Tag Archive: GreenFest
Watershed Restoration Division – 2019 Highlights!
The mission of the Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County’s air, water and land in
Green Businesses connect, network, and teach at Montgomery County GreenFest!
On Saturday May 5th, 2018, Montgomery County GreenFest took place in Jesup Blair Local Park in Silver Spring. The largest GreenFest to date, it drew more than 1,000 attendees and
GreenFest Gravy: Businesses see benefits too
GreenFest is billed as a family-friendly celebration with music, exhibitors, and games focused on engaging and inspiring the public. But at an event of the size and scale of GreenFest,
GreenFest 2018 Recap: Inspiration in an urban park
Jesup Blair Local Park in the heart of Silver Spring was the place to be on May 5 for nearly 1000 festival-goers of all ages looking to enjoy eco-friendly exhibits,
Join our team! DEP is looking for two interns
DEP is looking for two interns to join our team part-time. The positions are paid. Both internships will start as soon as possible. Pet Waste Management Program – Division of Watershed
The Department of Environmental Protection won 4 NACo Awards
The Department of Environmental Protection was honored to have four of its programs awarded National Association of Counties recognition as part of the 2017 awards. While the award winners were
Overheard at GreenFest: What we learned interacting with attendees and exhibitors
Montgomery County GreenFest organizers invited everyone to “Explore, Learn and Enjoy” with a fun-filled schedule of events that kept a crowd of more than 800 festival goers busy as a
The County’s Great Green Fleet will deploy 16 alternative fuel vehicles by the end of FY 2017
As part of Montgomery County’s commitment to achieving energy efficiency, the County announced it has purchased 16 new Chevrolet Bolt electric vehicles (EV) – at a cost of $622,254.40 –
Thank you for coming out to GreenFest 2017!
More than 800 people braved the chilly weather and scattered rain showers to attend the third annual Montgomery County GreenFest on May 6th at Bohrer Park in Gaithersburg. They danced,
Teaming up to take back drugs – and protect water quality!
This spring, DEP is partnering with the Montgomery County Police to host a safe and free event that will allow residents to anonymously dispose of their unwanted, unused, or expired
Call for exhibitors and vendors for the 2017 Montgomery County GreenFest on May 6th
The 3rd annual Montgomery County GreenFest will take place on Saturday, May 6 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. This year’s event will be hosted by the City of Gaithersburg
Thanks for making the Montgomery County GreenFest a success!
This year’s Montgomery County GreenFest was held last Saturday, April 30th, and we couldn’t have asked for a better event! The festival was held in beautiful Takoma Park, with activities
2nd annual Montgomery County GreenFest entertainment lineup is set
The Montgomery County GreenFest Planning Committee has announced the entertainment lineup for the 2nd Annual GreenFest. It is the County’s largest environmental festival, a dynamic celebration to bring together a
Watch My Green Montgomery TV Episode 7
In this episode of My Green Montgomery TV, hosted by Susan Stark, we’re going to see what is being installed on some county buildings, take you to the H2O Summit,
Join DEP in celebrating Earth Month!
Each year, in honor of Earth Day, April 22, the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) hosts, and participates in, an array of activities during the month of April.
GreenFest to screen documentary E.O. Wilson: Of Ants and Men
The Montgomery County GreenFest is partnering with the Environmental Film Festival in the Nation’s Capital for a special screening of the popular and inspirational documentary, E.O. Wilson: Of Ants and Men.
Thank you for an amazing Montgomery County GreenFest!
Despite the wind and cold weather, March 28, 2015 will be remembered as the successful launch of an annual tradition in the County. The Montgomery County GreenFest was attended by
Bring the whole family to the Montgomery County GreenFest
“The Montgomery County GreenFest is a celebration of our environment and an opportunity for County residents to learn about actions they can take to reduce their impact“, said Lisa Feldt,
Montgomery County GreenFest schedule and website now live
The Montgomery County GreenFest has announced its event schedule and programming through its new website at montgomerycountygreenfest.org. Those interested in attending this free event can now start planning their day
A director’s welcome: A new adventure at DEP
Greetings! I’m Lisa Feldt, the new Director of the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection. I have been at my post for a little more than a month now and
Watch the presentations and speakers from the Silver Spring GreenFest
Did you miss the Silver Spring GreenFest? Don’t worry, because we filmed all the presentations from the day and added them to the Department of Environmental Protection YouTube channel.
Silver Spring Greenfest en Español
Le invitamos al segundo festival “Silver Spring GreenFest” anual el sábado, 5 de octubre de 10 am a 5 pm en Veteran’s Plaza y el edificio del Civic Center en
Silver Spring GreenFest
Downtown Silver Spring is going green on Saturday, October 5th! For the second year, Silver Spring is hosting a GreenFest with environmentally themed vendors, activities, games and educational opportunities. The
