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Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $1.7 Million in Community Projects, Progress on Pollution Reduction at Back River and Patapsco River Wastewater Treatment Plants

Less pollution and projects, including a new trash wheel, improve quality of life and support a healthy Bay economy BALTIMORE (April 15, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment, Chesapeake Bay Trust and Baltimore Mayor Brandon Scott today announced grants for 21 community-driven environmental projects in the region around the state’s two largest wastewater  Read the Rest…

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Maryland Department of the Environment Urges Consumers to Make Sustainable Choices for Food Waste Prevention Week

Event Runs from April 7-13 BALTIMORE (April 7, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is urging consumers to make sustainable choices, such as meal planning and composting food scraps, in observance of Food Waste Prevention Week from April 7-13. Wasted food is not just an environmental issue—it’s an economic and social challenge. Food  Read the Rest…

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Maryland Department of Environment Provides Update on Drought Conditions and Water Conservation Efforts

No statewide restrictions, but conservation urged with warmer weather approaching; Most of state under drought warning, with areas of Central and Western Maryland most impacted BALTIMORE (April 3, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today issued a drought warning for most of the state as a result of continued dry conditions and  Read the Rest…

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State Approves $74 million for Baltimore City Water Infrastructure Projects

Board of Public Works unanimously approves seven projects for drinking water safety, economic growth, pollution reduction BALTIMORE (April 2, 2025) – The Maryland Board of Public Works today unanimously approved more than $74 million for seven Baltimore City water infrastructure projects. This funding will protect children from lead poisoning, prevent sewer overflows, reduce stormwater pollution,  Read the Rest…

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Five Maryland Watersheds Selected for Whole Watershed Act Grant Funding To Support Environmental Restoration and Economic Development

Spread across the state, watershed-scale programs will start next phase of restoration in Maryland, benefitting habitats and local communities Antietam Creek crossed by Burnside Bridge in Sharpsburg, Washington County. Photo by C. Witt, submitted to the 2020 Maryland Department of Natural Resources Photo Contest. Maryland has selected the five watersheds in the state that will  Read the Rest…

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Maryland Department of Environment Announces $47 Million in Clean Water Commerce Funding for Chesapeake Bay Health, Economy and Recreation

Grants award pay-for-success projects to reduce pollution, improve tourism and seafood industry BALTIMORE (March 5, 2025) – The Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) today announced that 15 projects have been selected to receive $47 million in Clean Water Commerce Act funding for demonstrating pollution reductions that will improve health, tourism and economic success of the  Read the Rest…

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Maryland Department of the Environment Announces New Additions to Executive Leadership Team

Ortiz, Schafer and Kessler Bring Federal Experience BALTIMORE (February 28, 2025) – Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain today announced the appointment of three members to executive positions in the agency who bring a wealth of experience in federal policy, improving the Chesapeake Bay and environmental justice. The appointments are Adam Ortiz, Deputy  Read the Rest…

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Maryland Department of the Environment Opens Applications for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Grants

$4.5 million for businesses, nonprofits, government BALTIMORE (February 10, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today announced the grant application period is now open for $4.5 million to support the installation of electric vehicle charging stations at businesses, nonprofits, and other locations. The projects will help expand Maryland’s charging infrastructure and support more  Read the Rest…

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Maryland Department of the Environment Honors Student Artists at “Rethink Recycling” Sculpture Contest

South Carroll High School Student Wins Top Prize; Annual Awards Promote Recycling, Creativity among Students BALTIMORE, MD (Nov. 22, 2024) – Hayley Boore, a student at South Carroll High School, won the grand prize at the Maryland Department of the Environment’s 23nd annual “Rethink Recycling” Sculpture Contest today at Montgomery Park in Baltimore City. The  Read the Rest…

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Maryland Department of Environment Expands Drought Watches and Warnings Across the State

Water conservation encouraged; Area served by Baltimore City public water system still showing normal conditions BALTIMORE (Nov. 18, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is issuing drought watches and warnings across the state and urging citizens and businesses to reduce water usage when possible. This follows six months of lower-than-average rainfall and virtually  Read the Rest…

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