Looking for fun activities for your kids? Or how about a new wildlife documentary film screening? Or maybe, a workshop on gardening or bike repair? Our calendar features upcoming community events for those who enjoy a mix of outdoors, activism, creativity, and learning. All event submissions are reviewed for relevancy and accuracy and are posted within 24-48 hours Monday-Friday.
January 20, 2022, 1–4 p.m. EST, "Community-informed Habitat Conservation in a Changing Climate" will explore ways communities and conservation practitioners are applying knowledge about the effects of climate change to their
What’s the cheapest form of energy? It’s the energy we don’t use! During this presentation, we will discuss the two main ways to keep money in your pocket. We will cover the difference between conservation and efficiency and the benefits of using less energy, plus some of the most efficient ways to do it. You’ll
On Tuesday, January 25, 2022, from 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. ET, the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) National Community Solar Partnership (NCSP) will host its second Annual Summit: To 5 Million and Beyond: Community Solar’s Pathway to Success. NCSP is a coalition of over 800 stakeholders working to expand access to affordable community solar.
Please join us to hear about coming energy regulations for faith-based communities, strategies for saving energy and going solar, and ways to engage your congregation in environmental stewardship at home. Speakers: - Kate Chance, Montgomery County Faith Community Liaison - Emily Curley, Montgomery County Commercial Energy Programs - Larissa Johnson, Montgomery County Residential Energy Programs
‘Eco Evenings’: Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection and One Montgomery Green Team start the new year of Eco Evenings with special guest David Gershon. “Eco Evenings with DEP and
Did you know that as a Maryland resident, you have the option to choose who supplies your electricity? Maryland is an energy choice state where customers can choose their electricity and natural gas providers. During this presentation, we will talk about energy choice as well as offer tips for identifying utility scams. We’ll also discuss
The Town of Chevy Chase's Climate & Environment Committee is hosting a Zoom webinar on February 3, 2022 from 6:30-8:00PM to provide Town residents and other nearby communities and organizations with information about the Maryland Climate Crisis and Environmental Justice Act, a bill that has been pre-filed for the 2022 Maryland legislative session. Representatives from
Want to make your home as energy efficient as possible? Not sure what the difference is between a “green” home and a “smart” home? During this presentation you will learn about what makes a home “green” and how smart technology can help make your home more energy efficient. We’ll also discuss steps you can take
For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further - encouraging residents to GO ELECTRIC! This year, the participating breweries will not only be hosting a light
For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further - encouraging residents to GO ELECTRIC! This year, the participating breweries will not only be hosting a light
Join SAPPlings for its next high school student forum and dive into a review of MCPS's new draft Sustainability Policy. Learn how to comment on the policy and what you can do to encourage sustainability in your own school. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIsdeCtrjIqHtdQmI_BWE7c23GCdO9PWN6D?fbclid=IwAR2ugkJM2ntnu7aLu7ZWCSHACidqOIY2s--hIxsYCSjsZa_6AIfHgrQx26A
Looking for ways to lower your utility bill and keep money in your pocket? Montgomery Energy Connection can help! This lecture will introduce the new County website, www.MontgomeryEnergyConnection.org. It brings together trusted information and helpful solutions for managing and lowering your energy usage and costs. You’ll learn how to use the site for finding energy-saving
For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further - encouraging residents to GO ELECTRIC! This year, the participating breweries will not only be hosting a light
For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further - encouraging residents to GO ELECTRIC! This year, the participating breweries will not only be hosting a light
Warm up from the inside out at Montgomery Parks’ Acoustic and Ales winter happy hour series! Enjoy a night of live music, locally crafted beer, and food. Adults and children welcome! Beer, food, and non alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. Registration is not required. Parking availability may vary based on location, so please use the links provided to the right of the page to map
In recent years Electric Vehicles, or (EVS) have risen in popularity. Curious what are the benefits of driving an EV? Want to make the switch, but want to know more? All Senior Planet participants are invited to join us online and hear from Joyce Breiner, the Executive Director, and Co-Founder of Poolesville Green to hear
For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further - encouraging residents to GO ELECTRIC! This year, the participating breweries will not only be hosting a light
For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further - encouraging residents to GO ELECTRIC! This year, the participating breweries will not only be hosting a light
Join DEP for a 4 part series to discuss stream restoration and various aspects of the County’s restoration program, the techniques used in practice, and future planning efforts. Session #3 of the series will discuss stream restoration techniques used in Montgomery County along with alternative perspectives and continued discussion on topics raised at the listening
For the last few years, we have been visiting local breweries around the County to make sure that residents have the most energy efficient lightbulbs on the market. And this year, we are taking it even further - encouraging residents to GO ELECTRIC! This year, the participating breweries will not only be hosting a light