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Maryland · MarylandMaryland Governor Wes Moore, joined by Secretary of the Environment Serena McIlwain, signed an Executive Order (EO) last week promoting environmental justice (EJ) across state agencies. The ‘Valuing Opportunity, Inclusion, & Community Equity’ order requires agencies to designate an EJ officer, publish an EJ strategic plan, and expand opportunities for historically underrepresented farmers. A new Interagency EJ & Equity Advisory Council will supp…Read Article
Maryland Issues Executive Order on EJ Across Agencies - The Environmental Council of the States (ECOS)

Concord, New Hampshire · ConcordTo safeguard its drinking water and wastewater systems against cyberattack, the New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services has partnered with the Overwatch Foundation on its “Cybersecurity in a Box” pilot program. The program provides systems with free assistance in reducing cyber vulnerabilities, using $4.2M in American Rescue Plan Act and State Revolving Fund set-aside funding. “Cybersecurity in a box” refers to resources and tools de…Read Article
New Hampshire Offers ‘Cybersecurity in a Box’ Program - The Environmental Council of the States (ECOS)

Nevada, United States · NevadaTo help raise awareness, the Nevada Harmful Algal Bloom (HAB) Task Force held a HABs Education Day at a state recreation area on July 8. Experts from the Task Force shared information on recognizing HABs, provided safety guidelines, and highlighted the importance of using the state’s reporting tool to report a suspected HAB. At the event, Task Force members encouraged attendees to learn to identify HABs, to check for HAB advisories before recrea…Read Article