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Chesapeake Bay dead zone measures near average in 2013
October 18, 2013Scientists attribute the dead zone’s volume to nutrient pollution.
Read storyChesapeake Forest Champions celebrated for conserving critical habitat
October 17, 2013Four winners were honored at the Chesapeake Watershed Forum.
Read storyLetter from Leadership: Reflecting on watershed restoration
September 30, 2013Knowing what works—and what doesn’t—is integral to restoration and conservation success.
Read storyLag-times call for patience in awaiting restoration results
September 25, 2013Conservation practices put in place now could take days or even decades to impact water quality.
Read storyDenser grass beds hold more blue crabs
September 18, 2013New research suggests higher-quality grass habitat could boost Chesapeake Bay blue crab populations.
Read storyVirginia fish collection preserves and archives local species
September 17, 2013The Virginia Institute of Marine Science is home to the only collection of Chesapeake Bay fish.
Read storyCourt upholds Chesapeake Bay pollution diet
September 16, 2013A federal judge has affirmed the EPA's role in reducing pollution across the watershed.
Read storyNew technologies prove effective at removing nitrogen from wastewater
September 10, 2013Innovations in wastewater treatment could help plants curb pollution in the face of development pressure.
Read storyLetter from Leadership: The value of water monitoring volunteers
August 31, 2013Volunteer-collected water quality data is a critical part of Chesapeake Bay restoration.
Read storyChesapeake Bay ospreys serve as sentinels for pollution
August 30, 2013Monitoring the buildup of chemical compounds in ospreys helps scientists track toxics in our waterways.
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