Paper bag law proves successful
Sustainability is on the rise in Montgomery County as the “Bring Your Own Bag” law is in full compliance. Passed unanimously by the County Council in February of 2025, the… Read More
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Planet Maryland Festival Returns for Lessons on Sustainability
The annual Planet Maryland Festival invites the community to celebrate sustainability with talks from nutrition experts and advocates, food vendors and exhibitions. The festival will take place on June 22… Read More
National Park Service Seeks Input on Glen Echo Park’s Future
The National Park Service (NPS) is seeking input on its plans to upgrade Glen Echo Park. Glen Echo Park began in 1891 as a National Chautauqua Assembly and became an… Read More
Montgomery, Wheaton Malls to Host Good Festivals
Westfield Wheaton and Westfield Montgomery in Bethesda will each host their inaugural Good Festival. The events will focus on environmental education and sustainable shopping. Montgomery Mall’s festival, scheduled for May… Read More
El Condado Celebra el Mes de la Tierra en Abril
Abril es el “Mes de la Tierra” en el condado de Montgomery. El Departamento de Protección Ambiental del condado organizará una amplia variedad de actividades durante todo el mes. Se… Read More
County Celebrates Earth Month in April
April is “Earth Month” in Montgomery County. The county’s Department of Environmental Protection will host a wide range of activities throughout the month. They’ll focus on environmental awareness, sustainability and… Read More
Richard Montgomery Grad Urges Fashion Industry to Use Sustainable Fabrics
Richard Montgomery High School graduate Lexy Silverstein cares about fashion. But she also cares about the Earth. The 20-year-old from Rockville intends to make a career out of helping people… Read More
New Police Station in Gaithersburg Will Be County’s First Energy-Efficient Public Building
Montgomery County broke ground on a new 6th District County Police Station in Gaithersburg last Thursday. The station will be the county’s first sustainably designed and energy-efficient public building, according… Read More
Startups Pitch to Hotel Brands About Sustainability Advancements
Startup leaders spoke with hotel company representatives in the area about sustainability advancements. The startups joined a pitch event with the Hospitality Tech Accelerator on Wednesday at the Montgomery County… Read More
Celebrate Earth Day with These Ecological Events
Earth Day is Friday, April 22, and events have bloomed all around Montgomery County. Whether residents prefer virtual or in-person activities, family-friendly festivals, or more service-oriented endeavors, there is an… Read More
Plant-Based, Environmentally Friendly Restaurant Shouk Opens in Rockville
The plant-based restaurant Shouk opened its third location in the area on Tuesday. The restaurant features global street foods ranging from mushroom shawarma to pulled jackfruit BBQ. Co-founder and chef… Read More
Montgomery Parks to Host Fun Run at Wheaton Regional to Celebrate Earth Month
In celebration of Earth Month, Montgomery Parks will be hosting the “Restore Our Earth Fun Run and Walk” at Wheaton Regional Park on Saturday, Apr. 24 from 9 a.m. to… Read More