Archive for 'Chesapeake Bay Beat & Environment'
Gaithersburg’s Mr. Sesma Goes to Washington
Gaithersburg had its day in Congress Friday as City Council Vice President Michael Sesma testified about the ways cities like his can act to protect the environment.
Maryland Researchers to Probe Regional Impact of Climate Change
From potential heat waves to increased cases of respiratory illness and outbreaks of infectious disease, Maryland scientists are looking to predict how climate change will affect health to help communities prepare.
A “Perfect Storm” for Oysters in Harris Creek
Oysters are restoring themselves naturally in the Eastern Shore's Harris Creek, thanks in part to good weather conditions last year. Harris Creek is also the site of the Oyster Recovery Partnership's tributary-wide effort to restore oysters in the Chesapeake Bay.
Maryland Legislators Will Debate a Temporary Ban on Fracking
Members of the Chesapeake Climate Action Network gathered outside the Maryland State House Wednesday to advocate for a proposed moratorium on hydraulic fracturing.
Rescued Sea Turtles Find Temporary Home in Baltimore
A symposium brings attention to issues affecting sea turtles in the Chesapeake Bay and animal rescue efforts at the National Aquarium.
Maryland Lawmakers Push for Park to Honor Harriet Tubman
Maryland's lawmakers urged Congress Wednesday to pass legislation to create two national parks honoring the legacy of Underground Railroad leader Harriet Ross Tubman.
Enviros Rally for Wind Energy before Gov. O’Malley Testifies
Governor Martin O'Malley testified before a Senate committee for off-shore wind energy.
Montgomery County Waterways Show Results From Bag Tax
Pollution from plastic bags has declined since the Carryout Bag Law.
Md. Public Service Commission Allows Temporary Opt Out of Smart Meters
Regulators have allowed customers to continue to opt out of smart electric meters, amid public concerns about their safety.
Gov. O’Malley Takes a Third Swing at Wind Energy
Gov. Martin O'Malley on Tuesday embarked on his third attempt to bring wind energy to Maryland via a subsidized wind farm off the coast of Ocean City.
