Partnership News
Read the latest updates and news stories from the Chesapeake Bay Program.
Chesapeake Bay Program makes measured progress toward restoring the watershed
February 2, 2016The latest Bay Barometer offers a snapshot of environmental health
Read storyDraft two-year work plans available for public feedback
January 22, 2016Plans outline short-term actions needed to achieve goals of Watershed Agreement
Read storyStudy finds intersex bass near wildlife refuges in Northeast U.S.
December 17, 2015Intersex characteristics tied to endocrine-disrupting chemicals
Read storyUrban farms offer novel approach to stormwater management
December 9, 2015Report outlines benefits of urban agriculture as green infrastructure
Read storyChesapeake Bay dead zone measures slightly below average in 2015
November 24, 2015Maryland's low-oxygen zone ranks as 13th smallest in 31 years of reporting
Read storyFederal agencies welcome input on water quality milestones
November 17, 2015Two-year goals are part of long-term restoration strategy for Chesapeake Bay
Read storyResearchers observe ‘robust’ rockfish reproduction, spawning success
October 22, 2015Tracking young-of-the-year helps scientists evaluate the health of the striped bass stock
Read storyNew, more realistic approach improves predictions of how climate will affect fish habitat in streams
October 21, 2015Scientists able to better predict threats to brook trout, other fish species
Read storyJames River earns “B-” on latest report card
October 14, 2015As overall health improves, excess sediment continues to plague waterway
Read storyCleaner air, cleaner waters: Story map illustrates decline in air pollution
October 8, 2015Successes in decreasing air pollution help improve health of local waters
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