2022 Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Report Card Released
The highly anticipated release of our 2022 Chesapeake Bay and Watershed Report Card brought forth crucial insights into the health of this iconic ecosystem. The 16th annual release occurred on June 6th at the Washington Sailing Marina in Alexandria, Virginia. It was attended by representatives from Maryland, DC, and Virginia, along with environmental groups working within the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Our comprehensive assessment, based on rigorous scientific data and analysis, offers a holistic view of the Bay's ecological condition and the watershed’s ecological, economic, and societal conditions. In 2022, the Chesapeake Bay scored 51% (C) with a significantly improving trend, and the Chesapeake Bay watershed scored 52% (C). This was also the first year we evaluated the Environmental Justice Index; however, it was not included in the overall health score. To learn more about the scores, please visit ecoreportcard.org. This report card serves as a reminder of the ongoing work needed to restore and protect the Chesapeake Bay and surrounding watershed, encouraging collective action for a sustainable future.