Maryland Department of the Environment Press Releases - EIN Presswire

Published on March 7, 2025 - 15:52 GMT

Five Maryland Watersheds Selected for Whole Watershed Act Grant Funding To Support Environmental Restoration and Economic ...

Spread across the state, watershed-scale programs will start next phase of restoration in Maryland, benefitting habitats and local communities Antietam Creek crossed by Burnside Bridge in Sharpsburg, Washington County. Photo by C. Witt, submitted to the …

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Published on March 5, 2025 - 16:12 GMT

Maryland Department of Environment Announces $47 Million in Clean Water Commerce Funding for Chesapeake Bay Health, Economy and ...

Grants award pay-for-success projects to reduce pollution, improve tourism and seafood industry BALTIMORE (March 5, 2025) – The Maryland Department of Environment (MDE) today announced that 15 projects have been selected to receive $47 million in Clean …

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Published on February 28, 2025 - 19:43 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Announces New Additions to Executive Leadership Team

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 …

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Published on February 10, 2025 - 15:21 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Opens Applications for Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure Grants

$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 …

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Published on December 20, 2024 - 20:08 GMT

Maryland Department of Environment Releases 25 Agency Climate Plans to Meet Greenhouse Gas Reduction Targets

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 …

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Published on November 18, 2024 - 19:20 GMT

Maryland Department of Environment Expands Drought Watches and Warnings Across the State

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 …

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Published on November 13, 2024 - 16:08 GMT

Maryland Department of Environment’s “5 Million Trees” Campaign Awarded for Effective Advertising

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 …

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Published on November 8, 2024 - 18:46 GMT

Secretary McIlwain Joins Leaders at World Climate Conference

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 …

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Published on October 29, 2024 - 14:21 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Opens Application Period for Grants to Purchase Electric School Buses

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 …

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Published on October 21, 2024 - 19:43 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Promotes Education on 30th Anniversary of Lead Poisoning Prevention

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 …

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Published on September 25, 2024 - 17:28 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment, Fleischmann’s Vinegar Company Agree to $1.1 Million Settlement for Water Pollution ...

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 …

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Published on September 12, 2024 - 15:08 GMT

Listening Sessions Scheduled to Seek Public Input on Next Statewide Animal Feeding Operations Permit

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 …

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Published on September 6, 2024 - 14:40 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment, Attorney General File Complaint Against Ridgely’s Reserve for Water Pollution Violations

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 …

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Published on July 31, 2024 - 15:01 GMT

Maryland Department of Environment and Perdue AgriBusiness Agree to $12 Million Settlement for Violations at Salisbury Soybean ...

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 …

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Published on July 23, 2024 - 14:51 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Encourages Water Conservation with Drought Watch for Western Maryland

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 …

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Published on July 22, 2024 - 18:18 GMT

Governor Moore Announces More Than $130 Million in Federal Grants to Support Maryland’s Climate Goals and Create Green Jobs

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 …

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Published on July 15, 2024 - 14:53 GMT

Maryland Department of Environment Announces Series of Outreach Sessions about Building Decarbonization Regulation

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 …

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Published on July 11, 2024 - 14:30 GMT

Maryland Department of the Environment Encourages Water Conservation with Drought Watch for Eastern Shore

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 …

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Published on June 21, 2024 - 15:13 GMT

Maryland Green Registry Sustainability Leadership Awards Features Climate Trailblazers

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 …

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Published on June 5, 2024 - 13:22 GMT

Governor Moore Signs Executive Order to Advance Maryland’s Pollution Reduction Plan

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- …

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