Maryland to gain $9 million dollars in grants to benefit water restoration

MARYLAND – The Environmental Protection Agency, and National Fish and Wildlife Foundation, among other programs, have announced over $9 million in grants to support water quality across the Chesapeake Bay.

2024 marks 25 years in the partnership between the NFWF and EPA who continually advance efforts to protect and restore the Bay. The Chesapeake Bay Trust, Program Manager, Sarah Koser said the benefit of these projects would provide long-term water benefits.

“Completing these water quality projects across the Chesapeake Bay, are all these small pieces, puzzle pieces in place in the upland areas, trying to capture and treat stormwater before it gets down to where you on the eastern shore.” Said Koser.

Over 5 organizations were awarded the money and will split the proceeds. The funds will help engage farmers, agricultural producers, community-based organizations, homeowners, churches, and businesses to improve local water quality and the health of the Chesapeake Bay.