Read more about the article Forever Maryland Foundation Announces 2021 Conference
Agriculture / Environment / Planning and Zoning
Forever Maryland Foundation Announces 2021 Conference

The Forever Maryland Foundation will hold its 2021 Maryland Land Conservation Conference – “Preserving with a Purpose” – on July 13th & 14th at Ripken Stadium, in Aberdeen, MD.  “The COVID-19 pandemic has led to a dramatic increase of individuals seeking to be in and among nature and to truly appreciate its benefits. Coming out of this global health crisis, we hope to build on the appreciation for nature and natural resources – and to…

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April 30, 2021
Read more about the article Maryland Counties Celebrate Earth Day 2021
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Maryland Counties Celebrate Earth Day 2021

Counties across the state celebrated earth day by bringing attention to environmental concerns, highlighting the efforts by local communities to make improvements, and announcing new actions. https://twitter.com/CarrollCoMD/status/1385187030448148481 https://twitter.com/MontgomeryCoMD/status/1385201826383896577 https://twitter.com/CharlesCoMD/status/1385226678138507269 https://twitter.com/HarfordCountyMD/status/1385201721950064641 Yesterday, Baltimore County announced several new measures to transition to more renewable energy. https://twitter.com/BaltCoExec/status/1384923962208030723 https://twitter.com/FrederickCoMD/status/1385224461352259586

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April 22, 2021
Read more about the article Biden Administration Pledges to Cut Emissions in Half by 2030
Energy / Environment / NACo and Federal Issues
Biden Administration Pledges to Cut Emissions in Half by 2030

Today, President Joe Biden announced an aggressive new target for greenhouse gas emission reductions. The United States will aim to reduce emissions by 50-52 percent below 2005 levels by 2030. The President made the announcement during the Leaders Summit on Climate held on Earth Day. The Administration is looking to decarbonize the energy and transportation sectors through increased investment and strategic planning with a focus on kickstarting more domestic jobs. The new emissions reduction target…

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April 22, 2021
Read more about the article Baltimore County Sets Ambitious Renewable Energy Goal, Announces New Actions
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Baltimore County Sets Ambitious Renewable Energy Goal, Announces New Actions

Today, Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski announced a new goal to reach 100 percent clean energy by 2026. “We’re proud to be taking a bold step forward to ensure Baltimore County remains a statewide leader in renewable energy and helps build a greener and cleaner future for our communities," Olszewski said. “Climate change poses one of the most significant threats to our long-term health and prosperity. That is why we are thankful for this partnership…

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April 21, 2021
Read more about the article Prince George’s Ramps Up Litter Reduction and Cleanup Efforts
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Prince George’s Ramps Up Litter Reduction and Cleanup Efforts

Prince George's County Executive Angela Alsobrooks has announced plans to tackle littering and illegal dumping in the county through new initiatives and community partnerships.  Between illegally placed advertisement signs in median strips to trash thrown from car windows, counties are grappling with litter issues. Last week during a press conference, Prince George's County rolled out a few new tactics. The County will appoint a "litter czar," and refer illegal dumping cases to the state’s attorney’s…

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April 19, 2021
Read more about the article Montgomery County’s 2021 Energy Summit Announces Session Schedule
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Montgomery County’s 2021 Energy Summit Announces Session Schedule

Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the US Green Building Council National Capital Region have announced the preliminary schedule of the virtual 2021 Montgomery County Energy Summit. The Summit’s 2021 theme is “Resiliency, from Building to Community,” and will build upon the County's goal to reach net zero carbon emissions by 2035. The Summit will explore strategies, technologies and case studies. This year's Summit is a forum for the community to discuss ways…

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April 8, 2021
Read more about the article Baltimore County to Convert 15-Acre Industrial Site to Public Park
Parks and Recreation
Baltimore County to Convert 15-Acre Industrial Site to Public Park

Sparrows Point Park could include a renewable energy powered community center, synthetic turf field, 10,000-square foot playground, and public pier. Baltimore County is poised to create its first new park in more than six years. The Olszewski administration is following through on its early actions working to secure funding and begin planning the project. From the article: “We’ve had more support, more funding and really more interest from [Olszewski’s] administration than we’ve ever had before…

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April 8, 2021
Read more about the article State Settles Lawsuit With Luke Paper Mill
Environment
State Settles Lawsuit With Luke Paper Mill

Maryland Attorney General Brian Frosh and Secretary of the Environment Ben Grumbles today announced a settlement with the owners of the Luke Paper Mill. Under the terms of the settlement, Verso Luke LLC and its parent company, Verso Corporation will have to continue investigating the source of seepages, remediate the discharge, and pay a civil penalty of $650,000.  The lawsuit began last year after reports that "black liquor," a sludge byproduct of paper production, was…

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April 1, 2021
Read more about the article Washington County Commissioners Appoint New Environmental Director
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Washington County Commissioners Appoint New Environmental Director

Earlier this week the Washington County Board of County Commissioners announced the appointment of Mark Bradshaw as Director of the Division of Environmental Management. Bradshaw will lead Solid Waste & Recycling, Water Quality, and the Clean County Initiative. He has served Washington County Government for the past 22 years, most recently as Deputy Director of Engineering Services. From the press release: Bradshaw graduated from Wilkes University earning a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Engineering. He…

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April 1, 2021
Read more about the article Calvert Establishes Veterans Affairs Commission
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Calvert Establishes Veterans Affairs Commission

The Calvert Board of County Commissioners (BOCC) has established a Veterans Affairs Commission to advise on issues affecting veterans and promote support services in the county. The Board unanimously approved the measure at their March 23rd meeting.  The new commission will work with the BOCC as well as other public and private entities to ensure representation of veterans in employment, education, training and public programs throughout the county. “Calvert County has strong and proud ties…

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March 26, 2021
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