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Environment

DPS to Mark Septic Smart Week With New Podcast, Resources

DPS is preparing a podcast episode and educational content ahead of EPA's Septic Smart Week, with nearly 20,000 county septic systems.

DPS· Aug 7, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Constructive Comments | Aug. 2026”
Aug 7
Environment

Free Shade Tree Applications Due August 8

Reforest Montgomery's spring 2027 planting season application period closes Aug. 8 for eligible urban and urbanizing county properties.

Luedtke· Aug 5, 2026· 2 links
From: Councilmember Dawn Luedtke — “Protecting Our Community from Gun Violence”
Aug 5
Environment

Potomac River Health Advisory Fully Lifted

Montgomery County lifted the remaining health advisory for the Potomac River, County Executive Elrich announced Aug. 5.

PIO· Aug 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Media Advisory - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich's Weekly Media Briefing at 12:30 p.…”
Aug 5
Environment

Council Begins Worksessions on Future Waste Disposal

The County Council held its first briefing on long-term waste disposal options, including the future of the Dickerson Resource Recovery Facility.

Fani-González· Aug 5, 2026· 0 links
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Data Centers on Pause | Español abajo”
Aug 5
Environment

Plastic Bag Use Drops Below 2% Under New County Law

A Sierra Club survey finds single-use plastic bag use nearly eliminated at Montgomery County grocery stores since January 2026.

Stewart· Aug 4, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Councilmember Stewart and Sierra Club Tout Success of Bring Your Own Bag Law”
Aug 4
Environment

County Awards $1.5M for Climate Home Upgrades to Four Nonprofits

DEP's HEECAP program grants $1.5M to four organizations helping low- and moderate-income residents electrify and weatherize homes.

DEP· Aug 4, 2026· 5 links
From: Press Release - Montgomery County, MD — “Montgomery County Awards $1.5 Million to Support Climate Preparedness Home Upgra…”
Aug 4
Environment

County to Begin Biweekly Solid Waste Worksessions in September

The Council will hold biweekly worksessions starting in September to review solid waste disposal options, including the county incinerator.

Evans· Aug 3, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Shebra Evans — “Shebra's August Updates”
Aug 3
Environment

Groups Raise Alarm Over Maryland Commercial Building Code Proposal

Environmental groups say proposed Maryland building code changes for large commercial sites would weaken national energy standards.

mc_climate· Aug 1, 2026· 2 links
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: August - It's cool on the bus”
Aug 1
Environment

Kensington School Installs 19.8 kW Rooftop Solar System

Spring Bilingual Montessori Academy in Kensington installed a 19.8 kW rooftop solar system expected to save $6,888 annually.

mc_climate· Aug 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: August - It's cool on the bus”
Aug 1
Environment

DEP Seeks Volunteers for Fix-It Clinics and Mending Labs

Montgomery County DEP is recruiting volunteers with repair skills for Fix-It Clinics and Mending Labs countywide.

mc_climate· Aug 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: August - It's cool on the bus”
Aug 1
Environment

Solar Policy Coffee Chat with Solar United Neighbors Aug. 31

Solar United Neighbors hosts a solar policy and advocacy coffee chat on August 31, 2026, 3–4 p.m.

mc_climate· Aug 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: August - It's cool on the bus”
Aug 1
Environment

Illumination Station Events at Three County Libraries

DEP's Illumination Station pop-ups visit White Oak, Connie Morella, and Marilyn J. Praisner libraries in August 2026.

mc_climate· Aug 1, 2026· 3 links
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: August - It's cool on the bus”
Aug 1
Environment

Fix-It Clinic at Gaithersburg Library Aug. 8

DEP's Fix-It Clinic at Gaithersburg Library runs August 8, 2026, 11 a.m.–3 p.m.

mc_climate· Aug 1, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: August - It's cool on the bus”
Aug 1
Environment

Health Advisory Lifted for Potomac Shoreline After Sewage Leak

Montgomery County DHHS lifts all remaining health advisories for Potomac River shoreline and sediment between Lock 11 and Minnie's Island.

DHHS· Jul 31, 2026· 2 links
From: Statement - Montgomery County, MD — “Statement from Montgomery County Health Officer Dr. Kisha Davis on Lifting the H…”
Jul 31
Environment

County Planning Board Hosts Agrivoltaics Forum for Ag Reserve

The Montgomery County Planning Board held a community forum on agrivoltaics and renewable energy integration in the Agricultural Reserve.

Sayles· Jul 31, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Laurie-Anne Sayles — “The Sayles Sentinel: Leading Locally. Impacting Nationally.”
Jul 31
Environment

County Council Discusses Future of Waste Management, Disposal

The Montgomery County Council held a discussion on the future of waste management and disposal at its July 28 session.

Stewart· Jul 30, 2026· 0 links
From: Councilmember Kate Stewart — “Keeping Up with Kate: Data centers, waste management, and upcoming events”
Jul 30
Environment

Council Votes 18-Month Data Center Moratorium

Montgomery County Council unanimously approved an 18-month pause on new data center approvals, merging proposals by Councilmembers Glass and Jawando.

Glass· Jul 30, 2026· 1 link
From: Councilmember Evan Glass — “Glass Gazette: July 30, 2026”
Jul 30
Environment

Maryland Energy Administration Residential Energy Equity Program Open

Maryland nonprofits and local governments can apply by Oct. 1, 2026 for energy efficiency upgrades for low-to-moderate income residents.

OGM· Jul 27, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “OGM Re-Organization and Welcome to New Staff”
Jul 27
Environment

PHP Committee Reviews Solar Zoning Update Under State Law

ZTA 26-07 would separate rooftop and ground-mounted solar standards and align county zoning with the 2025 Renewable Energy Certainty Act.

MCCouncil· Jul 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on July 27, 2026”
Jul 24
Environment

Hearing Sept. 15: Bill 35-26 Exempts Farm Brush Management from Forest Conservation Rules

Bill 35-26 would clarify that routine vegetation maintenance on agricultural land under federal standards is exempt from forest conservation requirements.

MCCouncil· Jul 24, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council to Hold Public Hearings on July 28, Sept. 15 and Sept.…”
Jul 24
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