Virginia Climate & Clean Energy Work Group

Work Group Meeting 
July 9, 2025 | 12PM - 1PM | RSVP Here

The next meeting of the Virginia Climate & Clean Energy Work Group will take place on July 9th, 12:00pm - 1:00pm. We will continue the conversation from our June meeting, discussing how members want to prioritize their time for the rest of the year.

Briefing: Leaders in Environmentally Engaged Farming

A briefing with the Maryland Department of Agriculture 
July 11, 2025 | 11AM - 12PM | Register Here 

The Maryland Leaders in Environmentally Engaged Farming (LEEF) program is a flagship initiative established under the Chesapeake Bay Legacy Act, which was signed into law by Governor Moore on May 13. Developed by the Maryland Department of Agriculture (MDA), LEEF is designed to improve water quality in the Chesapeake Bay, promote sustainable agriculture, strengthen regional economic growth, and advance use of locally produced food.

LEEF serves as a tiered recognition program that highlights and incentivizes the conservation and community efforts of Maryland’s farmers. By showcasing best management practices such as riparian buffers, precision nutrient management, climate-smart technologies, and wildlife habitat improvements, the program positions Maryland as a regional leader in agricultural sustainability – as Virginia and Pennsylvania look to LEEF as a replicable model.

As we look beyond 2025 and the next phase of the Chesapeake Bay restoration effort, LEEF reflects a more holistic vision for agriculture—one that recognizes and rewards the full spectrum of farm contributions, from water quality improvement to public good.

Join us on July 11th at 11AM for a 1-hour briefing with MDA’s Secretary Atticks to:

• Explore the program’s goals and structure

• Learn how LEEF supports and elevates farmer-led stewardship

• Offer feedback to help refine and strengthen the program as it moves toward statewide implementation

LEEF is more than a recognition program—it is a forward-thinking approach to conservation for the next phase of Chesapeake Bay restoration.

Chesapeake Bay/Water Quality Work Group

Work Group Meeting 
July 30, 2025 | 11:00AM - 12:15 PM | RSVP here 

The next meeting of the Chesapeake Bay/Water Quality Work Group will take place on July 30th at 11AM. The purpose of the meeting is to 1.) receive a federal update from our partners at the EPA Chesapeake Bay Program and the Choose Clean Water Coalition and 2.) hear how work group members want to prioritize the rest of the year.

Capacity Building Initiative 

Technical Review Committee Meeting
August 18, 2025 | 9AM - 4PM

The technical review committee for the Capacity Building Initiative will meet on August 18th. More details to come.