Maryland Department of the Environment Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on December 10, 2025 - 18:59 GMT

Second Annual Climate Subcabinet Report Highlights Gains in Cleaner Vehicles, Energy-Efficient Buildings and Lower Greenhouse Gas ...

Advances by State Government Mean Lower Energy Costs for Taxpayers, Support Green Technology and Jobs BALTIMORE (December 10, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today released the 2025 Climate Subcabinet Annual Report highlighting …

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Published on November 3, 2025 - 16:29 GMT

Secretary McIlwain to Highlight State Climate Leadership at COP30 Local Leaders Forum in Brazil

Maryland works to advance climate pollution policies with federal government absent BALTIMORE (November 3, 2025) – Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary McIlwain will attend the COP30 Local Leaders Forum in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil, from …

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Published on October 29, 2025 - 16:44 GMT

Governor Wes Moore and European Union Ambassador Jovita Neliupšienė Co-host Inaugural Forum on Circular Economy in Annapolis

Maryland has nation-leading extended producer responsibility initiative to cut waste and generate 2,000 jobs ANNAPOLIS, MD (October 29, 2025) – Governor Wes Moore today hosted representatives from the European Union, Maryland business executives and policy …

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Published on October 22, 2025 - 18:14 GMT

Board of Public Works Advances $18.2 Million Toward Extended North Tunnel Flood Mitigation Project in Howard County

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore and the Board of Public Works today advanced $18.2 million in funding for the Extended North Tunnel flood mitigation project in Howard County and nearly $5 million for water infrastructure projects in Calvert, Cecil, …

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Published on October 21, 2025 - 18:20 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Awards $5 Million for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure

New investments expand access to EV charging in Baltimore City, the Eastern Shore, and Western Maryland, provide economic benefits to businesses and drivers BALTIMORE (October 21, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today announced more than …

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Published on October 20, 2025 - 20:29 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces Series of Events for Lead Poisoning Prevention Week

Goal is to Empower Parents with Information Needed to Protect Children BALTIMORE (October 20, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today announced a series of events for Lead Poisoning Prevention Week in partnership with the Maryland …

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Published on October 7, 2025 - 16:46 GMT

Public Comment and Hearings Set on New Statewide Animal Feeding Operations Permit

October hearings set for Eastern Shore, Southern Maryland, Western Maryland and Online BALTIMORE (October 7, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today announced that a series of public meetings will be held to hear comments from …

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Published on October 2, 2025 - 21:13 GMT

Governor Moore Announces Historic Conowingo Dam Agreement to Promote Landmark Chesapeake Bay Restoration Efforts and Supercharge $...

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced a historic agreement with Constellation Energy to fund and implement operational improvements and environmental projects at the Conowingo Dam. The commitments—valued at more than $340 million and …

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Published on September 15, 2025 - 14:47 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment’s Assistant Secretary of Environmental Justice Honored with “Impact” Award

Atkinson has spearheaded effort to better collaborate and inform communities disproportionately impacted by pollution BALTIMORE (September 15, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is proud to announce that Assistant Secretary Aneca …

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Published on August 22, 2025 - 19:13 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Issues New Stormwater Permit for Transportation, Expanding Green Infrastructure and ...

Expanded permit requirements and additional actions advance climate resilience, clean water goals, and healthy communities BALTIMORE (August 22, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today released the next five-year stormwater discharge …

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Published on August 6, 2025 - 20:19 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $11 Million in Flood Resilience and Habitat Restoration Funding for Baltimore ...

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contact: Aimena Lipscomb aimena.lipscomb@maryland.gov (443) 979-0728 BALTIMORE (August 6, 2025) – The Maryland Board of Public Works today approved up to $11 million in funding for a major flood protection and habitat …

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Published on July 31, 2025 - 18:12 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Revokes 1,400 Lead Paint Inspection Certificates Issued by Suspended Inspector to Protect ...

Ensuring Kids are Free from Lead Exposure Helps Them Stay Healthy and Ready to Learn, Thrive, and Succeed in School and Life BALTIMORE (July 31, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is invalidating more than 1,400 lead inspection certificates …

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Published on July 29, 2025 - 21:50 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Issues Most Protective Permit With New Pollution Controls for CSX Coal Facility in Response ...

Company Required to Construct Windscreen to Limit Dust BALTIMORE (July 29, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today issued a new operating permit for the CSX Transportation coal facility in Curtis Bay. The new permit is one of the most …

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Published on July 18, 2025 - 20:54 GMT

Governor Moore Signs Executive Order to Advance Environmental Justice for Communities Burdened by Pollution

ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore yesterday signed an executive order establishing a more unified approach to promoting environmental justice in Maryland. The Valuing Opportunity, Inclusion, and Community Equity order will help foster a whole-of- …

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Published on July 16, 2025 - 15:03 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $27 Million in Clean Water Infrastructure Funding for Baltimore City and Kent, ...

Infrastructure investments part of $400 million supporting hundreds of local jobs, higher property values, public safety BALTIMORE (July 16, 2025) – The Maryland Board of Public Works today approved more than $27 million in funding to support water …

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Published on July 2, 2025 - 16:23 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $26 Million in Clean Water Infrastructure Funding for Safer, Cleaner, More ...

Infrastructure investments part of $400 million supporting hundreds of local jobs, higher property values, clean water and renewable energy goals BALTIMORE (July 2, 2025) – The Maryland Board of Public Works today approved more than $26 million in funding …

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Published on June 11, 2025 - 18:53 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $20 Million for Town of Hampstead to Mitigate “Forever Chemicals”

BALTIMORE (June 11, 2025) – The Maryland Board of Public Works today unanimously approved nearly $20 million in funding to support the Town of Hampstead’s efforts to address PFAS (per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances) contamination in its drinking water …

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Published on June 7, 2025 - 15:45 GMT

Governor Moore and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott Operational Update on Response to Diesel Fuel Spill in Harbor East

For immediate release: June 6, 2025 Contact: Brittany Marshall Brittany.Marshall2@maryland.gov Governor Moore and Baltimore City Mayor Brandon M. Scott Operational Update on Response to Diesel Fuel Spill in Harbor East ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore and …

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Published on May 23, 2025 - 16:00 GMT

U.S. Climate Alliance Governors Launch Affordable Clean Cars Coalition to Expand Americans’ Access to Newer and Cleaner Vehicles

WASHINGTON, D.C. – Today, the U.S. Climate Alliance announced the launch of the Affordable Clean Cars Coalition by 11 of its member governors to sustain America’s transition to cleaner and more affordable cars, support U.S. automotive manufacturers and …

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Published on May 8, 2025 - 23:57 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces Clean Water Funding for Talbot, Frederick, and Prince George’s Counties

Infrastructure investments of nearly $20 million support local jobs, improve property values BALTIMORE (May 8, 2025) – The Maryland Board of Public Works has approved nearly $20 million in funding to support major water infrastructure improvement projects …

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