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Your guide to green living in Montgomery County, MD |
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Your guide to green living in Montgomery County, MD |
Montgomery County is seeking applicants for the Water Quality Advisory Group. The Montgomery County Water Quality Advisory Group (WQAG) provides
Volunteers needed to join DEP’s Solid Waste Advisory Committee! DEP’s Recycling and Resource Management Division is looking for volunteers to
This blog was written by Teju Vijay, volunteer coach with a FIRST LEGO league robotics team. Teju is a High
Updated: January 2023 During the month of January, Montgomery County joins a nationwide effort to educate homeowners and renters on
Did you know? The amount of household waste in the U.S. increases an average of 25% between Thanksgiving and New
The County’s Climate Team is happy to welcome Najila, Lulu, Kristina, Feh, Daniel, Rachel, and Lumina as interns and fellows
Since August of 2017 Vivian, Adrienna, Brienna, and Isaac have been Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) volunteers. As
Official Winner of The Nextdoor 100! On Monday, May 23, 2022 Nextdoor announced the Nextdoor 100 Winners! The Wootton High
If you have visited Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) office or downtown Wheaton lately, you likely have seen
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has released its 2021 Year in Review video with department highlights! The
Introduction Can animals that look like rocks and are capable of trickery and bloodsucking have a positive effect on water
Introduction Marbled salamanders are marvelous critters. These thin-skinned, cold-blooded salamanders – and frogs and toads – survive winters without coats.
Introduction Picture this: an ancient adult stonefly lands on a stegosaurus. The stegosaurus doesn’t notice. The stonefly is looking for
Introduction “Look! Right there! Under that rock in the middle of the stream! Is that a lobster?” Nope. It’s a
Introduction Eels have mystified people from Aristotle who thought they developed from earthworms to young Sigmund Freud who couldn’t find
Wetlands Provide Ecosystem Services Wetlands are often described as the “kidneys of the landscape.” They help remove pollutants from runoff
The Cicadas are Coming! You’ve no doubt heard by now that the periodical cicada Brood X will soon make its
What’s the big deal about scooping dog poop? It’s natural. It makes great fertilizer. Rain will wash it away. And
Quail Valley 1 Stormwater Pond Retrofit Do you miss leg warmers and 80’s rock band hair? Well, this is not
Nearly 1400 young trees find a new home along Booze Creek As of April 2021, the Montgomery County Department of
As spring continues its procession, native ferns awaken to the sun and warming earth by unfurling their leaves, called fronds,
Its that time of year that our office has come to love. Time to submit our annual report to the Maryland
Gardeners know: when the days start to lengthen, it’s time to get back to the garden. One of the typical
Signs of spring are beginning to appear but, what makes it springtime? Who you ask will determine the answer you
We are all familiar with the crunch of salt underfoot after a snowstorm in Montgomery County. But where does this
Salt is useful because it is inexpensive and somewhat effective in breaking down ice and snow on our roads. Following
Pervious Pavement: What is it? Pervious pavement is a system for reducing stormwater runoff, ensuring less pollutants enter our waterways,
What are They and Why are They There? You may have wondered what all these ponds are throughout Montgomery County.
Arbor Day in Maryland! April 7, 2021 Did you know that every state in the nation observes Arbor Day? The
When we think of climate change we often think of melting ice caps, rising sea-levels, extreme weather, and warmer global
Several years ago, one of my friends told me I was the “greenest person she knew!” Although surprised, my “normal”
Have you ever heard of the Poop Fairy? No? Probably because there is no such thing. Pet owners across Montgomery
How did I get started? I got interested in beekeeping out of a desire to make a small benefit to
What is the Problem? Litter in our communities is detrimental local wildlife as it pollutes streams. Litter can be any
Did you know that September 18th is World Water Monitoring Day? Since 1995 Montgomery County has maintained a stream monitoring
Did you know there are more than 17,000 Stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) in Montgomery County? These stormwater BMPs protect
If you look closely, you will find many beautifully painted storm drains across Montgomery County with messages highlighting the importance
August is water quality awareness month. At the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) the Watershed Restoration Division’ entire
This past June, the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) developed an interactive web map with dynamic infographics. The
Many storm drains in Montgomery County lead straight to streams, which then feed into larger streams and rivers and eventually
Every year we host an art contest to help us with educating Montgomery County residents on the importance of protecting
With the holidays behind and the slower pace of winter taken hold, this is a great time to reflect on
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by
It’s that gifting time of year! Wonder what to get for your loved ones? Does anyone on your gift list
…And we have proof! Bill Wydro, a board members of the Regency Estates Citizens Association conducts periodic litter patrols of
In 2009, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) embarked on a multifaceted effort to reverse decades of neglect and
Summer break is approaching briskly, bringing with it three months of freedom and revelry. Many kids are yearning for splendid
In 2015, Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) Biological Monitoring team found a yellow lance mussel (Elliptio lanceolate) while
2019 Storm Drain Art contest winners Artist: Meera Barochia; Entry Title: Save the Bay; Category: Environment and Youth (for ages 16
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