The Chesapeake Bay Foundation and its members, more than 300,000 strong, are the strongest and most effective voice that exists for protecting and restoring the Bay and its rivers and stream.
We work at local, state, and federal levels for effective laws and regulations that will reduce pollution, restore vital natural systems like oyster reefs, forests, and wetlands, and encourage smart growth in our communities.
Visit our Action Center for tools, resources, and stories to help you become a better advocate for the Bay.
See what we've been working on recently.
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20 Oct 2021
Six Things You Didn't Know About Trees
While many people can make general statements on their importance, there are multitudes of fascinating facts about trees that you may not know. We compiled a few of our favorites here.
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14 Sep 2021
The Next Generation Speaks Up for the Bay
After a year apart, CBF Student Leaders came together this summer out of a shared passion for the Bay and the desire to make a difference.
Topics: Educate, Student Leadership
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20 Aug 2021
Save the Bay News: Ancient Sharks, Jellyfish, and Mighty Mussels
Our monthly roundup of engaging and educational content for you to enjoy at home. This month, we look at what's happening with some of the Bay's critters.
Topics: Habitat Degradation, Ospreys
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16 Jul 2021
Pivotal Partners in Saving the Bay
How a small but mighty team is working to restore the Bay, address climate change, and educate the next generation of clean water stewards.
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07 Apr 2021
The Environment and Public Health: Connecting the Dots
The health of our communities is inseparable from the health of our environment. As policymakers and communities throughout the watershed face the compounding, urgent challenges of environmental degradation, public health crises, racial injustice, and climate change, solutions like these that offer significant co-benefits cannot be ignored. In caring for the Bay's health, we care for our own.
Topics: Air Pollution, Climate Change, Community, Conservation, Green Infrastructure, Legislation, Restore, Water Quality
