
Elizabeth River Project Introduces Sustainable Lab
A tiny fish called a mummichog was the canary in the coal mine. In the early 1990s, scientists discovered that 90 percent of the mummichogs harvested from a section of

A tiny fish called a mummichog was the canary in the coal mine. In the early 1990s, scientists discovered that 90 percent of the mummichogs harvested from a section of

Jordan Gochenauer of the Alliance for the Chesapeake Bay inspects rain gardens, rain barrels and other stormwater conservation practices known as green infrastructure as part of the RiverSmart Homes program
Featuring Chris Reckling speaking with Lacy S. Shirey, Executive Director of the Elizabeth River Project, about efforts to restore the Elizabeth River.

NORFOLK, Va. — Hurricane Erin brought more than just immediate flooding concerns to Hampton Roads — the storm’s tidal surge is now raising questions about long-term water pollution in the

After 25 years on the river, Robin Dunbar is now walking on Grounds. Dunbar joined the University of Virginia’s Environmental Institute this summer as a fellow, transitioning from her career

PORTSMOUTH, Va. (WAVY) – If you’re looking for a new and exciting way to learn about our waters and what lives beneath them, The Learning Barge is an amazing option.

The Elizabeth River is recovering after decades of pollution, but experts say community involvement is key to keeping the progress going. Once declared “dead” in the 1920s, the Elizabeth River,

Around 1,500 feet of shoreline near Norfolk Southern’s Lamberts Point coal terminal is now protected from erosion by a mix of native plants, marsh grasses, oysters and sustainable grading techniques.

Work Program Architects is proud to share that the Elizabeth River Project’s Ryan Resilience Lab has been named a winner in Fast Company’s 2025 World Changing Ideas Awards. This national recognition honors bold,
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NOTE: This form does not confirm your reservation, reservations are confirmed upon ERP receipt of signed contract and paid deposit.