Labor Day Waste Collection Schedule
County Government offices, with the exception of public safety agencies, will be closed on Monday, September 7, in observance of the Labor Day holiday.
Curbside collection of organics (food scraps and yard trim) will slide from Monday, September 7, to Tuesday, September 8.
Regular trash, bulky, and recycling collection services will also slide to the following day, with regular collection starting Wednesday, September 9, through Saturday, September 12.
For more information on County-contracted waste collection services, visit mypgc.us/clearthecurb.
Itinerario de Recolección de Residuos por el Día del Trabajo
Las oficinas del Gobierno del Condado, con la excepción de las agencias de seguridad pública, estarán cerradas el lunes 7 de septiembre en conmemoración del Día del Trabajo.
La recolección de residuos orgánicos (restos de alimentos y recortes de jardín) se desplazará del lunes 7 de septiembre al martes 8 de septiembre. Las recolecciones de basura, de basura voluminosa y de reciclaje se pospondrán al día siguiente desde el miércoles 9 de septiembre hasta el sábado 12 de septiembre.
Para más información sobre los servicios de recolección de residuos contratados por el Condado, visite mypgc.us/clearthecurb.
 Please place your carts and materials at the curb according to the adjusted schedule shown in the graphic.
Help us spread the word! Save this schedule and share it with your neighbors so everyone is ready for the holiday collection change. For more information, visit mypgc.us/clearthecurb.
From cleaner communities and waterways to smarter waste management and beautification efforts, the Prince George's County Department of the Environment (DoE) is working every day to help ELEVATE and create a cleaner, greener County.
Our 2026 Accomplishments at a Glance highlights the impact of programs and initiatives across the County—from community and neighborhood cleanups and PGCLitterTRAK to new Bigbelly trash and recycling receptacles, storm drain stenciling, tree planting, curbside bulky trash collection, and more.
These numbers tell an important story: when County programs, communities, and residents work together, we can make ELEVATE our County and make a measurable difference.
Take a look at some of the ways DoE is working to protect our environment, beautify our neighborhoods, and improve the quality of life for Prince Georgians.
The Prince George's County Department of the Environment and Prince George’s Arts and Humanities Council are calling on filmmakers to submit films for the new Climate & Environmental Storytelling Track of the Prince George's Film Festival.
We're looking for compelling stories that explore climate action, environmental justice, sustainability, clean energy, conservation, resilience, and community-led solutions.
Narratives, documentaries, shorts, animation, and student films are welcome.
Selected films will be featured as part of the Climate & Environmental Storytelling Track, which kicks off November 19 in conjunction with the Braveboy Climate Leadership Summit and continues during the Prince George's Film Festival, November 19–22.
Submission deadline: August 28, 2026
Join Us at the
Braveboy Climate Leadership Summit!
Join us for the Braveboy Climate Leadership Summit, Prince George's County's signature annual event, taking place on November 19, 2026, at Bowie State University in the Martin Luther King, Jr. Center, 14000 Jericho Park Road, Bowie, MD, from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m.
This summit will unite leaders from government, business, nonprofit, faith, and education sectors who are dedicated to advancing climate action.
- Connect with changemakers.
- Explore innovative solutions.
- Strengthen partnerships.
- Help build a more resilient and sustainable Prince George's County!
More details and registration information coming soon!
¡Reserve la Fecha – Braveboy Climate Leadership Summit!
Acompáñenos al Braveboy Climate Leadership Summit, el evento principal de “liderazgo de acción climática” del Condado de Prince George, que se llevará a cabo el 19 de noviembre de 2026 en la Universidad Estatal de Bowie, en el Centro Martin Luther King, Jr., ubicado en 14000 Jericho Park Road, Bowie, MD.
Esta cumbre reunirá a líderes de los sectores gubernamental y empresarial, de organizaciones sin fines de lucro, de comunidades de fe y de educación, comprometidos con el avance de la acción climática.
- Conecta con líderes que impulsan el cambio.
- Descubre soluciones innovadoras.
- Fortalece asociaciones.
- ¡Ayuda a construir un condado de Prince George más resiliente y sostenible!
- ¡Próximamente compartiremos más detalles e información sobre el registro!
A Summer to Remember For DoE Interns
Prince George's County Department of the Environment (DoE) recently concluded its Summer Youth Enrichment Program, bringing six weeks of learning, exploration, and hands-on experience to a close for 11 interns.
Throughout the summer, the interns participated in special projects and field experiences that introduced them to various aspects of the Department's work. Their experiences included visits to Stormwater Management sites, Brown Station Road Sanitary Landfill, Poplar Island, and the County's animal shelter, as well as other opportunities to observe environmental programs and operations firsthand.
During their final week with DoE, the interns presented and attended an awards event marking the conclusion of their summer experience.
This Sunday, August 23, 2026, 10 a.m. - 2 p.m.
$20 Fee (Cash Only)
Includes Rabies Vaccinations and Microchipping
Registration is Required
Rain or Shine
While supplies last!
The Prince George's County Animal Shelter will host a Drive-Up Dog and Cat Vaccination Clinic on Sunday, August 23, 2026, from 10 a.m. - 2 p.m., at 3750 Brown Station Road, Upper Marlboro, MD 20770.
County residents can receive rabies vaccinations and microchipping services for $20 per pet (cash only). Please bring proof of residency. There is a limit of two pets per vehicle.
To register, scan the QR code on the event flyer. For additional details, visit www.princegeorgespets4us.com.
Green Festival – A Family and
Pet-Friendly Event
Prince George's County Green Festival is back for a FREE day of outdoor fun, discovery, and community!
Families and children can enjoy hands-on activities, interactive exhibits, music, and games in an engaging environment.
While the kids play, parents can enjoy food trucks, connect with local vendors and community partners, discover County resources, and learn about programs and services available throughout Prince George's County.
Join us for a day filled with smiles, laughter, learning, and family memories in the making.
We're still accepting applications for vendors, exhibitors, and food truck vendors.
October 10, 2026
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
David C. Driskell Community Park, Hyattsville, MD
Green Festival – ¡Un Evento para toda la Familia!
Green Festival del Condado de Prince George regresa con un día GRATUITO lleno de diversión al aire libre, aprendizaje y comunidad!
Niños y adultos podrán disfrutar de actividades interactivas, exhibiciones educativas, música, juegos y muchas experiencias para toda la familia.
Mientras los más pequeños se divierten, las familias podrán disfrutar de camiones de comida, conocer a vendedores locales y organizaciones comunitarias, explorar recursos del Condado y descubrir programas y servicios disponibles para los residentes del Condado de Prince George.
¡Los esperamos para compartir un día lleno de sonrisas, aprendizaje y momentos inolvidables en familia!
10 de octubre de 2026
11 a.m. – 4 p.m.
David C. Driskell Community Park, Hyattsville, MD
Learn More Here
Prince George’s County is investing nearly half a million dollars in 15 community-led projects to help neighborhoods prepare for, respond to, and recover from climate-related emergencies.
Through the Community Resilience Hub Grant Program, administered in partnership with the Chesapeake Bay Trust, local nonprofits, faith-based organizations, community associations, and municipalities will expand:
 Emergency preparedness
Food security
Renewable energy solutions
Climate education
Community gardens and food forests
Neighborhood resilience resources
Learn more and view the complete list of awardees Prince George's County Awardees.
Adoption Fees are Waived Throughout August
August is heating up at Prince George's County Animal Services Facility and Adoption Center (ASFAC)! We're excited to join NBCUniversal's Clear the Shelters Campaign and the Maryland 3000 Adoptions Challenge. All month long, adoption fees are WAIVED —adopt your new best friend for FREE!
NBC4 host Tommy McFly stopped by to spotlight pet adoption and energize our team, helping us spread the word about these life-changing events.
Since 2015, NBCUniversal, Telemundo, and local partners have helped nearly 1.2 million pets find homes and raised over $5 million for animal welfare through Clear The Shelters.
For more information about adopting or fostering a pet, visit www.princegeorgespets4us.com.
Click here to view photos from the visit.
The next FREE E-Waste & Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) event will be held on Saturday, September 12, 2026, at Largo Government Center, 9200 Basil Court, Largo, MD, from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., rain or shine.
Be part of the movement to protect our environment—let's make a difference together! For more information, visit mypgc.us/clearthecurb.
El próximo evento GRATUITO de reciclaje de artículos electrónicos y residuos peligrosos del hogar (HHW, por sus siglas en inglés) se llevará a cabo el sábado 12 de septiembre del 2026, de 8 a.m. - 1 p.m., en Largo Government Center, 9200 Basil Court, Largo, MD.
Sé parte del movimiento para proteger nuestro medio ambiente—¡marquemos la diferencia juntos! Para más información, visite mypgc.us/clearthecurb.
Join us for our FREE Mobile Document Shredding Events - a safe and easy way to dispose of sensitive documents.
Saturday, September 26, 2026
Accokeek Library; 15773 Livingston Road, Accokeek, MD
8 a.m. – 1 p.m. (Rain or Shine)
Limit: Up to 5 boxes per vehicle
Non-commercial vehicles only
Acompáñanos en nuestros Eventos GRATIS de Trituración de Documentos Móviles — una forma segura y fácil de desechar documentos sensibles.
Sabado, 26 de septiembre del 2026
Accokeek Library; 15773 Livingston Road, Accokeek, MD
8 a. m. – 1 p. m. (llueva o haga sol)
Límite: hasta 5 cajas por vehículo
Solo vehículos no comerciales
Más información: mypgc.us/clearthecurb
If you own a gas vehicle, driving during the hot summer months can be particularly detrimental for #ozone levels.
While it may be tempting to travel by car, Clean Air Partner challenges you to ride your bike on days with good air quality and enjoy the built-in breeze.
Visit www.cleanairpartners.net for more information
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Composting your food scraps and yard trim is a simple way to be greener–every meal, every scrap, every Monday! To learn how, visit mypgc.us/compost.
El compostaje con sus desechos de alimentos y recortes de jardín es una forma sencilla de ser más ecológico: ¡cada comida, cada desecho, cada lunes! Para saber cómo, visite mypgc.us/compost.
 Consejo del martes
Connect With Us on LinkedIn
We will use LinkedIn to share updates on climate and energy work in Prince George's County, along with resources, programs, and opportunities to stay engaged.
If you are interested in what we are building across the County, we would love to connect with you there.
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