November 14, 2025
On November 14, 2025, CLA Senior Attorney Patrick DeArmey hosted a 30-minute Water Cooler Chat exploring how communities can monitor and protect their local waterways. The conversation highlighted how EPA’s ECHO tools empower the public to track pollution, increase transparency, and hold polluters accountable. Discover practical strategies for anyone interested in understanding and improving the health of their watershed. Watch the full recording below!
Explore the state and regional tools that help communities monitor water quality, track pollution, and stay informed about watershed health:
• OPEN MDE – Public access to Maryland Department of the Environment data
• MERLIN – Interactive mapping platform for environmental and land information
• Environmental Reports – DEP reports and data tools
• Wastewater Reports – Clean Water Program wastewater discharge data
• myDEQ Portal – Online access to permitting, reporting, and compliance tools
• Virginia Environmental Data Hub – Environmental data, maps, and dashboards
• DOEE Online Services – Permitting, compliance tools, and public resources
• DOEE Enforcement Dashboard – Enforcement actions and environmental compliance data
• WV DEP Data Center – Public access to environmental data and reporting tools
• NY DEC Water Monitoring Data Portal – Statewide water quality monitoring information
• Permit Documentation for Notable Projects – Environmental review documents for major DEC projects
• Stormwater Project Tracking System (SWPTS) – Track stormwater permit coverage and project information
