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Takoma Fixit Clinic

Got a broken gadget or bike? Don’t toss it—bring it to the FREE Fix-It Clinic! Bring your small appliances, computers, lamps, bikes, clothing, or furniture, and learn how to repair
Image of football. Title on images says for Super Bowl LIX: Score a Touchdown for the planet!

Tips for an Eco-Friendly Party!

Hosting a Super Bowl Party? This is your opportunity to celebrate in an eco-friendly way, enjoy the company, and cheer on your team. Show your friends your spirit and dedication

Bannockburn: A Cooperative, Green Community

Bannockburn: A Cooperative, Green Community Blog courtesy of Beth Rogers, Bannockburn Civic Association and Environmental Committee member.  The Bannockburn community in Bethesda, established in the 1940s, has long had a

Naturally Latinos

Themed “Perteneciendo: Nuestras Raíces, Nuestra Tierra (Belonging: Our Roots, Our Earth),” this multi-media experience will offer virtual (Wednesday and Thursday) and in-person (Friday) dialogue, presentations and performances focused on the

International Festival

Join us to celebrate all cultures at the Hughes United Methodist Church International Festival. There will be music, food, games, piñatas, face painting, and family fun! The Department of Environmental

💡Light Bulb Exchange

Throughout the year, we will be partnering with community organizations to provide residents with LED lightbulbs. DEP staff host light bulb swaps at libraries and at Summer community events. During

Naturally Latinos Conference

Join us to talk with Latinx colleagues, activists, and experts. We’ll tackle climate change, environmental justice, immigration, indigeneity, outreach, journalism, career development, advocacy, and more. You’ll enjoy workshops, networking sessions,

Gift Greener Event

Still have some holiday shopping to do? Pick up a reusable shopping bag at one of our events. Montgomery Energy Connection is asking people to Gift Outside the Box this

Gift Greener Event

Still have some holiday shopping to do? Pick up a reusable shopping bag at one of our events on 12/17 and 12/18, 12:00 pm to 3:00 pm Montgomery Energy Connection

“Lighten Up” Lightbulb Exchange

Montgomery Energy Connection, a program of Montgomery County is excited to bring “Lemonade & LEDs” to your Pool. Join us on Monday, August 9th at the Sergeant Hector I. Ayala

“Lighten Up” Lightbulb Exchange

Montgomery Energy Connection, a program of Montgomery County is excited to bring “Lemons & LEDs” to your Senior Center. Join us on Saturday, July 31st at the Schweinhaut Senior Center

“Lighten Up” Lightbulb Exchange

Montgomery Energy Connection, a program of Montgomery County is excited to bring “Lemons & LEDs” to your Library. Join us on Tuesday, July 27th at the Noyes Library for Young

“Lighten Up” Lightbulb Exchange

Montgomery Energy Connection, a program of Montgomery County is excited to bring “Lemon & LEDs” to your Senior Center. Join us on Wednesday, July 7th at the Damascus Senior Center

“Lighten Up” Lightbulb Exchange

Montgomery Energy Connection, a program of Montgomery County is excited to bring “Lemons & LEDs” to your Library. Join us on Thursday, July 8th at the Damascus Library to swap

“Lighten Up” Lightbulb Exchange

Montgomery Energy Connection, a program of Montgomery County is excited to bring “Lemonade & LEDs” to your Farmers’ Market. Join us on Thursday, July 1st at the Potomac Village Farmers’

“Lighten Up” Lightbulb Exchange

Montgomery Energy Connection, a program of Montgomery County is excited to bring “Lemonade & LEDs” to your Farmers’ Market. Join us on Sunday, June 27th at the Tacoma Park Farmers’

FeBREWary 2021!

Guess what’s brewing? For the entire month of FeBREWary, we will be visiting local OUTDOOR breweries to bring you socially distant ways to swap out old, inefficient bulbs. Why? Because

FeBREWary 2021!

Guess what’s brewing? For the entire month of FeBREWary, we will be visiting local OUTDOOR breweries to bring you socially distant ways to swap out old, inefficient bulbs. Why? Because

All Things Zoom

Curious why Zoom has become everyone’s go-to video conferencing software? This lecture will go over how to use Zoom to chat with friends & family, and take virtual classes with

Start Up!

Are you interested in becoming an entrepreneur? This lecture gives an overview of some important digital tools to help you get your online business up and running. Learn about e-commerce

15 in Fifteen Energy and Recycling Trivia Game

In celebration of Energy Awareness Month, October 2020, Montgomery Energy Connection will be hosting several 15 in Fifteen Trivia Games in partnership with the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection.

Fit Kit and LED Pop Up

“This fall, the County’s Residential Energy Program has partnered with local Senior Centers to celebrate “Active Aging Week”. This is a collaborative effort with MCDEP and the county senior centers

Fit Kit and LED Pop Up

“This fall, the County’s Residential Energy Program has partnered with local Senior Centers to celebrate “Active Aging Week”. This is a collaborative effort with MCDEP and the county senior centers

CANCELED: Gaithersburg Community Green Up Day

Spring cleaning takes on a new meaning during this year’s Community Green Up Day. Join hundreds of volunteers as they make a difference throughout the community by cleaning up and