Tagged Stories: "toxic contaminants"
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Wastewater treatment plants use technology to tackle a lingering chemical
May 4, 2020Man-made contaminants continue to pollute the Bay and its tributaries
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Researchers give mussels new power
March 26, 2020Transplanted mussels suggest more reintroduction efforts are possible in the Anacostia
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How rising temperatures put our well-being at risk
November 18, 2019A hotter climate can lead to serious health consequences
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Taking the foam out of food containers
April 23, 2019Maryland becomes the first state to ban the much-debated material
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The latest Bay Barometer tells a cautionary success story about Bay restoration
April 2, 2019The Chesapeake Bay Program's annual report includes climate change impacts for the first time
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Dishing on fish consumption
October 18, 20182018 Festival del Rio Anacostia provides a taste of safe prep for local fish
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Anacostia River receives passing grade of “D” for the first time
June 22, 2018The “Forgotten River” is starting to make a comeback
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Unseen danger leads to eagle deaths
March 8, 2018How fragmenting lead bullets cause the toxic heavy metal to enter the food system
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Four restoration, outreach projects to receive $150,000 in funding
July 29, 2015Partnerships in Maryland and D.C. awarded funding through small grants program
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