MD Environment

Maryland Department of the Environment: to protect and restore the environment for the health and well-being of all Marylanders. Follows & RTs ≠ endorsements.

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Check out this article from Baltimore Brew about the recent wildfires with a special interview from James Boyle in our Air Quality monitoring team.

https://t.co/TlqTQrpjQL

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Which would you choose? Why? ♻

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The property at 10500 Wills Mountain Rd, Cumberland, has been accepted into Maryland’s Voluntary Cleanup Program. A proposed Response Action Plan has been submitted to the MDE for approval. Join this virtual meeting to learn more
🔗 https://t.co/JLHcpgL1vm

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Hosted by the Maryland Department of the Environment:
- 8/20, 1:30pm — en Español
- 9/3, 12:00 PM

Join: https://t.co/GmSyNPyV4x
Meeting ID: 980 8902 8403
Passcode: 2N4YQv

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Curious how pollution and climate change affect your Maryland neighborhood? 🌍 Learn to use MDEnviroScreen—the state’s mapping tool for air quality, flooding, and more—in a free webinar to help you advocate locally.

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Forgot to register for this evening's meeting? It's not too late! Join us online, or with a phone call. Please note if you dial in you will not be able to see presented materials.

Meeting code
https://t.co/1ylTQf15h0
Phone Numbers
(US)
[phone]
PIN: 952 984 918#

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HAPPENING TONIGHT: MDE Public Hearing on the proposed crematory permit at 9200–9206 Liberty Rd in Randallstown.

⏰ 6:30 PM – 7:30 PM

📍 Randallstown Library

💻 Register to join virtually: https://t.co/FYvRRn47cc

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🌳 Maryland is growing stronger, one Tree City at a time.

As Tree City USA celebrates its 50th anniversary, we're proud to recognize the communities across Maryland that continue to invest in healthier, greener neighborhoods. In 2025, 52 Maryland communities earned Tree City USA recognition for their commitment to urban and community forestry.

Together, these communities made an incredible impact:
🌿 43,542 trees planted
🙋 More than 100,000 volunteer hours dedicated to community forestry
💚 Nearly $48 million invested in local trees and forests
🏡 78% of Marylanders now live in a Tree City USA community

By strengthening urban and community forests through programs like Tree City USA, Maryland communities are helping create cooler neighborhoods, cleaner air, healthier watersheds, and a more resilient future. Every tree planted is an investment in the health of our communities and the generations that will follow.

Think your town, city, county, or military installation has what it takes to become a Tree City USA community? Visit the Maryland Forest Service Tree City USA webpage to learn about the program, application requirements, and resources to get started. https://t.co/FAhNHsDC4g

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Want to join the amazing day? Register here: https://t.co/qion993cvD

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Join community leaders, visionaries, businesses, and local government for Maryland’s fifth food summit. In small teams, develop solutions across the state's food system—donations, gleaning, composting, and more. Bring your passion and expertise to turn ideas into action.

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Radon is the leading cause of preventable lung cancer among non-smokers. It is odorless , tasteless and invisible , you can only know it's in your home if you test for it. You can purchase a low cost radon test kit here: https://t.co/RtkEfe8v22

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Here's another tip - visit https://t.co/xj6514flIG to check on the water quality at your favorite Maryland beach. There are over 150 of them across the state monitored all summer long with the help of local health departments.

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Today is mutt day so we'd like to take the opportunity to remind you to Scoop the Poop Every Stinkin' Time! Almost 24% of the bacteria found in urban and suburban waterways can be traced back to dog poop! 🐶🐕🐩🦮🦺💩💩

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Randallstown community update: MDE is hosting a public informational meeting regarding a permit application for a proposed crematory at 9200–9206 Liberty Rd.

📅 Aug 4, 2026 | 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM

📍 In-person: Randallstown Library

💻 Virtual signup: https://t.co/mmCnzSleSf

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The @MDEnergy the FY27 Medium‑Duty and Heavy‑Duty Zero‑Emission Vehicle Grant Program, awarding competitive grants for purchase or lease of: on‑road vehicles); off‑road vehicles and electric school buses. Learn more: https://t.co/4VMEBAm8Xl

[U.S. Climate Alliance @USClimate]

Heat pumps are helping more Americans cool & heat their homes efficiently — in the first quarter of this year alone, sales beat fossil fuel furnaces by 32%.

Read more via @grist ⬇️
https://t.co/s3kAYy18vg

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@MarylandDNR While you're at it, don't forget to check out the fish consumption advisory map to make sure everything your catching is safe to eat. mde/maryland.gov/fish

[WSSC Water @WSSCWaterNews]

Be Salt Smart. Be SaltWise. Protect the Source.

Winter salt spreading goes far beyond state and county roads, parking lots, driveways, and sidewalks all play a role in protecting Maryland’s waterways.

If you’re a property management company, business owner, landscaping company, or private contractor who applies salt, you can make a meaningful impact.

The Maryland Department of the Environment’s (@MDEnvironment) Smart Salting: Enhanced Winter Maintenance Training teaches best practices that keep surfaces safe while reducing salt pollution that can reach our drinking water sources.

Help Protect the Source. Register today for MDE’s Smart Salting Training.
https://t.co/2UovYqrjv5

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Way to go Prince George's County! We love to see the recycling process working more efficiently . https://t.co/WAKukU8kwt

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Reminder - tomorrow night!

Topics covered:
🔹 4:00 PM – 23-CT (Composting Toilet Wastewater)
🔹 5:15 PM – 25-HT (Hydrostatic Testing & Dewatering)
🔹 6:30 PM – 25-PE (Pesticide Application)

📍 Owings Mills Library or Virtual.
Sign up/Details https://t.co/6b3Tm1KS31