Stormwater pollution is Maine’s largest uncontrolled source of water pollution – and it’s getting worse.
In our recent webinar, we explored how increasing rainfall and growing urbanization are intensifying the impact of toxic runoff on Maine’s waterways, beaches, and clam flats.
Missed the conversation? Watch it here.
Representative Arthur Bell and Kerem Gungor, senior environmental engineer at Maine DEP, joined our host Heather Kenyon to discuss current challenges and solutions. Kerem provided expert insights into stormwater management and proposed regulatory changes, while Rep. Bell introduced his bill, LR889, which would establish a study commission to develop practical solutions.
What have you seen washed down a drain or into local waters after a rainstorm?
Webinar participants shared observations, including:
🔹 Cigarette butts
🔹 Coffee cups
🔹 Dog waste bags
🔹 Plastic
🔹 Building materials
🔹 Sediment
🔹 A massive algal bloom in Merepoint Bay
Stay tuned for information on how to support Rep. Art Bell’s upcoming stormwater resolve!
To learn more about stormwater pollution and solutions, check out these resources:
📌 Maine DEP Chapter 500 Stormwater Standards
📌 EPA Stormwater Program
📌 Maine Legislature
📌 Maine Combined Sewer Systems Report
Looking for a creative take on stormwater awareness? Check out these fun rubber duckie videos from ME DEP’s Think Blue Maine campaign:
🦆 Rubber Duckie & Pollution
🦆 Rubber Duckie & Storm Drains
Let’s keep this important conversation going—what stormwater pollution have you noticed in your community?


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