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By the Numbers: 128
July 26, 2016The total number of high-tide flood days observed in Annapolis, Baltimore, Norfolk and the District of Columbia last year
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A bonsai endures, even after an atomic blast
August 4, 2015National Arboretum's bonsai and penjing museum offers a glimpse into a tiny forest
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How Green is Your Deen?
July 17, 2015Green Muslims connects students to their faith and nature through outdoor experiences
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Rising population, development threaten health of Potomac River
November 12, 2014As many move to the region, “smart planning” could protect waterway from impacts of rapid growth.
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East 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.
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Anacostia, Patapsco restoration projects receive funding
July 21, 2014Four organizations will receive more than $230,000 to restore portions of the urban waterways.
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Wastewater treatment plant cuts pollution in D.C.
October 24, 2013Upgrades at Blue Plains will help the plant clean water and save energy.
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Restoration of urban stream has big impact on D.C. economy
May 6, 2013A new analysis of an Anacostia River tributary documents the local value of restoring urban streams.
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Fish tumors in Anacostia River decline
May 2, 2013A drop in tumor rates among brown bullhead catfish could indicate lowered exposure to chemical contaminants.
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District of Columbia releases plan to become healthier, greener, more sustainable city
February 22, 2013The Sustainable DC Plan outlines two decades of changes.
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