MWRD Commissioner Daniel Pogorzelski

There’s nothing like the curiosity of a child! We got to see firsthand how eager these students are to learn about sustainability. The seeds we plant in their minds today will grow into a better, greener future. 🌳✨ Episode 1 Streaming now on Youtube 📹

Had an incredible time at Alexander Graham Bell School, sharing the importance of sustainability with young minds. These kids are the future Earth Guardians, and we were thrilled to inspire them to think about a greener world. 🌍 ♻️ Episode 1 Streaming now on Youtube 📹

Honoring our veterans is more than just a gesture—it’s acknowledging the deep sacrifices made by those who have served to protect our freedoms and preserve our history. 🇺🇸 We see you. We value you. Thank you. 🙏 #VeteransDay #Gratitude #NeverForget

A beautiful day at Ping Tom Memorial Park featuring boats, river taxis, our wonderful Chicago skyline 🏙️, ducks 🦆and much, much more. Another reminder to help keep our waterways clean 😊 ✨ #danthewaterman #MWRD #WaterWednesdays #Chicago #keepwaterclean

The first phase of the Robbins Heritage Park and Midlothian Creek Restoration Project is officially FINISHED! @chakena_perry @danpogofc

Not so long ago our Chicago River wasn't so clean! Today it's a recreational and civic jewel! 💎 . . . . @Chicago @mwrd_of_greater_chicago @choosechicago @insta_chicago @secret.chicago #danthewaterman #MWRD #WaterWednesdays #Chicago #keepwaterclean

Thank you Chicago Public Library for collaborating with us on these 2 walking tours highlighting the Polish-American contributions to the "Windy City". @danpogofc @chicagopubliclibrary @northwesternu

The Chicago River has come a long way. Today it's teeming with wildlife and a beacon for recreational boaters. 🌊 🛥️ . . . . @Chicago @mwrd_of_greater_chicago @choosechicago @insta_chicago @secret.chicago #danthewaterman #MWRD #WaterWednesdays #Chicago #keepwaterclean

Happy Polish American Heritage Month: 🇵🇱 ✨ We celebrate Polish American Heritage Month in October, but it wasn’t always that way. Whether you’re Polish American or not, it’s important to mark the culture of a people who helped shape this country. - Via nationaltoday.com

The Chicago River 😍 🌊 . . . . @Chicago @mwrd_of_greater_chicago @choosechicago @insta_chicago @secret.chicago #danthewaterman #MWRD #Water #Chicago #keepwaterclean

How to get rid of stress with gardening, thank you Yvonne for sharing your story! 😊✨ @yvonneestelles @danpogofc

The Journey continues with Yvonne's Native Plant Garden 🪴✨ Yvonne's garden is a sanctuary for both plants and people! 🌿 What role does nature play in bringing communities together? @yvonneestelles @danpogofc

Where is the easy button! Grow a native garden and leave the grass in the past! 🪴🙌 @yvonneestelles @danpogofc

Yvonne puts so much thought into her garden native plant garden. Such a work of art! 👏🌳 🥇 @yvonneestelles @danpogofc

Yvonne's garden is a living testament to the power of connecting with nature! 🌸 What's one small step you can take today to be more eco-friendly? @yvonneestelles @danpogofc

📣💧 Community leaders with stormwater management projects in mind that can enhance public spaces and improve stormwater management are urged to apply for an #MWRD partnership program. Applications are now being accepted through early 2025: mwrd.org/stormwater/par…

Join the @MWRDGC & @HIRE360Partners at an opportunity reception in honor of Latinx Heritage Month.

Yvonne's garden is a true masterpiece that showcases the beauty of native and imported plants! In this video we talk about rain absorption and the benefits of having a garden vs grass 🍃 ☔️ What plant do you think adds the most charm to a garden? @yvonneestelles @danpogofc

Consul General Tariq Karim visited the Metropolitan Water Reclamation District (MWRD) & met with Commissioner Daniel Pogo Pogorzelski & other officials. They discussed ways to enhance partnership b/w Pakistan and Greater Chicago region in sustainable water management.

Meet us TOMORROW in Wilmette for a shred day, styrofoam recycling and drug take-back event! We’ll be with @CommishH2O, the Cook County Sheriff’s Office and Wilmette Public Works at 2300 Old Glenview Rd. from 9 a.m. to noon. See you there! ♻️🌼