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Published on May 14, 2026 - 17:53 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Issues Drought Warning for Large Areas of the State Due to Persistent Rainfall Deficits

No statewide water restrictions; Baltimore City announces voluntary water use restrictions; Warnings in effect for western, central and eastern Maryland, drought watch in southern Maryland BALTIMORE (May 14, 2026) – The Maryland Department of the …

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Published on April 14, 2026 - 00:11 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Investigating 32,000-Gallons of Jet Fuel Leaks at Joint Base Andrews

Pipe Isolated and Shut Down; Federal Facility Did Not Properly Report Leaks Over Several Months BALTIMORE (April 13, 2026) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is investigating leaks of roughly 32,000 gallons of jet fuel at the U.S. Air Force …

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Published on April 9, 2026 - 17:04 GMT

Attorney General, Maryland Department of Environment Secure $2.2 Million Settlement After Lead Paint from Baltimore Tower ...

BALTIMORE, MD — Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and Maryland Department of Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain, today announced a $2.2 million settlement and consent decree against the owner of a Baltimore broadcast tower and its contractor after lead …

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Published on April 2, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Recognized by U.S. Green Building Council for Climate Leadership

Building Decarbonization Division honored for organizational excellence BALTIMORE (April 2, 2026) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today announced that its Building Decarbonization Division, part of the Air & Radiation Administration’ …

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Published on March 25, 2026 - 14:14 GMT

Maryland Department of Environment Approves Air Permit for Frederick Data Center

Facility is Subject to Continued Oversight Under Clean Air Act BALTIMORE (March 25, 2026) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today issued a final determination approving an air quality permit for Amazon Data Services, Inc., authorizing the …

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Published on March 18, 2026 - 16:50 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $40 Million Investment in Lead Service Line Replacements

Funding will help modernize infrastructure, protect public health and support jobs in Prince George’s and Montgomery counties BALTIMORE (March 18, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today announced the approval of more than $40 …

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Published on March 10, 2026 - 14:15 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Lifts Precautionary Shellfish Harvesting Closure in Potomac River

Three weeks of water quality sampling show no effects from Potomac Interceptor collapse; Fishing is encouraged in Prince George’s County and points south BALTIMORE (March 10, 2026) — The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today announced that a …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 16:33 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Opens Public Comment Period for New Composting Facility General Permit

Existing Permit Extended to Receive Community Feedback BALTIMORE (March 5, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) is seeking public input on the renewal of the general permit for composting facilities. As part of the Department’s …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 15:56 GMT

Department of the Environment Seeks Public Comment on New Guide for Community Outreach and Participation

Policy Aims to Communicate Better With Citizens Living Near Industrial Facilities BALTIMORE (March 3, 2026) — The Maryland Department of the Environment today released a new document, “Public Participation: A Guide for Applicants Seeking Environmental …

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Published on February 25, 2026 - 21:23 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Releases Latest Sampling Results Maintaining Positive Shellfish Conditions After Potomac ...

Precautionary Harvesting Closure to be Lifted March 10; Water Quality Monitoring Ongoing BALTIMORE (February 25, 2026) — The Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE) today announced the results of recent water quality monitoring by the State that …

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Published on February 21, 2026 - 00:01 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Issues Update on Potomac Interceptor Support and Response

Maryland Supporting Regional Response to Potomac Interceptor Break Since January to Restore Service and Keep Our Waterways Protected Baltimore, MD (February 20, 2026) — On January 19, a section of the Potomac Interceptor—a large sewer pipe that is owned …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 13:32 GMT

Lead Paint Inspector Sentenced for Falsifying Lead Paint Certificates and Operating Radiation Machine Without a License

BALTIMORE, MD – Attorney General Anthony G. Brown announced today that Rodney Barkley, a Maryland-certified Lead Paint Inspector and principal operator of Green Environmental, LLC, was sentenced to 5 years, all suspended, and 2 years of supervised …

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Published on January 28, 2026 - 22:31 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces $29 Million in Funding to Support Key Water Infrastructure Projects in Baltimore ...

Funding approved for improvements at Patapsco Wastewater Treatment Plant and connecting homes on Southern Kent Island to public sewer lines BALTIMORE (January 28, 2026) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today announced the Board of Public Works …

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Published on December 27, 2025 - 07:16 GMT

Maryland Attorney General’s Office and Maryland Department of Environment Obtain Settlement Concerning 2021 Diesel Fuel Release in ...

BALTIMORE, MD (December 26, 2025) – Attorney General Anthony G. Brown and Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain announced today that the Circuit Court for Frederick County has entered a Consent Decree between the Maryland Department of …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 20:24 GMT

Attorney General Brown Announces Nearly $150 Million Settlement with Mercedes-Benz USA and Daimler AG Over Emissions Fraud

Mercedes/Daimler Accused of Misleading Consumers Regarding Vehicle Emissions in Violation of Maryland Consumer Protection and Environmental Laws BALTIMORE, MD – Attorney General Anthony G. Brown today announced a $149,673,750 settlement with Mercedes-Benz …

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Published on December 22, 2025 - 18:06 GMT

Baltimore City, Baltimore County, and State of Maryland Announce Regional Water Governance Model Work Group Members

Mission is to identify efficiencies and improve affordability BALTIMORE (December 22, 2025) – A new 13-member Baltimore regional work group has been formed to come up with a better governance structure for water systems to fit the modern needs and better …

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Published on December 17, 2025 - 15:23 GMT

Maryland’s 5 Million Trees Program Surpasses 1.5 Million Trees Planted

More than 555,330 Added in FY2025 Toward 2031 Goal BALTIMORE (December 17, 2025) – Maryland’s 5 Million Trees program has reached more than 1.5 million native trees planted, marking a major milestone and reflecting strong momentum toward reaching the state …

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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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