Krista Seng Awarded SAN MVP

By Kaitie Evers, PDE’s SAN Coordinator

Krista Seng views water as a vital resource and a cornerstone for recreation and education. This holistic perspective has been the driving force behind her career and why the Schuylkill Action Network (SAN) proudly named her as its most valuable player last fall.

“I am totally surprised and honored by this award,” Seng said about her recognition. “I care very deeply about the work of the SAN to improve the quality of our waterways and the lives around it.”

Longtime fellow SAN member Chris Anderson, Regional Source Water Protection Coordinator with EPA Region 3, presented Seng with the award at the organization’s annual meeting on Nov. 2. He highlighted Krista’s legendary dedication, passion, and enthusiasm, not only for her professional endeavors but also in personal touches like her famous breakfast spreads for the SAN Stormwater Workgroup meetings. As the lead of Corporate Giving & Community Affairs at Aqua, an Essential Utilities Company, and a member of the SAN Planning Committee, Seng’s strategic insights and proactive approaches to community initiatives have significantly advanced the SAN’s reach.

Krista’s career path to date has been intimately tied to the Schuylkill and its tributaries, beginning with an internship at the Perkiomen Watershed Conservancy, where she cultivated her passion for habitat, ecology, and the human aspects of clean water. Her impact grew in her role as the Watershed Specialist for Montgomery County Conservation District, where she led, supported, and advised the implementation of various stormwater management and stream restoration projects in the Schuylkill River Watershed and beyond. As SAN Stormwater Workgroup co-chair and a key player in projects such as Schuylkill Action Students, she has shown an exceptional ability to identify needs and inspire action.

Seng’s influence extends far beyond her official roles, touching the hearts and minds of those around her.

“Each SAN meeting inspires me to bring my problem-solving and creativity to the table, and I’m so thankful to have this group of partners who care just as much as I do,” Seng said. “I can’t wait to see what we accomplish in the next 10 years.”

This year’s award is a testament to Seng’s unwavering commitment and impactful work on behalf of the Schuylkill watershed.

STRONG COMMUNITIES/ GOAL 2 IMPROVE PUBLIC AWARENESS AND STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT / STRATEGIES C2.4 AND C2.6