Partnership News
Read the latest updates and news stories from the Chesapeake Bay Program.
Forests clean our air, save our lives
August 15, 2014Scientists have placed an economic value on the effects trees have on air quality and human health.
Read storyDelaware named leader in solar energy revolution
August 12, 2014Solar-supporting policies are encouraging individuals and companies to opt for the renewable power source.
Read storyEast Coast to experience more ‘nuisance floods’ as sea levels rise
August 4, 2014In coastal cities, even high tides are closing roads and overwhelming storm drains.
Read storyMaryland Department of Natural Resources links watermen with chefs
July 22, 2014By connecting chefs with seafood, the state agency emphasizes the importance of buying local.
Read storyAnacostia, Patapsco restoration projects receive funding
July 21, 2014Four organizations will receive more than $230,000 to restore portions of the urban waterways.
Read storyExperts recommend ‘risk-averse’ approach to managing depleted blue crab stock
July 2, 2014Protecting females could rebuild the blue crab population.
Read storyIntersex fish found in three Pennsylvania river basins
June 30, 2014Research indicates hormone-disrupting chemicals are more widespread in the region than once thought.
Read storyEvaluation shows Bay Program partners are making progress in Chesapeake cleanup
June 26, 2014More nitrogen cuts are needed if partners are to meet pollution-reducing goals.
Read storyScientists predict above-average dead zone for Chesapeake Bay
June 24, 2014Spring nutrient loads from the Potomac and Susquehanna rivers will impact summer water quality.
Read storyChesapeake Executive Council signs landmark accord to restore Bay watershed
June 16, 2014The Watershed Agreement is a step toward clean water and abundant wildlife.
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