Recent News: #environmental justice
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March 25, 2021
A tale of two lakes and their segregated past
A group of hikers stumbled upon a Virginia park steeped in civil rights history
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February 03, 2021
Three ways to reduce pollution while improving lives
Planting trees, restoring wetlands and repairing streams does a lot more than reduce pollution
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December 04, 2020
An urban forestry collaborative plants deep community roots
When it comes to planting trees, community engagement is everything
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October 09, 2020
Who speaks for the trees?
The U.S. Forest Service and State Foresters sign agreement to accelerate forest restoration around the watershed
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September 25, 2020
Experts seek to bridge the gap between environmental quality and public health
Chesapeake Bay Program holds panel to address the need for inclusive, community-driven solutions
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August 18, 2020
The Chesapeake Executive Council tackles the issues of 2020 in a virtual way
Virginia Governor Ralph Northam takes over as chair as Council adopts DEIJ statement
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August 11, 2020
Teaching environmental justice across the Chesapeake Bay watershed
Teachers and parents can address issues of racism, public health and climate change by teaching environmental justice
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June 11, 2020
Cultivating inclusion in an urban park
How a park in Baltimore embraces diverse communities
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February 28, 2020
Farmer Nell gives Baltimore a healthy dose of hope
An urban farmer’s fight for food sovereignty and a better Baltimore
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July 26, 2019
A community advocate on improving nature and human health
Professor Sacoby Wilson helps communities advocate for environmental justice
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