Events
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Rockville Flood Resiliency Open House
Rockville City Hall 111 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MDRockville is developing a Flood Resiliency Master Plan to protect our community's future from flood risks caused by climate change. We need your input to make sure the plan reflects the needs and priorties of all Rockville residents. Attend the open house to understand what flooding means in Rockville and...
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Webinar: Who Owns the Potomac?
VirtualWhy are the state boundary lines along the Potomac River so irregular? Why doesn’t the line run neatly down the middle of the river, as it does in many other states? Join ICPRB to learn about the fascinating story behind the Potomac’s peculiar borders involves colonial land grants, centuries-old legal...
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FeaturedWalk in the Woods: Let’s be Smart About Winter Salt – Sligo Creek
Sligo Creek Silver Spring, MarylandA beautiful fall walk & talk to discover the hidden impact of winter salt use and what we all can do to protect our waterways. Step into the shoes of an environmental detective as we explore the hidden impacts of oversalting our streets and sidewalks during the winter season. Discover...
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Webinar: Water Impacts from Data Centers in the Potomac River Basin
VirtualData centers are rapidly expanding across the Potomac watershed and beyond, raising important questions about their impacts on regional water resources. This webinar will share the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin’s research on data center consumptive use under different growth scenarios through 2050, evaluating implications for regional water...
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Water Quality Insights Series: U.S. Geological Survey Data
VirtualGain insight into the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS) Pennsylvania Water Science Center’s water quality monitoring efforts in agricultural watersheds. This session will explore monitoring sites, the types of data collected, and the methods used to interpret that information. Participants will discover how these findings support informed land and water management...
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Webinar: Unsung Heroes of the Potomac River: American Eels
VirtualAmerican eels have a long and important history in the Potomac River basin. Join ICPRB to learn about their historical importance to the region, their fascinating life cycle, and their importance to both water quality and the ecosystem. Also hear about ICPRB's work to help restore these fish (yes, they...
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Reconsidering Connectivity: A North Branch Potomac Case Study
VirtualThe North Branch of the Potomac River has come a long way. Arguably best known for its industrial recent past, this webinar puts the current state of the western-most Potomac region into perspective. Starting with the geological formation of the mountains, we will then tour the North Branch watershed through...
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Webinar: The Future of Water in the DC Metro Area
VirtualWhat does the future hold for our region’s water supply? Every 5 years ICPRB publishes a report on the reliability of our water supply, forecasting decades into the future. From extreme droughts to booming data centers, join the Interstate Commission on the Potomac River Basin for a webinar as we...
