FAQ
Do you have a question about the Chesapeake Bay? Explore our list of frequently asked questions to learn more about the Bay and its watershed, habitats and wildlife. You can browse the FAQ by category, or explore the answers to some of our most common questions below.
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Population Growth
How many people live in the Chesapeake Bay watershed?
As of 2022, over 18 and a half million people were estimated to live in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Experts believe this number will continue to rise, reaching 20 million by 2030.
What can be done to ease the effects of development?
There are many low-impact development techniques that can be installed around homes and buildings. Rain gardens, porous pavement and green roofs are a few techniques that will help reduce pollution from developed areas.
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