do you have an upcoming event that aligns with our mission and purpose? We’d love to feature it on our events calendar!

01/13/2026

Catch the free livestream this Thursday!

A book talk on The Nature of Oaks: The Rich Ecology of Our Most Essential Native Trees, presented by NYT bestselling author Doug Tallamy.

11/17/2025

H2O Hero has a new look!

H2O Hero has always been about making water protection approachable and actionable. Our new logo captures that friendly, community-driven energy and helps us invite even more people to join the movement.

The otter represents a local wildlife success story whose return reflects the region’s progress in restoring water quality and habitat health. Alongside the refreshed mark, the updated tagline, “Protecting Water Together,” reinforces the collaborative spirit at the core of the initiative. This new visual identity reflects the shared responsibility of caring for our waterways as a community.

Larry is still a hero, but he’s passing his cape to you so you can wear it proudly. Every time you pick up litter, plant a tree, scoop your pet’s p**p, or make planet healthy choices for your home or business, you’re stepping into that hero role!

10/20/2025

Make sure those storm drains are clear!

Does your town have an "adopt a storm drain" program?