Recognizing Leadership

In the same way the Bay is exhibiting some noteworthy signs—healthy underwater grasses and rebounding crab numbers—so Maryland government is making strides on environmental issues that also are worth noting. Find out more.

Survey Says: No Sprawl

A new survey shows Charles County residents want commuter rail service more than the Cross-County Connector, and they want development limited to existing towns. Find out more.

In a recent editorial, the Maryland Independent renewed its call for a full study of the environmental impacts of the proposed Cross-County Connector, citing CBF's survey and the paper's own letters page as evidence the average county citizen wants the smarter growth. Read the editorial.

Legislation Ends Deadlock

Lawmakers in both chambers passed legislation that will give individuals and associations increased ability to challenge state environmental decisions in court.

A Win for the Critical Area

Bill will reduce the amount of pollution flowing from septic systems into the Chesapeake Bay and its tidal tributaries.

Press Releases

• Congress to Increase Bay Restoration Funding
• Chesapeake Bay Foundation Recognizes Governor O'Malley for Leadership
• CBF Analysis: Highway Likely Won't Make Billingsley Safer

Read all Maryland press releases >>

In the News

• 11.09.09 - U.S. to Tighten Rules for Bay Cleanup
• 11.07.09 - The Politics of Cleaning the Bay
• 11.05.09 - Bay Goals Downgraded

Recycle Your Oyster Shells

Stop! Don’t throw away those oyster shells! After you enjoy some delicious oysters this summer, donate your empty shells to CBF.

Update Your Calendar

Fall restoration projects and events are available on our calendar. Check them out!

Stop the Stew!

Rainwater falling on rooftops, yards, streets, and parking lots can cause big pollution. Find out what you can do to stop this stew of polluted runoff.

Can We Count You In?

Find out about CBF’s extensive volunteer program in our latest Volunteer Annual Report, “Count Me In For Clean Water”. Find something you like and join us!

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