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DNREC Adds Two New Programs to Help Build Back Delaware’s Portion of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed

DNREC recently introduced two new conservation incentive programs to improve water quality and create wildlife habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.



Delaware Farmers Encouraged To Participate In Environmental Deeds Questionnaire

Along with the Delaware Nutrient Management Program’s annual report mailing, Delaware farmers are being encouraged to complete an additional 16-question implementation questionnaire. The questionnaire aims to measure nutrient applications and environmental deeds, allowing Delaware to recognize farmers for their stewardship efforts in 2020.



DNREC now accepting grant proposals for Delaware Chesapeake Bay watershed implementation projects

The Division of Watershed Stewardship is now accepting proposals for water quality projects within Delaware’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed.



Delaware Forest Service awards $92,000 in grants for community tree projects

The Delaware Urban and Community Forestry Program has awarded more than $92,000 for 24 tree projects throughout the First State. Over the past 15 years, the annual grant program has provided more than $1.5 million to help communities increase tree canopy and promote the natural benefits of trees: cleaner air and water, increased property values and civic pride, and reduced storm water runoff and flooding.



DNREC seeks public comment and input sought for Delaware’s Phase III Chesapeake Bay Watershed Implementation Plan

DNREC is seeking public comment and input for the Delaware Draft Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP), the long-range plan for reducing pollutants that enter the state’s waterways and drain into the Chesapeake Bay.






 Pages Tagged With: "Chesapeake Bay"

DNREC Adds Two New Programs to Help Build Back Delaware’s Portion of the Chesapeake Bay Watershed

DNREC recently introduced two new conservation incentive programs to improve water quality and create wildlife habitat in the Chesapeake Bay watershed.



Delaware Farmers Encouraged To Participate In Environmental Deeds Questionnaire

Along with the Delaware Nutrient Management Program’s annual report mailing, Delaware farmers are being encouraged to complete an additional 16-question implementation questionnaire. The questionnaire aims to measure nutrient applications and environmental deeds, allowing Delaware to recognize farmers for their stewardship efforts in 2020.



DNREC now accepting grant proposals for Delaware Chesapeake Bay watershed implementation projects

The Division of Watershed Stewardship is now accepting proposals for water quality projects within Delaware’s portion of the Chesapeake Bay watershed.



Delaware Forest Service awards $92,000 in grants for community tree projects

The Delaware Urban and Community Forestry Program has awarded more than $92,000 for 24 tree projects throughout the First State. Over the past 15 years, the annual grant program has provided more than $1.5 million to help communities increase tree canopy and promote the natural benefits of trees: cleaner air and water, increased property values and civic pride, and reduced storm water runoff and flooding.



DNREC seeks public comment and input sought for Delaware’s Phase III Chesapeake Bay Watershed Implementation Plan

DNREC is seeking public comment and input for the Delaware Draft Phase III Watershed Implementation Plan (WIP), the long-range plan for reducing pollutants that enter the state’s waterways and drain into the Chesapeake Bay.