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Today in Maryland Matters, our Executive Director Kim Coble is quoted. marylandmatters.org/2026/02/01/c...

Update! The Speaker needs to reschedule her appearance with us as the House has a long session planned for tomorrow morning. Instead, we will be doing a deep dive into one of our key legislative priorities: Transportation & Climate Alignment Act. Register here: www.mdlcv.org/event/friday...

Tune in! The 2026 Environmental Legislative Summit is happening now- tune in: www.youtube.com/live/FnQ0K5N...

Join us for a special Friday Digest this week and get to know the new House of Delegates' Speaker, Joseline Peña-Melnyk, and hear about her connection to the environment! www.mdlcv.org/event/friday...

With road conditions in Annapolis still icy and dangerous, for the safety of everyone, we have made the difficult decision to cancel Green Drinks Annapolis for January. But the good news is, Green Drinks Annapolis will return in the Spring! More details to come.

Update: due to the weather, the annual Maryland Environmental Summit is now VIRTUAL! Please register bit.ly/envirosummit... for more information and to get a zoom link to tune in. Wednesday, Jan. 28 4:30pm - 6:00pm Free, Open to All!

Lobby Day 2026 is three weeks from today! Sign up now to connect with your legislator on bills that support a healthy environment for everyone in Maryland. #mdlcv #forabettermaryland #mdleg #mdga2026 #mdpolitics https://www.mdlcv.org/event/lobby-day

“Governor Moore’s budget confirms that prioritizing the environment will help assure a better Maryland,” said Kim Coble of Maryland LCV. “These investments are especially critical, as they come at a time when the federal government has stepped back from its commitments to the environment.”

Maryland LCV sends a big thanks to The Greater Crofton Chamber of Commerce and The Blue Ribbon Project for hosting Laura Wood, our Senior Director, Development, and Shawn Drury, Director, Communications, this morning. It was an informative and inspiring event!

Today, Maryland League of Conservation Voters celebrates the wisdom and legacy of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. #MLK #MLKDay #MDLCV #ForABetterMaryland

Thank you, Governor Moore, for joining us this week at the Maryland Community Coalition for the Environment's Legislative Reception. We had a great turnout with the Lt. Governor Miller and Chief Sustainability Officer Meghan Conklin.

Today is Maryland General Assembly's Opening Day! Our Director of Climate Policy and Justice, Rebecca, is taking our Climate & Clean Energy Fellow, Kseniya, around the state house dropping off our welcome day packets to legislators.

Coming to the Environmental Legislative Summit on the 28th? Then join us afterward for the January Green Drinks at Galway Bay in Annapolis! Register today: www.mdlcv.org/event/januar...

Announcing our First Round of Endorsements for the 2026 Elections! Did your legislator make the list? #MarylandLCVEndorsed candidates: mdlcv.org/endorsements

Join the Environmental Community to learn about our 2026 Environmental legislative priorities, hear from elected officials, community leaders, and connect with your neighbors about environmental issues affecting all Marylanders. Register here: bit.ly/envirosummit2026

DYK? Approximately 95% of animal feeding operations in Maryland are located in the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Excess waste that runs off these farms contributes to high levels of nutrients in our waters - leading to polluted waterways emptying into our beloved Chesapeake Bay.

Thank you to everyone who purchased a raffle ticket for the Aventon e-bike as a part of Maryland LCV Education Fund's 25th anniversary celebration! By entering the contest, you directly supported our vision of a healthy environment for everyone in Maryland!

We commend Governor Moore's and Comptroller Lierman's decision to move forward with an economic analysis of the impacts of greenhouse gas emissions, through the RENEW Act study. Read our full statement: www.mdlcv.org/press/maryla...

As environmental advocates, we play the long game. Much of our work is about securing a healthier, more sustainable future, both for ourselves and for generations to come.

Executive Director, Kim Coble's statement on Speaker Adrienne Jones' resignation from leadership in the House of Delegates: "Speaker Adrienne Jones began her tenure leading the House of Delegates as a unifier, but her legacy in the years that followed is that of a tireless champion for progress.

Last night, our Political Director, Kristen Harbeson was on an informational panel about a potential proposal to develop a 150-megawatt data center complex on a 42-acre site at 1500 Woodlawn Dr. in Baltimore County. 📷 Baltimore County Councilman Izzy Patoka

Today, 4 Govs, along with the Mayor of DC, Muriel Bowser, reaffirmed their commitment to protecting and restoring the Chesapeake Bay. This partnership is a testament to how people can work together to address environmental challenges. (Govs: Youngkin, VA; Meyer, DE; Shapiro, PA and Moore, MD)

Celebrate #GivingTuesday with Maryland LCV Education Fund! Become one of our 25 new donors in honor of our 25th anniversary. Donate $25+ today to make a lasting impact for clean water, healthy air, and climate-resilient communities throughout Maryland. secure.ngpvan.com/uhACGYf2b0aJ...

There's still time!! 🚲 Enter now for a chance to win an Aventon electric bicycle (over $2,000 value)! E-bike will be provided by Bike Doctor Annapolis A winner will be chosen on Dec. 12 and will be notified via phone or email. Limit of 5 tickets per person. secure.everyaction.com/HMyyEjiwB0eE...

Today is #nationaltakeahikeday! Which Maryland Park is your favorite? 📷 from staffer, Dannielle going on a hike with one of her sons in Pataspco State Park earlier this Fall

We are hiring a Communications Director! The successful candidate will drive the success of the organization’s internal and external communications, supporting the program staff, development team, and the executive team to achieve our goals. More information: www.mdlcv.org/work-with-us

Event coming up on November 20 7:30pm-8:30pm: Transportation and Climate Alignment Act Virtual Kickoff Rally! The Transportation and Climate Alignment Act (TCA) will be introduced in the 2026 Maryland General Assembly by Delegate Edelson and Senator Hettleman.

▶️ Conservation Conversation: The Chesapeake Bay Agreement Today we talked about “The Chesapeake Bay Agreement.” Marisa was joined by the Choose Clean Water Coalition Director, Kristin, and together they discussed what changes are under consideration in the Agreement.

This Wednesday! Join us for our Conservation Conversation on the Chesapeake Bay Agreement. Special guest includes Kristin Reilly, the Choose Clean Water Coalition Director Register here: www.marylandconservation.org/event/conser...

Enter now for a chance to win an Aventon electric bicycle (over $2,000 value)! E-bike will be provided by Bike Doctor Annapolis and will be custom ordered based on the winner's size and frame preference. Buy your raffle tickets today! secure.everyaction.com/HMyyEjiwB0eE...

📣📣 You don't want to miss this month's Conservation Conversation! We will be talking about the Chesapeake Bay Agreement and joining us is the Choose Clean Water Coalition Director, Kristin Reilly!

Excited to see our ad in the Pets issue of What's Up Magazine! Come celebrate our 25th Anniversary with us at Great Frogs Winery on November 13, and make sure to wear green! www.marylandconservation.org/event/save-t...

This Wednesday, the Legislative Black Caucus is hosting a virtual event: From Redlining to RENEW: Advancing Reparative Justice in Policy and Practice with our partners.

This morning in Baltimore, our executive director, Kim along with our climate policy and justice director, Rebecca joined a press conference with lawmakers, advocates, union leaders, and others in support of offshore wind in Maryland.

Enter now for a chance to win an Aventon electric bicycle (over $2,000 value)! E-bike will be provided by Bike Doctor Arnold and a winner will be chosen on Friday, December 12 and will be notified via phone or email. Make sure to grab your ticket(s) today! secure.everyaction.com/HMyyEjiwB0eE...

We are excited to be a partner for the Greater Baltimore Climate Summit, on November 3rd, 2025 at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum for a day filled with insightful panel discussions, breakout sessions, and networking opportunities focused on resilience, community, and action in the face of uncertainty.

Proud to be part of the 2025 GWRCCC Annual Conference, where our Political Director Kristen, be joining industry leaders to discuss innovative solutions shaping the clean energy and transportation landscape. www.gwrccc.org/annual-conference

For our last Conservation Conversation of the year, we will be talking about the 💦 Chesapeake Bay Agreement and we will be joined by Choose Clean Water Coalition's Director, Kristin Reilly. 📅 Wed. Nov. 12 🕒 12:00 PM- 12:30 PM 📍 Online Join us: www.marylandconservation.org/event/conser...

Maryland LCV is saddened to hear of the passing of Delegate Charles J. Otto, who was dedicated to serving his community and a member of the House Environment Committee for fifteen years.

👏👏 Today we joined our partners in applauding the Moore Administration’s draft Clean Heat Rules.

Must Read article in the Baltimore Sun: Adjusting to a warming world has cost Maryland billions, comptroller says Comptroller Lierman says past cleanup costs show why investing in resilience pays off.

Today is the UMD Baltimore Climate, Health, and Policy Symposium! Excited to be here and learning from our State Climatologist current panel. Learn more here: www.nursing.umaryland.edu/about/sustai...

Today is National DAF Day! Did you know more than $251 billion sits in donor advised funds and can only be used for charitable purposes? If you have a DAF, consider putting your funds to use for the health of Maryland's environment. More info: www.marylandconservation.org/give-through...

In case you missed this afternoon's Conservation Conversation on Electric School Buses, we recorded it! We discussed our Clean Buses Healthy Kids campaign, where we advocate for clean, electric school buses for our children. Watch the full conversation here: youtu.be/8UKkbUYG9Bc

Tomorrow! Conservation Conversations: 🚌 Electric School Buses. The Chispa Maryland team will discuss our Clean Buses Healthy Kids campaign, where we advocate for clean, electric school buses for our children. 📅 Date: Wed, Oct 8 🕒 Time: 12:00PM- 12:30PM www.marylandconservation.org/event/conser...

Yesterday, Maryland LCV attended a press conference where Governor Moore announced a multimilion dollar deal to help mitigate impacts caused by the Conowingo Dam.

Healthy Climate Maryland - a coalition convened by Maryland LCV Education Fund and the Maryland Public Health Association - is hosting a webinar on the impacts of fossil fuels on children's health in recognition of Children's Environmental Health Day. www.marylandconservation.org/event/webina...

Today our Political Director, Kristen was on a panel at Forever Maryland's Annual Policy Summit geared toward MD’s land trust community, policymakers, and conservation partners. Kristen was a speaker in a panel discussion focused on strategies for engaging elected officials in conservation efforts.

#NewJob for a Climate & Clean Energy Fellow! Ideal candidate is a graduate level student w/experience researching state-level climate policy, including implementation & enforcement. More info & apply here: www.mdlcv.org/work-with-us