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The Issues Facing Maryland's Eastern Shore

Agriculture

Farm fields. Photo courtesy NRCS Maryland What role do farms and agricultural production play in the health of our waters? Learn more

Chemical Contamination

An osprey in its nest in the James River right next to a chemical plant. Photo © Krista Schlyer/iLCP. Toxic chemicals are entering our waters every day. What can we do about them? Learn more

Land Use

Sprawl development. Photo copyright Nikki Davis When the watershed's land summers from pollution and poor management so, too, does the water. Learn how

Sewage & Septic Systems

Easton Utilities sewage treatment plant. Photo courtesy City of Easton Upgrading wastewater treatment is key to cleaning up the Bay. Learn more

Stormwater Runoff

Residential stormwater runoff. Photo copyright 2010 Krista Schlyer/iLCP Did you know that stormwater runoff is the fastest growing source of Bay pollution? Learn more

Find out what other issues are affecting the health of the Bay. >>

In the News

05.13.13 - Press Statement: CBF Calls for Stronger House Farm Bill

05.12.13 - Group to Consider How to Get More Information about Pesticide Use in Md.

05.10.13 - Bay Foundation Backs 'Rain Tax'

05.09.13 - Press Statement: Bay Foundation Responds to EPA's Approval of PA Impaired Waters List

05.09.13 - Dishing the Dam Dirt, Dealing with Sediment at the Conowingo Dam

05.02.13 - Governor O'Malley Signs Landmark Forest Legislation

05.01.13 - Anne Arundel County Council Overrides Stormwater Veto, Seeks to Cap Some Fees

05.01.13 - Anne Arundel Council Overrides Executive's Stormwater Fee Veto

05.01.13 - Day on the Bay: A First Look for Many Meade Middle Students

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