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Nature Forward’s Journey to 100% Stormwater Treatment
Nature Forward’s Journey to 100% Stormwater Treatment Blog written by Nature Forward. On wet days in the Washington DC metropolitan area, most of the rainwater is unable to infiltrate into the ground. Instead, it becomes runoff as the water moves across impermeable surfaces (like roads, sidewalks, and rooftops). Runoff water is notorious for decreasing the
The Islamic Center of Potomac Promotes Composting with Hands on Action (and a Game!)
The Islamic Center of Potomac Green Team Promotes Composting with Hands on Action (and a Game!) Blog written by The Islamic Center of Potomac. The Islamic Community Center of Potomac (ICCP) Green Team’s mission is to make every aspect of the mosque, its building, grounds, and practices, green! It also educates the ICCP community about
Three Ways to Reduce Water Consumption in Your Kitchen
Article written by Lucy Jones. In her day job, Lucy works closely with businesses to help them optimize their eco credentials. Away from the office, she’s a passionate blogger, and most enjoys creating content on the topic of sustainability. In recent years, with the impacts of climate change being brought into sharper focus, we’ve all grown more
Top 5 Favorite E-Bike Benefits
Blog post written and reworked from “10 Benefits of Riding an E Bike to Work” by 2023 Energy Intern, Vida Sulureh By definition, an e-bike is a bicycle with an electric motor and a battery. Although e-bikes have been recently gaining much attention and popularity, most people don’t know the full extent of the positive
Students Win Electric Vehicle Wrap Design Contest
Blog provided by: Montgomery County Public Schools. Two students from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Middle School have won the 2024 MCPS Electric Vehicle Wrap Design Contest. The contest increased awareness and demonstrated the district’s commitment to environmental sustainability and sustainable actions. First Place Winner Laura Jin, seventh grader at Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
Key Features to Consider When Selecting a New Garage Door
Blog post written by Irene Trentham, Content Marketing Strategist, www.azbestgaragedoorrepair.com/ Your garage door might not be the first thing that comes to mind when thinking about sustainability. Still, it plays a surprisingly impactful role in your home’s environmental footprint and overall value. Serving as both a functional entryway and a prominent aesthetic element, it deserves careful consideration when
Looking to Electrify Your Heating System? Rockville Resident Shares Experience Going Geothermal
Blog post written by 2023 Energy Intern, Vida Sulureh Montgomery County’s Electrify MC program is an active pilot project with the goal of transitioning away from the use of fossil fuels and finding more sustainable approaches to everyday life. Geothermal technology, the use of the Earth’s natural warmth, is relatively less known and discussed. In my
Green Business Certification Relaunch!
Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has relaunched its Green Business Certification Program, a voluntary recognition program designed to encourage businesses and other organizations to take steps to reduce their environmental footprint. This program is a continuous sustainable journey where businesses achieve recognition through tiers, such as Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum, by implementing and
Department of Environmental Protection – New Website!
Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection Announces New Mobile and User-Friendly Website to Kick Off Earth Month Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is celebrating the first day of Earth Month by launching a redesigned website into one central website to highlight DEP programs including sustainability, trash and recycling, watershed restoration, and water supply
Spring Forward Safely
Daylight Saving Time begins Sunday, March 10, 2024. In addition to moving clocks one hour forward, this time of year is a great time to follow safety tips. Check or replace the batteries in smoke detectors and carbon monoxide detectors. If batteries are being replaced, the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection encourages residents to
Update on Solar and Other Things
This blog post is from Linda Silverman, owner of LS Insights and member of the Climate, Energy and Air Quality Advisory Committee. Read the original article published on her Perspectives from My Career and Life blog here. This blog updates a November 2021 blog I wrote about “My First Year with Solar.” It’s now been a full three
DEP’s 2023 Year in Review
Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) has released its “2023 Year in Review” video showcasing a year of dedication, progress and environmental stewardship. The video is available on the DEP website and social media channels. It offers an overview of the department’s initiatives, achievements, and community engagement from the past year. “Our County is
5 Winter Heater Maintenance Tips for a Warm, Green Home
Blog posted provided by: Hazel Hale is the Content Marketing Strategist of Annette Hale’s Indoor Comfort Systems, the most trusted provider of heating and AC repair services in Huntsville, AL and the surrounding areas. When not working, she enjoys photography, digital art and watching her son’s soccer games. Winter is here, and you want to keep
Zero Waste Living: A Journey to Reduce Waste in Montgomery County
Zero Waste Living: A Journey to Reduce Waste in Montgomery County By Gina Thompson Source Living a sustainable lifestyle doesn’t happen overnight. It’s a gradual change you make in your daily life until you notice you take the trash out less and wash a lot more glass jars. Residents in Montgomery County are on that