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Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), in partnership with the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), hosted a Student Environment Volunteer Day
Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS), in partnership with the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), hosted a Student Environment Volunteer Day planting yesterday at Gaithersburg High School/ Despite the
Montgomery County Welcomes Sarah Kogel-Smucker as New Climate Change Officer
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich announced today that Sarah Kogel-Smucker is the new Climate Change Officer. Ms. Kogel-Smucker joins Montgomery County after leading the creation of the climate change division of
North Hills of Sligo Creek Neighborhood Celebrate Three Years Of Building Community Gardens
During the Spring of 2020, the North Hills of Sligo Creek Pollinator and Native Plant Gardens community volunteers, with support from the Montgomery County Government, began working to beautify the
Made in the Shade: Trees Help Beat the Summer Heat
Did you know that in the shade of a tree… The air beneath that tree can be 25°F cooler than the air above a nearby parking lot Surfaces, likeCapital Area Solar Switch Informational Session
Join fellow solar supporters and learn about our Capital Area Solar Switch program at our upcoming Maryland Solar Action Team meeting. Maryland Solar Action Team meeting Tuesday, August 22 6
Welcome New Director of the Department of Environmental Protection Jon Monger
Welcome to the new Director of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP), Jon Monger. Jon has dedicated his career to addressing environmental issues, including serving as Counsel to a presidential
A Summer Intern’s Experience at DEP
My name is Daniela, and this summer, I had the privilege of interning at the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection, specifically within its energy-saving department. I was fortunate to
Bethesda Green is conducting their fourth Summer Speaker Series
Bethesda Green is conducting their fourth Summer Speaker Series, where they bring together founders, industry experts, and policymakers for a series of conversations on sustainability that will inspire and
Your Guide to Air Quality
Blog post written by Ilana Williams, Montgomery County 2023 Summer Climate Intern At the beginning of June, Maryland issued a Code Red air quality alert in response to the smoke from the
Become a Summer County Climate Intern! Apply by March 31st
Interested in a full-time, year-long role? View our application page for the Climate Fellowship program! Montgomery County Government Climate Summer Internship (Hybrid) – June-August 2023 About the Internship Montgomery County,
Guide to Sustainable Spring Cleaning
Spring is upon us, which means gearing up for spring cleaning! Alyssa Bialek, Spring Climate Fellow compiled a list of tips to help green your spring cleaning process. Make Eco-friendlyClimate Conversations
Climate Conversations is a 5-session online program that improves your ability to effectively and authentically engage others in discussing climate change. While there are many resources that teach you howClimate Conversations
Climate Conversations is a 5-session online program that improves your ability to effectively and authentically engage others in discussing climate change. While there are many resources that teach you howClimate Conversations
Climate Conversations is a 5-session online program that improves your ability to effectively and authentically engage others in discussing climate change. While there are many resources that teach you howClimate Conversations
Climate Conversations is a 5-session online program that improves your ability to effectively and authentically engage others in discussing climate change. While there are many resources that teach you howClimate Conversations
Climate Conversations is a 5-session online program that improves your ability to effectively and authentically engage others in discussing climate change. While there are many resources that teach you how
Redesigning Our Communities for Life After Fossil Fuels
It’s time to scale way back, redesign how we’re living and roll up our sleeves to restore our ecosystems, soil, biodiversity, and connections with our neighbors. As we learn and
Meet the 2022 Summer Climate Interns!
The County’s Climate Team is happy to welcome Najila, Lulu, Kristina, Feh, Daniel, Rachel, and Lumina as interns and fellows for the summer! Each of these passionate individuals will collaborate
Proposed Building Decarbonization Bill Would Help Electrify the County’s Future
Blog post written by Lulu August, Montgomery County Climate Intern Summer 2022 (she/her) “We’re entering a new era of building design and construction that will bring our ambitious climate goals
MCPS Adopts Transformative Sustainability Policy
On June 28, 2022, the Montgomery County Public Schools Board of Education unanimously adopted a transformative sustainability policy. Titled Policy ECA, Sustainability, the policy commits the school district to cutting
A Quiet Evening in the Garden with Mrs. Li
“Who is suffering? If it’s not our generation, it’s our next generation.” These are the wise words of Cuiling Li, a 55-year-old Bethesda gardener. We were able to venture into
Thank You to the 2022 Spring Climate Interns!
Montgomery County, Maryland, has been committed to significant greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction and climate action for over a decade. The County recently released a Climate Action Plan detailing the effects of
Do you have great ideas to help protect our environment?
Do you have great ideas to help protect our environment? This Earth Month, we need your ideas to help us protect our environment. Through the Climate Action Plan, the County
በዚህ የበጋ ወቅት ላይ የማህበረሰብ የሙቀት መከታተያ መጠቆሚያ (heat mapping) ፕሮጀክት ላይ ይሳተፉ!
English | Amharic / አማርኛ | Spanish / Español በሞንትጎመሪ ውስጥ ያለው የሙቀጥ መጠን እየተሰማዎት ነው? በዚህ የበጋ ወቅት ላይ የማህበረሰብ የሙቀት መከታተያ መጠቆሚያ (heat mapping) ፕሮጀክት ላይ ተሳታፊ ይሁኑ!
Start a Cool Block in Montgomery County!
The Cool Block Program Helps Neighbors Work Together to Fight Climate Change A non-profit, Cool Block, brings neighborhoods together to empower each other and build community over shared environmental goals.
Guide to Sustainable Shopping in Montgomery County
Did you know that it takes 2,000 gallons of water to make a single pair of blue jeans and 713 gallons of water to grow the cotton required for one
Cooking with Chef Bryant Terry: A Virtual Library After Dark Event
Kick off Earth Month with a chat & cook with Chef Bryant Terry on Saturday, April 2, 2022 at 7:00 pm – looking for ways to eat more plant basedTCM MoCo’s March 17 Meeting
Join us for an exciting opportunity to make a difference on Climate at the personal, household and block/neighborhood level with the Cool Block program ( https://coolblock.org/ ). With nine sessions over 4 1/2 months learn how
Meet Montgomery County’s New Climate Engagement Manager
Hello Montgomery County, I’m Laura Sivels (she/her/ella), and thank you for welcoming me to the Department of Environmental Protection! As the Climate Engagement Program Manager, I will be looking to
Green Cocktails: Local Government Acts on Climate
Montgomery County has ambitious greenhouse gas reduction goals. Learn about the County’s recently released Climate Action Plan. Speaker: Adriana Hochberg, Montgomery County DEP. Cocktail Partner: True Respite Brewing Company will
“Lead The EV Charge” – The First Electric Vehicle Purchasing Cooperative is HERE!
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich issued a challenge to County residents and businesses today to “Lead the EV Charge” by pledging to buy electric vehicles as the County launched theEnergy Efficiency & Renewable Energy for Faith-Based Communities
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.National call for Arm in Arm Assembly Feb 2022
Join us to discuss the weekend of training and planning for mass escalation in 2022 we are planning and why you need to attend the National Assembly February 18-21 2022Maryland Climate Crisis and Environmental Justice Act Zoom Session
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 organizationsNOAA Winter Workshop Series: APPLYING EDUCATION RESEARCH
December 14, 2021, 1–4:30 p.m. EST, “Environmental Education Research: A Resource for Supporting Conversations with Schools and Communities” will feature current research on the effects of environmental education programming on students,
Conversation with County Climate Leaders: Sandra L. Brecher
Sandra L. Brecher who represents the County Department of Transportation as a member of the Climate Planning Team talks about her experience on the team, recent progress, and shares advice
One Montgomery Green Annual Gala
One Montgomery Green Annual Gala: Buy tickets now to pre-order meals and adult beverages from local restaurants and beverage makers, pick them up at Brookside Gardens on June 24, 2021,
Meet the 2021 Summer Interns and Fellow!
Montgomery County’s climate planning team is excited to welcome four interns and a fellow for the summer. Dora, Laura, Sara, Susannah, and Matthew are passionate individuals committed to addressing climate issues and to
Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG: June 30, 2021
DEP and OMG are hosting this Eco Evening to engage diverse communities to understand issues of concern, particularly related to the environment and environmental health. Register: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88495122586?pwd=NndTMDk3czBWUU1mMUErQkpVb0d0Zz09 Visit the DEP
Eco Evenings with DEP and OMG: May 26, 2021
Clean Water Montgomery with a focus is on helping residents understand what it means and what it takes to help clean our waters. Featured speakers include community partners and DEP staff providing tips for what people
Rockville City Mayor and Council Meeting – Presentation on the Montgomery County Draft Climate Action Plan
Rockville City Mayor and Council Meeting – Presentation on the Montgomery County Draft Climate Action Plan Agenda: https://www.rockvillemd.gov/AgendaCenter/ViewFile/Agenda/_02082021-6122 To support social distancing, the Mayor and Council are conducting meetings virtually.
Montgomery County’s Draft Climate Action Plan: Diving Deeper with the Business Community
The business community plays an integral role in helping Montgomery County achieve its ambitious greenhouse gas emissions reduction goals. Join Adriana Hochberg, Montgomery County’s Climate Change Coordinator, and the County’s
Poolesville Green Living Series: Montgomery County Climate Action Plan
In mid 2019, Montgomery County launched a planning process to develop prioritized actions and strategies to meet the County’s GHG emissions reduction goals. The County intends to finalize the Climate
All About Montgomery County’s New Climate Action Plan
At this event hosted by the Town of Washington Grove, the County’s climate planning staff will provide an overview of the Draft Climate Action Plan. Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85458324724?pwd=Zjk2bzAzRUtYNUZLVWprTUUrVnhtQT09 Meeting ID:
Climate Action with Takoma Park and Montgomery County
What does the Montgomery County Climate Action Plan mean for Takoma Park? What is the role of municipalities in the plan? Join a discussion with Takoma Park Mayor Kate Stewart,
Montgomery County’s Climate Action Plan Presentation at Audubon Naturalist Society
The Audubon Naturalist Society is hosting a virtual presentation on Montgomery County’s new Draft Climate Action Plan with the County’s climate planning team. Come and join us to learn more
ONE MONTGOMERY GREEN, INC (OMG) Virtual Holiday Party 2020
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year’s annual holiday party will take place virtually on December 16, 2020 at 6:00 PM. Adriana Hochberg, Climate Change Coordinator and Assistant Administrative Office
