This year’s Earth Month celebrations will feature activities, workshops, and events designed to bring the community together in support of a healthier, more sustainable environment. Here’s a look at some of the exciting highlights happening this month:
Kick off Earth Month by attending the 12th Annual Montgomery County Energy Summit on Tuesday, April 8 and Wednesday, April 9, at the Silver Spring Civic Center. This two-day event will offer a variety of educational sessions, hands-on workshops and personalized resources for building professionals. Whether you're looking to dive deep into energy efficiency or take your sustainable practices to the next level, this summit is the place to be!
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Celebrate the 10th Montgomery County Annual GreenFest on Saturday, April 26, at Marian Fryer Town Plaza from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. GreenFest is the County’s largest environmental festival, bringing together eco-conscious vendors, organizations and activities. Whether you're looking for ways to reduce your carbon footprint or simply want to enjoy a fun, GreenFest is an event you don't want to miss!
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April 7 - 13 is Food Waste Prevention Week. Join DEP at the Bethesda Central Farm Market on Saturday, April 13 where we will highlight the Food Scraps Recycling Program at the farmers market. Stop by to recycle your food scraps and explore the farmers market.
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Get educated on climate change and how to take action with Climate Conversations at County libraries. DEP ambassadors will be onsite to share valuable information, offer free giveaways and guide residents on how to become more climate-smart in their everyday lives. Visit the DEP calendar for more information.
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This year marks the 10th anniversary of the Tree Montgomery program. Over the last 10 years, Tree Montgomery has successfully planted over 18,400 trees across the County!
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Montgomery County is expanding its curbside recycling program! The County now collects electronics and household batteries, making it easier for residents to recycle these materials safely. This phased-in service will be available to all County residents who receive County-provided recycling services with full implementation by the end of 2025.. The service is part of Montgomery County’s ongoing efforts to reduce the risk of trash fires and reduce waste and recycle more, aiming for zero waste.Â
To learn more about the expansion click here.Â
We’re excited to share our new video, All About Stream Restoration! The video highlights the importance of stream restoration projects happening in the County and the crucial role they play in preserving and improving the health of our local waters. The video also explains the process and benefits of stream restoration, highlighting the positive impact on the environment.
Click here to watch the video (in English or Spanish) or to learn more!
The 2024 Resilience Through Art project, led by local artist Dinah Myers Schroeder, was born out of the County’s Climate Action Plan, which advocates for a “whole-of-government” approach to tackling climate change. Motivated by this initiative, a climate ambassador from DHHS’ Crisis Center sought to create a work of art that would inspire hope and healing among residents most vulnerable to, and disproportionately impacted by, climate-related hazards. It combined artistic expression with themes of climate resilience and social justice.
Interested in learning more? Check out the blog written by the Arts & Humanities Council of Montgomery County.Â
Climate Change Officer, Sarah Kogel-Smucker and Montgomery Municipal Cable released a video with tips on how you can battle climate change while being climate smart. And the best part? You can watch it all unfold in less than 180 seconds.
Click here to watch the video.
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