Recent News: News
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October 12, 2021
Innovative projects to improve stream health, reduce urban runoff and restore fish passage receive funding
The Chesapeake Stewardship Fund awards $10 million for on-the-ground projects
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October 01, 2021
The Chesapeake Bay Program takes action on climate change
Partnership’s Executive Council sees climate impacts first-hand at annual meeting
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September 29, 2021
A new report gives Virginia a realistic view of the future if climate change is not addressed
Despite a dire outlook, the Commonwealth is taking action to mitigate and adapt to these impacts
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August 23, 2021
The Chesapeake Bay Program releases its diversity, equity, inclusion and justice implementation plan
Public feedback is encouraged to guide the partnership in strengthening its roadmap to meet its DEIJ goals
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August 03, 2021
Formidable jaws deserve applause
The common snapping turtle is an evolutionary wonder.
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July 28, 2021
Acreage of underwater grasses in the Chesapeake Bay decline for second straight year
Despite decrease, experts see a glimmer of hope for the future of Bay grasses
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July 14, 2021
Environmental education experts from across the Mid-Atlantic convene for a biennial summit
State representatives share their environmental education priorities
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June 30, 2021
Annual Blue Crab Advisory Report finds the Bay’s population of female blue crabs remains healthy
Number of juvenile crabs decline for second straight year, which may impact the crabs you eat next year
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June 23, 2021
Spring weather leaves researchers optimistic for a small summer dead zone
Ongoing efforts to reduce nutrient and sediment pollution also play a role
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June 22, 2021
Annual Chesapeake Bay Report Card notes slight improvement in estuary health
Bay is graded a ‘C’, while surrounding watershed remains stable, healthy at B-
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