Politics

Anne Arundel Council Should Strengthen Forest Conservation Bill

November 4, 2019

The Anne Arundel County Council should find ways to restore parts of the forest conservation bill they recently weakened with amendments.
How Will the Story of Chesapeake Bay Restoration End? Virginia’s New Plan Is a Crucial Chapter.

September 5, 2019

It's up to Virginia state legislators to ensure the funding and programs are in place to make Virginia's strong Chesapeake Bay Blueprint a reality.
Chesapeake Bay Cleanup Heads in the Right Direction

September 4, 2019

Virginia recently released a strong, detailed and practical plan to reduce pollution to its portion of the Chesapeake Bay and the tidal rivers that feed it. Now, Gov. Ralph Northam and the General Assembly must turn the plan into action.
This Week in the Watershed: The Bay's Cornerstone

February 22, 2019

Following decades of restoration work, we are making progress restoring the Bay's native oyster population. And two pieces of legislation before the Maryland General Assembly would take restoration efforts even further.
Clean Water Voices in the Old Dominion

February 13, 2019

Good things happen when voices join together for the Bay.
This Week in the Watershed: Forest Fervor

February 8, 2019

We are losing our forests at an alarming rate throughout the watershed.
What Does the Government Shutdown Mean for the Bay?

January 23, 2019

5 Things You Should Know.
Waterway Solutions in the Old Dominion

January 17, 2019

I have high hopes the Virginia General Assembly will protect our waterways.
This Week in the Watershed: A Win for the Bay

December 14, 2018

At first glance, the federal Farm Bill, full of wonky agriculture policy and programs with countless acronyms, doesn't appear to have a connection with the health of the Bay and its rivers and streams.
This Week in the Watershed: 7 Tips for a Bay-Friendly Thanksgiving

November 16, 2018

It's hard to believe, but Thanksgiving is just around the corner. As you prepare for the annual feast with family and friends, there are things you can do to help save the Bay and its rivers and streams.
This Week in the Watershed: The Bay Ballot

November 2, 2018

Tuesday's elections may determine the success or failure of the Chesapeake Bay cleanup.
This Week in the Watershed: Your Air at Risk

October 26, 2018

Most living creatures, whether they walk, swim, or crawl, are harmed by poor air quality. And if the EPA rolls back two critical Clean Air Act initiatives, our climate, health, and water quality could suffer.