County Revs Up Efforts to Reduce Emissions
Montgomery County is moving on from benchmarking its energy consumption and needs to pouring resources toward a net free greenhouse emissions area by 2035. “We are in action mode,” declared… Read More
Department of Environmental Protection
Department of Environmental Protection Video Touts Progress in Meeting Climate Action Plan Goals
Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection’s (DEP) “2024 Year in Review” video highlights the innovation, achievements and environmental stewardship the County is making toward meeting the goals of the Climate Action… Read More
County Offers RainScapes Rebates for Stormwater Runoff Solutions
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is now accepting RainScapes Reward Rebate applications. Residents and businesses can receive rebates for reducing stormwater runoff from their properties. Eligible homeowners… Read More
$750K Grant Program Accepting Proposals to Improve Water Quality
A $750,000 grant program is accepting proposals for projects to improve water quality in the county. The county’s Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) offers the Clean Water Montgomery Grant Program… Read More
County Cracking Down on Illegal Commercial House Parties
Multiple Montgomery County departments and agencies are collaborating to respond to illegal commercial house parties as they occur in the area. Assistant Chief Administrative Officer Dr. Earl Stoddard announced the… 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
County to Recognize Green Businesses in Collaboration with Nonprofit
Montgomery County will once again recognize businesses for being eco-friendly. The county’s Department of Environmental Protection has relaunched the Green Business Certification Program. The program will recognize local businesses and… Read More
Eco-Friendly Christmas Tree Disposal Options
Many families in Montgomery County celebrate the holiday season with a live cut Christmas tree. Now is the time to dispose of the trees in an eco-friendly fashion. Montgomery County’s… Read More
County Announces Expanded Recycling Programs
On America Recycles Day, Montgomery County announced expanded recycling programs with more items like mattresses now accepted. The county began accepting additional items for recycling recently – mattresses and box… Read More
Hillandale Local Park to Reopen After Renovations
Montgomery Parks is celebrating the reopening of Hillandale Local Park after considerable renovations and improvements. Headlined by a ribbon-cutting ceremony, the park is set to reopen on Nov. 4 with… Read More
ECOWISE Program Provides Inexpensive Way to Dispose of Hazardous Material
The Department of Environmental Protection is advertising its ECOWISE program to promote the proper way to dispose of hazardous material in an inexpensive and convenient manner. The program provides local… Read More
County RainScapes Rebate Program Reopens Aug. 1
Montgomery County accepts applications for the RainScapes Rebate Program again on Tuesday, Aug. 1. The program, which offers rebates to homeowners who make improvements to reduce stormwater runoff, stopped accepting… Read More