DEP News on Jamaica Bay

Recent press releases on DEP's efforts to improve the ecology of Jamaica Bay

DEP Launches New Measures to Improve Overall Ecology of Jamaica Bay (06/17/2010)

Nitrogen Discharges Cut by 4,000 Pounds a Day at 26th Ward Wastewater Treatment Plant; 50% Increase in Harbor Water Quality Testing Sites

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DEP Expands Eelgrass Pilot Project in Jamaica Bay (05/13/2010)

Plantings Expected to Improve Local Habitat and Help With Nitrogen Removal

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Mayor Bloomberg, State Environmental Conservation Commissioner Grannis and Natural Resources Defense Council Announce Agreement to Improve Water Quality and Preserve Marshlands in Jamaica Bay (02/25/2010)

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