MakingWaves - News from the Division of Water

This Week's Updates:

• Chesapeake Bay Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan Public Comment Period
• Be an Earth Hero
• Environmental Excellence Awards Reminder
• Pollution Prevention Community Grants

Chesapeake Bay Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan Public Comment Period

The Draft Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan for the Chemung and Susquehanna River Basins for the Chesapeake Bay Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) is available for public comment through June 7, 2019.

For more information, including where to submit comments, view the April 10, 2019 Environmental Notice Bulletin. The draft document and appendices can be viewed on DEC’s Chesapeake Bay Watershed Program webpage.

Be an Earth Hero

The Division of Water collaborated with other DEC programs on the Spring 2019 issue of DEC's Conservationist for Kids. The issue's message to young "Earth Heroes" is take action to reduce plastic pollution, save water, protect native plants and animals, reduce wasted food, and keep air clean.

Environmental Excellence Awards Reminder  

Reminder: Applications for the 2019 Environmental Excellence Awards are due April 17, 2019. Organizations that are implementing innovative approaches and technologies, advancing sustainable practices, generating economic growth, harnessing the power of creative partnerships, and achieving extraordinary outcomes are encouraged to apply.

Pollution Prevention Community Grants

The New York State Pollution Prevention Institute (NYSP2I) is now accepting applications for its Community Grants Program 2019-2020 for pollution prevention outreach and education projects. Eligible groups include community organizations, municipal departments, and other public sector and not-for-profit entities for projects that raise awareness and understanding of pollution prevention practices and lead to implementation at the local level. Applications are due May 31, 2019 at 5 p.m..