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Statement on Clean Water Programs in Virginia’s Budget

December 18, 2017

(RICHMOND, VA)—Virginia Governor Terry McAuliffe today released his proposed budget for 2019 and 2020.

This Week in the Watershed: Healthy Communities, Healthy Bay

December 15, 2017

It's no coincidence that what's good for water quality is often good for public health. And in Baltimore, one facility stands in the way of both.

CBF Issues Statement on Pollution Assessment

December 14, 2017

(ANNAPOLIS, MD)—Following the release of the Chesapeake Bay Program's pollution assessment, Beth McGee, Chesapeake Bay Foundation Director of Science and Agricultural Policy, issued this statement.

CBF Statement on Appointment of Matt Strickler to Virginia Secretary of Natural Resources

December 14, 2017

(RICHMOND, VA)—Governor-elect Ralph Northam today nominated Matt Strickler to become the next Virginia Secretary of Natural Resources. CBF Virginia Assistant Director Peggy Sanner released the following statement.

CBF Statement on Atlantic Coast Pipeline Certification

December 12, 2017

(RICHMOND, VA)—Citing the need for additional information, Virginia's State Water Control Board today voted to delay draft water quality certification for the Atlantic Coast Pipeline.

CBF Statement on the Passing of Macon Brock

December 11, 2017

(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)—-Harry Lester, Chairman of the Chesapeake Bay Foundation Board of Trustees, issued the following statement on the passing of his close personal friend Macon Brock this weekend.  

Webinar to Cover How to Make a Difference in Virginia’s General Assembly

December 8, 2017

(RICHMOND, VA)—The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is offering a free online workshop on Dec. 13 on how anyone can advocate for clean water and the environment during the upcoming Virginia General Assembly session.

Charlottesville Invests in a Cleaner Rivanna River

December 6, 2017

CBF volunteer, Doug DeGood details the clean water benefits of a new wastewater facility at Moores Creek in Charlottesville, VA.

Chesapeake Bay Foundation to Honor Virginia Wesleyan University

December 6, 2017

(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)–The Chesapeake Bay Foundation announced today that it will honor Virginia Wesleyan University in Virginia Beach for its leadership and commitment to educating the next generation of Chesapeake Bay leaders.

We're Half Way There: Glenn and Arlene Reid

December 5, 2017

The newborn calf was in trouble. It was born on a steep hillside, and every time the calf would try to get up his mother would nudge him and knock him down.

Lafayette River Oyster Survey Shows Thriving Reefs

December 4, 2017

(NORFOLK, VA)–Oysters planted on constructed reefs in the Lafayette River are reproducing and thriving, according to the results of a recent survey by the Chesapeake Bay Foundation.

This Week in the Watershed: A Remarkable Day of Giving

December 1, 2017

In what's becoming an annual tradition, a motley crew of brave (or crazy?) CBF staffers plunged into the frigid waters of the Chesapeake Bay for the third consecutive year as a thank you to the hundreds of generous CBF members who gave on Giving Tuesday.

Grateful Dead-Zone: Thank You for Not Growing

November 30, 2017

Will the real hypoxia (aka "dead zone") results please stand up?

Now's Not the Time for EPA to Repeal Rule Reducing Carbon Emissions

November 29, 2017

As promised, the Trump administration has acted to repeal the Clean Power Plan, the Obama era rule aimed at reducing carbon emissions.

Real Recyclable Christmas Trees Help the Environment and Economy

November 29, 2017

(RICHMOND, VA)–When considering a Christmas tree this season, the Chesapeake Bay Foundation in Virginia urges you to help the environment and local economy by buying a real tree and recycling it after the holidays.

Volunteers Needed to Remove Invasive Species in Hopewell

November 27, 2017

(HOPEWELL, VA)–Volunteers can save trees and native plants by removing invasive species in Hopewell City Park on the morning of Saturday, Dec. 9, with the Chesapeake Bay Foundation and the City of Hopewell.

Volunteers and Restaurants Needed to Pitch In for Oyster Restoration

November 21, 2017

(HAMPTON ROADS, VA)—The Chesapeake Bay Foundation is seeking additional restaurants and volunteers in Hampton Roads to pitch in to restore the native oyster population during Virginia oyster month this November.

CBF Applauds Senate Appropriations Subcommittee for Fully Funding the Chesapeake Bay Program

November 20, 2017

(ANNAPOLIS, MD)—Chesapeake Bay Foundation President William C. Baker today applauded the Senate Appropriations Subcommittee on Interior, Environment, and Related Agencies for fully funding the Chesapeake Bay Program.

This Week in the Watershed: Bunker Battle Continues

November 17, 2017

The message was loud, clear, and nearly unanimous. More than 127,000 individuals submitted comments to the Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission, and when they were tallied, a resounding 99.6 percent were in support of an ecosystem-based approach to menhaden management.

On Third Anniversary, CBF's Brock Environmental Center Inspires

November 16, 2017

(VIRGINIA BEACH, VA)—As the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's Brock Environmental Center marks its third year, the building continues to surpass expectations for sustainability and has become an environmental hub for the community.

On Third Anniversary, CBF's Brock Environmental Center Inspires

November 16, 2017

As the Chesapeake Bay Foundation's (CBF) Brock Environmental Center marks its third year, the building continues to surpass expectations for sustainability and has become an environmental hub for the community.

CBF Issues Statement on Senator Van Hollen’s RCPP Bill

November 16, 2017

(ANNAPOLIS, MD)—Chesapeake Bay Foundation President William C. Baker issued this statement concerning legislation introduced today by Senator Chris Van Hollen and co-sponsored by Senators from across the watershed.

CBF Statement on ASMFC Menhaden Actions This Week

November 15, 2017

(LINTHICUM, MD)—The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission’s Menhaden Management Board took the following actions on Monday and Tuesday.

VIMS Study Identifies Tipping Point for Oyster Restoration

November 13, 2017

CBF Statement on Petition to Reconsider FERC Pipeline Decision

November 13, 2017

(RICHMOND, VA)—Today, the Southern Environmental Law Center, Chesapeake Bay Foundation, and 19 other organizations and individuals filed a petition with the Federal Energy Regulatory Commission asking the agency to reconsider its approval of the Atlantic Coast Pipeline, which occurred last month in a 2 to 1 vote.