The Pennsylvania Ground Water Association was founded in 1968 (as the Pennsylvania Water Well Association) after a name change in 1992.
Pennsylvania Ground Water Association
The Pennsylvania Ground Water Association (PGWA) is a non-profit is composed of groundwater professionals — drilling contractors, scientists and engineers, equipment manufacturers, and suppliers.
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Who We Are:
The Pennsylvania Ground Water Association is the premiere organization for anyone working in or affiliated with the groundwater industry in Pennsylvania. We are a nonprofit organization, and the PGWA is composed of groundwater professionals — drilling contractors, scientists and engineers, equipment manufacturers, and suppliers.
Our Purpose:
Is to provide information and support to our members, to governmental representatives, and to the public so they can make sound technical and economic decisions for the beneficial development, protection, and management of Pennsylvania’s groundwater resources.
Our Mission:
We are dedicated to advancing groundwater understanding and knowledge.
Our Values:
Is to be a leading groundwater association that advocates the responsible development, management, use, and protection of Pennsylvania’s groundwater.
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Our Goals:
- To further groundwater understanding, knowledge, and protection through education and outreach
- To use advocacy to advance the interests of our membership and protect groundwater resources
- To serve our members by holding educational events
- To develop and improve professional practices and procedures.
Our Values:
- The whole of the PGWA is greater than the sum of its distinct membership divisions
- The informed, responsible, and sustainable use of Pennsylvania’s groundwater resources is our paramount concern
- A true community of professionals includes diverse perspectives that must be heard and considered
- Professionalism in the groundwater industry is achieved through continuous learning and sharing of knowledge developed from both thinking and practice
- Pursuing innovation is essential to sustaining PGWA’s relevance for the future.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I register for register for PGWA events?
To register, visit the events page to download and print the registration PDF. Once completed, you can either:
Mail the form to:
PGWA
990 McCosh Street
Hanover, PA 17331
Or scan and email the completed PDF to:
pgwadirector@gmail.com
How do I send payment for PGWA events or membership?
Please mail a check to:
PGWA
990 McCosh Street
Hanover, PA 17331
How do I submit my PA One Call invoice for processing?
You can either:
- Mail the invoice to:
PGWA
990 McCosh Street
Hanover, PA 17331
- Or scan and email it as a PDF to:
pgwadirector@gmail.com
How do I volunteer to help PGWA at Ag Progress Days?
We’d love your support! To volunteer, please:
- Call 814-553-3883
- Or email us at pgwadirector@gmail.com
How do I submit advertising or articles for the Pennsylvania Driller?
Please email all submissions to:
pgwadirector@gmail.com
Contact PGWA
The Pennsylvania Ground Water Association (PGWA) is the premier organization for professionals in the groundwater industry throughout Pennsylvania. As a nonprofit organization, we bring together a diverse network of groundwater experts, including drilling contractors, scientists, engineers, equipment manufacturers, and suppliers, all united by a shared commitment to protecting and advancing groundwater resources.
For decades, PGWA has been at the forefront of fostering collaboration, innovation, and education within the industry. Our members are the backbone of Pennsylvania’s groundwater ecosystem, working tirelessly to ensure sustainable management, responsible use, and the long-term health of this vital natural resource.