Ortiz, Schafer and Kessler Bring Federal Experience BALTIMORE (February 28, 2025) – Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain today announced the appointment of three members to executive positions in the agency who bring a wealth of …
$4.5 million for businesses, nonprofits, government BALTIMORE (February 10, 2025) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today announced the grant application period is now open for $4.5 million to support the installation of electric vehicle …
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Media contact: Dave Abrams dave.abrams1@maryland.gov 443-571-8779 “All of government” approach includes energy efficiency, workforce development BALTIMORE (December 20, 2024) – The Maryland Department of Environment today released …
Water conservation encouraged; Area served by Baltimore City public water system still showing normal conditions BALTIMORE (Nov. 18, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is issuing drought watches and warnings across the state and urging …
Multi-agency program encourages individuals and businesses to plant trees to reduce air pollution and meet climate goals BALTIMORE (Nov. 13, 2024) – The Maryland Department of Environment’s “5 Million Trees” campaign has been named a MUSE Creative Awards …
COP29 presents opportunity to highlight Maryland climate progress, build international partnerships BALTIMORE (Nov. 8, 2024) — Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain will attend the annual global summit on climate change known as …
Funding supports transition from diesel buses to electric for cleaner air, reduced greenhouse gas emissions BALTIMORE (Oct. 29, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is now accepting applications for $3 million in state grants to purchase new …
Oct. 20-26 is Lead Poisoning Prevention Week; Maryland celebrates pioneering law BALTIMORE (Oct. 21, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today celebrated the 30th anniversary of the law establishing the state’s lead poisoning prevention …
Requires regular water quality testing in Jones Falls, investigation into source of discharges, and corrective actions including possible demolition of facility BALTIMORE (Sept. 25, 2024) – Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain …
Sessions set for Eastern Shore, Western Maryland to hear ideas from the community on permit renewal to be issued next year BALTIMORE (Sept. 12, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment today announced a series of four listening sessions will be …
Developer, Homebuilder Contractor Directed to Restore Damage to Waterways BALTIMORE (Sept. 6, 2024) – The Office of the Attorney General today, on behalf of the Maryland Department of the Environment, filed a complaint in Harford County Circuit Court …
Failure to obtain permits and install controls resulted in increased emissions of ground-level ozone pollutant; Agreement includes penalty, requirements to reduce carbon emissions, environmental projects for the City of Salisbury BALTIMORE (July 31, 2024) …
No Mandatory Water Use Restrictions in Place But Voluntary Reductions Encouraged BALTIMORE (July 23, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is urging citizens and businesses in large parts of the state to voluntarily reduce their water usage as …
ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Wes Moore today announced $130 million in Climate Pollution Reduction Grants awards from the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency that will help Maryland become one of the greenest states in the nation and support the creation of …
Proposed Building Energy Performance Standards require net zero emissions by 2030 for buildings as required by the Climate Solutions Now Act BALTIMORE (July 15, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment will hold a series of public outreach …
No Mandatory Water Use Restrictions in Place But Voluntary Reductions Encouraged BALTIMORE (July 11, 2024) – The Maryland Department of the Environment is urging citizens and businesses in a large part of the state to voluntarily reduce their water usage …
Members Save $83 Million Through Green Practices in 15th Year of Program BALTIMORE (June 21, 2024) – Maryland Department of the Environment Secretary Serena McIlwain last night presented awards to Maryland Green Registry members that are making Maryland …
Published: 6/4/2024 ANNAPOLIS, MD—Governor Wes Moore today signed an executive order to advance Maryland’s Climate Pollution Reduction Plan. The order—one of the most comprehensive on climate change issued by a Maryland governor—directs a whole-of- …
Online tool makes it easy to beat the heat BALTIMORE (May 23, 2024) – With the summer swimming season about to kick off, the Maryland Department of the Environment is urging the public to use our online water quality tool before jumping into your favorite …
Published: 4/22/2024 ANNAPOLIS, MD – Governor Wes Moore today visited the Maryland Department of the Environment’s headquarters in Baltimore in celebration of Earth Day. During the visit, the governor discussed the agency’s work to combat climate change, …
