years of advancing environmental enhancement for ships and submarines. Navy. comply with existing laws, regulations and policies. was established. The objectives then are almost identical to those now. without impairing the military readiness of its operational units. place in Annapolis, Md., in February 1972. this period is still in use today. ways water was used aboard ships. three thousand "Navy Showers" were installed on 50 ships. water was secured for showers. facilities in West Bethesda. To stay ahead of today's complex and demanding environmental regulations and policies, the EQD employs 117 experts in the field. In addition to the Navy, the EQD supports industry, cruise ships, shipyards, the U.S. agencies and foreign militaries.