Tagged Stories: "development"
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From the air, Virginia's Piedmont transitions from mountains to metropolis
January 31, 2018Flying over the region gives a fresh perspective on land use and conservation
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Preserving the pristine Mattawoman Creek
September 1, 2017This tributary of the Potomac River is one of Maryland’s healthiest waterways
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Rockfish return to find a changing Chesapeake region
May 16, 2017As region develops, striped bass face new challenges
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By the Numbers: 110,701
April 4, 2017The acres of forestland protected by the Maryland Forest Conservation Act in the two decades since it was passed
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Photo Essay: Seen from above, humans and nature intertwine along the Chesapeake Bay
August 3, 2016Aerial photos show human impacts on the northern Chesapeake Bay
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By the Numbers: 60
October 27, 2015The percentage of Chesapeake forests that have been fragmented by development.
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Letter from Leadership: A thousand chances to heal
November 13, 2014Small organizations and businesses are working together to help restore the Chesapeake Bay.
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Assessment explores impact of land development on Chesapeake Bay
November 12, 2014Researchers studied link between land use and ecosystem health in Corsica, Magothy and Rhode River watersheds.
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Benefits of green infrastructure can outweigh costs
March 5, 2014Green infrastructure can save money, clean our air and water, and offer residents social gains.
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Loss of coastal wetlands grows larger in United States
December 9, 2013Development and other human activities are placing pressure on this critical habitat.
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