December 23, 2020

The Benthic Index of Biotic Integrity (B-IBI) Implementation Strategy was just released! This is the result of a tireless effort by a stellar Interdisciplinary Team, our Stormwater Strategic Initiative Lead team and a wide cast of collaborators. What does it mean? The base of the aquatic food web is comprised of small biological critters- macroinvertebrates—that

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October 27, 2020

Successful reopenings of shellfish beds were the result of strong partnerships and teamwork. DOH leads the Shellfish SIL to protect and restore shellfish beds.

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October 2, 2020

Toxics in fish. How did the toxics  get there? What happens to fish and people when they are contaminated? How can we correct past mistakes and pave the way for future opportunities and increase community health? The Toxics in Fish Implementation Strategy is a roadmap for preventing, managing and cleaning up a range of toxics

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September 30, 2020

The Toxic in Fish Implementation Strategy is an early stage strategy that illustrates the connections between manufactured products, land use and adverse effects on aquatic organisms and human health. We are at an inflection point now as we learn more about emerging threats, “chemicals of emerging concern,” that come from everyday products we use.

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