RIVER KEEPERS and a stellar example of "Green" on the Chesapeake

The impact of fertilizers and animal waste run-off into the tributaries running into the Chesapeake Bay from Virginia, Maryland, West Virginia, D.C., and Pennsylvania present a contant battle to the health of the bay.

What I found interesting that in spite of all the state and local agencies at work, a little known, but very important group of people also work on pollution: The RiverKeepers provide local monitoring. Check out http://waterkeeper.org/ the alliance of 162 regional U.S. river programs to see what is happening near you.

The Chesapeake Bay Foundation headquarters building, The Merrill Center, represents what 'green' should look like. Designed 100% green it has gorgeous architecture on a picturesque site on the Bay. They practice what they preach: reduced use of water and waste water pollution, geothermal energy, solar cells, cisterns. A link to their website building tour follows. Click though on the >>

Tour Our Green Building: Come visit us and see what makes the Merrill Center so special. We offer one- and two-hour guided tours.. >>