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Clean Water Action Maryland

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Working to empower people to take action to protect America's waters, build healthy communities, and to make democracy work for all of us. cleanwater.org/MD

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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 16h
The people have the power! After years of pollution violations documented by South Baltimore Community Land Trust & partners, the medical waste incinerator in South Baltimore will be closing within a year. A big victory for public health and community power in Baltimore!
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Troubled Baltimore incinerator will stop burning medical waste under state deal
A state investigation uncovered rampant environmental violations at the South Baltimore incinerator.
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Marc Korman @mkorman.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Essential water use alert due to our power issue at the Potomac filtration plant. www.wsscwater.com/news/2026/se...
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Urgent Request – 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, September 29, 2026: Essential Water Use Only Issued for All WSSC Water Customers; Power Outage at Potomac Water Filtration Plant | WSSC Water
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Montgomery Community Media @mymcmedia.bsky.social · 29/09/2026
Effective 8:45 a.m. Tuesday, WSSC Water urges all customers in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties to use water for essential purposes only due to a power outage at the Potomac water filtration plant. bit.ly/46PTgN6
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WSSC urges essential water use only due to power outage at Potomac filtration plant
WSSC urges customers in Montgomery/PG counties to use water for essential purposes only due to an outage at the Potomac water plant.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 25/09/2026
Next Thursday is a critical opportunity to speak out against air pollution from the BRESCO trash incinerator: the public hearing on its application to renew its air pollution permit. RSVP here to speak out against the incinerator's toxic pollution: docs.google.com/forms/d/1FuZ...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 23/09/2026
JOIN US TOMORROW! Is your BGE heating bill too high? Do you think we should use cleaner energy? Us too! 📅 Join us tomorrow, Thursday 9/24 from 6-7pm for a virtual meeting to learn how YOU can make a difference at an important hearing on the Future of Gas. Save your seat ➡️ bit.ly/fog924
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 22/09/2026
The Baltimore County Council is scheduled to vote TONIGHT on a new contract to keep burning the County's trash at the incinerator in Baltimore City - for 10 more years! Tell the County Council to vote NO on this contract and invest in #ZeroWaste: act.cleanwater.org/page/200906/...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 17/09/2026
Today, we're with the People's Environmental Justice Advisory Council for the People's Hearing. Even when government isn't listening, we're speaking out for environmental justice, clean water, clean air, and sustainable communities. 📣 📣 📣
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 14/09/2026
TONIGHT! Join us in Towson to talk trash with the Baltimore County Green Alliance:
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 09/09/2026
Baltimore County, big decisions are coming up about trash incineration. Join us at the Baltimore County Green Alliance on Monday night in Towson for "How to sustainably solve our solid waste challenges!" More info and RSVP here: act.cleanwater.org/page/200216/...
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Baltimore County Green Alliance meeting
Join us on 9/14 in Towson for "How to sustainably solve our solid waste challenges!"
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 08/09/2026
The White House shut it down. We’re bringing it back — louder! On September 17, the National People’s Hearing Tour is coming to Bowie. Communities are uniting, testifying, and building the movement for change! Join us there: form.jotform.com/262106078924...
"Maryland: Your voice belongs on the record. Bowie, MD. September 17, 2026."
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Clean Water Action @cleanh2oaction.bsky.social · 20/08/2026
Safer States highlights bipartisan efforts cutting toxic chemicals and plastic pollution. Clean Water Action leads NJ with the strongest 'Skip the Stuff' law! www.saferstates.org/insights/states… #StatesInTheLead
View of a government building with a golden dome, representing state leadership in toxic chemicals and plastics policy for 2026.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 19/08/2026
"Every stopgap meant to hold the notorious chemical company W.R. Grace accountable failed," writes Shamieka Preston, Howard County resident and co-facilitator of the Stop Grace Coalition. "Community members must be heard because our children are breathing this air now." www.ejji.org/op-ed-i-move...
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OP-ED: "I Moved to Columbia to Keep My Kids Safe. Now a Plastics Incinerator Is Operating Less than 400 Feet From My Home."
EJJI fosters a diverse community of journalists and supporters working towards environmental change in Baltimore, MD, and beyond.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 17/08/2026
"BGE has a monopoly... Currently, ratepayers shoulder this large financial burden and pay extra each month only to fill the company’s balance sheet... It’s way past time to say no to these large profits and it’s high time to bring down the utility bills of the area’s hard-working residents." 📣 📣 📣
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Most people get by on less than a 10.4% return on their investments, BGE can do it, too - Maryland Matters
Most investors would be thrilled to earn a 10.4% return on investment, but that's the "bare minimum" Baltimore Gas and Electric says it needs to survive in its latest rate filing. It's nothing but a m...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 13/08/2026
About 35% of Montgomery County residents experience food insecurity or lack consistent access to fresh, healthy food. Food donation gets food that could have been wasted to people who need it - and out of the landfill. #ZeroWaste Bravo, DC Food Rescue!
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Follow the food: How MoCo leftovers get rescued, redistributed to those in need
As Montgomery County’s food insecurity rate climbs, DC Food Rescue is helping turn restaurant surplus into fresh meals
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 11/08/2026
We were in front of BGE's headquarters this morning to say: Stop the rate hikes! Join the call & tell our utility regulators at the Public Service Commission to reject BGE’s 💰 grab just before their first hearing on the rate increase: bit.ly/noBGEratehike
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 10/08/2026
TOMORROW! Join us in front of BGE headquarters to rally against yet another BGE rate hike. RSVP to let us know you're coming: act.cleanwater.org/page/196190/...
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Advance Maryland @advancemaryland.org · 04/08/2026
🚨 BGE is failing on customer service, safety, and reliability – now they are asking for ANOTHER rate hike and to lock in a higher profit rate. Tell the our utility regulators to stop wasteful spending and reject BGEs request for higher profits. Sign the petition – bit.ly/noBGEratehike
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 03/08/2026
For >2 years, communities in Columbia have been fighting against WR Grace’s new pyrolysis plastic incineration facility. Recently, Grace submitted an application to permanently operate this plastic pyrolysis facility, and MDE is not required to take public comment on it. Take action now!
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Demand a public hearing on a new polluting facility!
For more than two years in Columbia, MD, communities have been fighting against W.R. Grace & Co chemical company’s pyrolysis plastic incineration facility. Demand a public hearing on its permit to ope...
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Advance Maryland @advancemaryland.org · 22/07/2026
📣 Join us for a rally to STOP the BGE rate hike – outside of BGE HQ on Tues, Aug 11 at 10. We’ll be telling our utility regulators at the Public Service Commission to reject BGE’s 💰 grab just before their first hearing on the rate increase. We’ll have ☕️,🚰, and 🍩 to share! RSVP → bit.ly/bgerally
A red, black, and white flyer for a protest rally. The top half has a black background with the words "RALLY TO" in bold red letters on a white banner, followed by a red stop sign graphic next to the words "THE BGE RATE HIKE" in bold white letters. The bottom half has a solid red background with white text reading: "Tuesday, August 11th at 10 am. BGE Headquarters – Center Plaza, 110 W Fayette Street, Baltimore, 21201. Tell our utility regulators to reject BGE's money grab – join us for a rally before the first hearing on the rate increase! RSVP – bit.ly/bgerally."
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Clean Water Action @cleanh2oaction.bsky.social · 30/07/2026
Looking to make an impact this #PlasticFreeJuly? Join Clean Water Action & Fund's ReThink Disposable network to build healthier communities! www.cleanwater.org/rethink-disposable-community
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ReThink Disposable - Community
We wouldn't be successful without a movement of ReThink Disposable champions and leaders to bring about change in their communities. Here's how you can take ACTION now and be the change you want to see in the world!
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 28/07/2026
Across the country, communities are proving that reuse works: from restaurants reducing waste to schools switching away from single-use foodware. See how communities are making an impact this #PlasticFreeJuly. cleanwater.org/author/rethink-disposable-case-studies #ReThinkDisposable
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ReThink Disposable Case Studies
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 15/07/2026
Want to learn more about how communities around the world are redirecting money from polluters toward Zero Waste projects in EJ communities - including here in MD? Join us next Wednesday 7/22 at the @gaiazerowaste.bsky.social Zero Waste Strategy Lab! RSVP here: us06web.zoom.us/meeting/regi...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 14/07/2026
Time is running out! Just 2 years ago, EPA finalized drinking water standards for toxic #PFAS, a major step forward for protecting public health Now, the Trump EPA is proposing to roll back those protections. Tell EPA Don't Weaken Drinking Water Protections! act.cleanwater.org/page/193590/...
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Clean Water Action @cleanh2oaction.bsky.social · 13/07/2026
🌎 Stop trash before it starts. #ReThinkDisposable partners prevent 28M+ single-use foodware items and 277,390 lbs of waste each year, while saving nearly $745K. Choose reuse this #PlasticFreeJuly! ♻️ cleanwater.org/2026/07/07/stop-tras…
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 01/07/2026
Happy #PlasticFreeJuly! All month long, celebrate freedom from single-use plastic ♻️ From reusable cups and plates to refillable drink stations and sustainable decorations, small swaps can make a big difference for our waterways. Read more: cleanwater.org/2026/06/30/h... #ReThinkDisposable
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How to Host a Plastic-Free 4th of July
We're excited to kick off Plastic Free July! As families and friends gather for Fourth of July celebrations, BBQs, picnics, and beach days, it's the perfect time to think about simple ways we can redu...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 22/06/2026
Last year, MD lawmakers passed a bill to require gas utilities to prioritize SAFETY – not PROFITS – in their gas pipeline replacement. This would lower our bills and keep us safe. But gas utilities aren’t following the law. It’s time for the Public Service Commission to intervene! 👇
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 18/06/2026
One week from today! Join us for our virtual Annual Member Meeting as we reflect on the state of our democracy and prepare for one of the most consequential election seasons in recent memory. RSVP here: act.cleanwater.org/page/193352/...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 17/06/2026
Just 2 weeks are left before #Baltimore City’s budget deadline, and the City Council is still considering potential amendments. They have the opportunity to fully fund the City’s first #compost facility, and they need to hear from you - take action today! act.cleanwater.org/page/192431/...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
Stop EPA from weakening wastewater pollution limits for coal! EPA's proposed rollback could mean the continued release of up to 601 million pounds of harmful pollution, like arsenic and mercury, into US waterways each year. Submit your comment against this now! act.cleanwater.org/page/192152/...
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Clean Water Action @cleanh2oaction.bsky.social · 16/06/2026
🌈 This month, Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund are celebrating Pride! The LGBTQIA+ community is essential to the Environmental Justice movement, and we're proud to support an inclusive community all year long. Happy Pride! 🏳️‍🌈💗 #PrideMonth #EnvironmentalJustice
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 15/06/2026
Important elections news! We're endorsing Clean Water champions in #Baltimore County & #Frederick County. Don't forget to vote - now with Early Voting, or on election day on 6/23! Baltimore County: cleanwater.org/2026/06/05/b... Frederick County: cleanwater.org/2026/06/05/f...
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Baltimore Brew @baltimorebrew.bsky.social · 04/06/2026
A fuel oil spill that had Curtis Bay residents gagging yesterday adds to community resentment about the source - a petroleum recovery company that experienced a fatal fire in 2022 and now wants to expand - too close to homes and a school, these South Baltimore residents say. tinyurl.com/2hp7awv4
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Curtis Bay fuel oil spill adds to community resentment about a petroleum recovery company that wants to expand | Baltimore Brew
PMI, whose Curtis Avenue location experienced a fatal fire in 2022 and was cited for multiple pollution violations, now wants to install tanks at another location.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Everyone deserves clean water, safe products, and healthy communities. That’s why advocates from the Alliance for Health and Safe Chemicals are on Capitol Hill urging Congress to protect #TSCA, our nation’s main chemical safety law. @alsobrooks.senate.gov
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 03/06/2026
Frederick County has purchased land to expand its #composting capacity & #compost food scraps - a great step forward for #ZeroWaste! Kip Kelley, deputy solid waste director, said the county is also reminding the public that "the gold standard for handling your food waste is to compost at home."
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County buys 138 acres to expand composting program in future
The Frederick County government has purchased 138 acres next to the county landfill to expand its compost program to include food waste in two or three years.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
Right now, the #Baltimore City Council is considering the city's budget for Fiscal Year 2027 - and critical funding for a #compost facility is missing from the Mayor's proposal. Take action today: email Mayor Scott and the City Council to fund #ZeroWaste! act.cleanwater.org/page/192431/...
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Tell the Baltimore City Council: invest in Zero Waste!
Take action! Contact the City Council and the Mayor to ask for a budget amendment to be able to complete Baltimore City's first compost facility on time.
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Clean Water Action @cleanh2oaction.bsky.social · 01/06/2026
🌈🌈Happy Pride Month from the team at Clean Water Action & Clean Water Fund!🌈🌈 We continue to stand in solidarity with the LGBTQIA+ community – our colleagues, friends, and supporters – this #PrideMonth and beyond. 🏳️‍🌈💗 Stay tuned here for special spotlights all month long!🌈
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Montgomery County (MD) Department of Transportation - Ride On @rideonmct.bsky.social · 28/05/2026
If gas prices have you rethinking your commute… ⛽🤔 Swap the pump for a Ride On route. 🚍 Clean buses, smooth trips, happy riders. Explore our schedules here: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/departme…
A man boards a Ride On bus at a sunny bus stop promoting affordable, eco-friendly travel amid high gas prices.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
We can't allow the EPA make it easier for coal-fired power plants to pollute our rivers, lakes, and streams. Take action today to protect our waterways from toxic #coal plant pollution! #ProtectCleanWater act.cleanwater.org/page/192152/
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Tell EPA: Protect our Waterways from Toxic Coal Plant Pollution
EPA is rolling back Clean Water Act protections and allowing more toxic pollution from coal-fired power plants into our waterways. Communities, drinking water, and public health are at risk. Tell EPA ...
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Chesapeake Physicians for Social Responsibility @chesapeakepsr.bsky.social · 27/05/2026
The air pollution from coal, oil, and gas kills 5-8 million people every year, and disables or sickens millions more. As healthcare workers, we see the impacts of this pollution in our offices every day. 1/6
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Take action! Protect our waterways from toxic coal plant pollution against yesterday's new proposed federal rollback: act.cleanwater.org/page/192152/...
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Tell EPA: Protect our Waterways from Toxic Coal Plant Pollution
EPA is rolling back Clean Water Act protections and allowing more toxic pollution from coal-fired power plants into our waterways. Communities, drinking water, and public health are at risk. Tell EPA ...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 19/05/2026
Yesterday, the EPA released a proposed rule rolling back critical wastewater pollution standards for coal-fired power plants. Let’s be clear: this is a giveaway to the coal industry that will allow more toxic pollution into our waterways. Our statement: cleanwater.org/releases/cle...
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Clean Water Action and Clean Water Fund's Statement on EPA’s Proposal to Weaken Water Pollution Requirements for Coal Plants
Today, the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) released a proposed rule rolling back critical wastewater pollution standards for coal-fired power plants.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 14/05/2026
Tonight! Join us at City Hall to speak out on Baltimore City's proposed Fiscal Year 2027 budget and call for investment in composting and other #ZeroWaste needs. Let us know you're coming (and get your talking points) here! act.cleanwater.org/page/191398/...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 08/05/2026
We're proud to be among 20 orgs supporting important charter amendments to improve the #Baltimore budget process and give the people more tools to shape the budget! Read the letter here: cleanwater.org/2026/05/08/2...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
By increasing the soil’s ability to absorb & hold water, compost supports smarter water use, reduces runoff, & builds more resilient landscapes. Here in MD, we won grant funding for on-farm composting systems in #mdga26, & we're still working to #FeedTheSoil with #Compost all year round. #ICAW2026
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Gunpowder RIVERKEEPER® @gnpwdrriverkeeper.bsky.social · 07/05/2026
Thanks to everyone who wrote in to voice the community concerns over the Days Cove Rubble Landfill's Lease Renewal. Our blogpost has all the details: gunpowderriverkeeper.org/maryland-boa...
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Maryland Board of Public Works Receives Over 130 Comments Opposing Days Cove Rubble Landfill Lease Renewal Ahead of May 6th Meeting - Gunpowder RIVERKEEPER®
Of the 134 public comments submitted to the Maryland Board of Public Works website through the public comment form for their meeting May 6th, 2026, all but two oppose the Days Cove Rubble Landfill Lea...
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 05/05/2026
Safe drinking water doesn’t just happen. It depends on: ✔ Accountability ✔ Source protection ✔ Investment This #DrinkingWaterWeek, let’s focus on the water you don’t see. 💧 www.cleanwater.org/drinking-water-week-2026
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 04/05/2026
It's International #Compost Awareness Week! #ICAW2026 Compost is created by recycling food scraps & yard waste into a nutrient-rich soil amendment. Instead of sending these materials to landfills, composting returns valuable nutrients back to the earth. #FeedTheSoil #ReduceWaste
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 29/04/2026
Yesterday, @govwesmoore.bsky.social signed our priority legislation creating an On-Farm Organics Diversion & Recycling Grant program! Read more in Waste Advantage Magazine: wasteadvantagemag.com/governor-moo...
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Governor Moore Signs Bipartisan Bill to help Maryland’s Farmers Tackle Wasted Food - Waste Advantage Magazine
Governor Wes Moore signed the On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant Program (Senate Bill 599/House Bill 429) into law. The program, which passed
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 28/04/2026
It's official! Today, @govwesmoore.bsky.social signed HB429/SB599 into law, creating and funding an On-Farm Organics Diversion and Recycling Grant program. #compost #composting Thank you to all of the champions who have been working for #ZeroWaste in #mdga26 and beyond!
A photo of 10 people standing together outside of the House Chambers, in a hallway with marble walls and stone floor.
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Clean Water Action Maryland @cleanwatermd.bsky.social · 24/04/2026
Next weekend, join @gnpwdrriverkeeper.bsky.social & Mad About Mud for the 2nd Annual Flotilla for the Gunpowder River! Come together with fellow water enthusiasts to celebrate our progress & show your support for the future of the Gunpowder River. More info & RSVP: www.madaboutmud.org/events
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