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DEP Hosts HOA Environmental Stewardship Event in Gaithersburg

Montgomery County DEP invites HOA leaders and property managers to a free environmental resources event July 22 at Gaithersburg Library.

DEP· Jul 13, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “Summer Stormwater Inspections & Maintenance Newsletter”
Jul 13
Environment

TE Committee Reviews Four Water and Sewer Category Change Requests

The TE Committee meets July 13 at 1:30 p.m. to review four proposed amendments to the county's Comprehensive Water and Sewer Plan.

MCCouncil· Jul 10, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “Montgomery County Council Committee Meetings on July 13, 2026”
Jul 10
Environment

En Sintonía Covers Flood Preparedness Friday on Radio America

County DEP's Ana Arriaza joins En Sintonía July 10 to discuss flood preparedness tips for Montgomery County residents.

MCCouncil· Jul 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Council – Press Release — “En Sintonía Highlights Flooding Preparedness and Summer Recreation, Friday at 2 …”
Jul 9
Environment

Council to Brief on Trash Disposal Future July 28

A July 28 Council briefing will examine long-term waste disposal options, including the Resource Recovery Facility and long-haul alternatives.

Fani-González· Jul 9, 2026· 1 link
From: Council President Natali Fani-González — “Coming up at the County Council | Español abajo”
Jul 9
Environment

County Program Offers Free Food Scraps Recycling for Businesses

Montgomery County's Food Scraps Recycling Partnership Program provides free carts, liners, training, and weekly collection to commercial properties.

SORRT· Jul 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “SORRT Spring/Summer 2026 Newsletter”
Jul 8
Environment

County Honors 27th Annual Recycling Achievement Award Winners

Montgomery County recognized businesses, schools, and a church for outstanding recycling and waste-reduction efforts on May 20.

SORRT· Jul 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “SORRT Spring/Summer 2026 Newsletter”
Jul 8
Environment

Free Janitorial Recycling Training Offered in English, Spanish

Montgomery County's free Janitorial Training Program teaches custodial staff recycling, composting, and waste-reduction practices.

SORRT· Jul 8, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County, MD — “SORRT Spring/Summer 2026 Newsletter”
Jul 8
Environment

Montgomery County Plastic Bag Ban Took Effect Jan. 1

A new county law bans plastic carryout bags and adds a 10-cent tax on paper bags, with retailers keeping 5 cents.

SORRT· Jul 8, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County, MD — “SORRT Spring/Summer 2026 Newsletter”
Jul 8
Environment

DEP July 2026 Events: Sewing, Recycling, Environmental Fair

DEP's July calendar includes teen sewing workshops, recycling orientations, an environmental fair, and a native plants workshop.

DEP· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “Cut The Plastic, Prep For Hurricanes & Have Fun in the Sun!”
Jul 2
Environment

County Seeks Input on Winter Road Salt Use

Montgomery County is recruiting residents, businesses, and contractors to participate in an online discussion about de-icing practices.

DEP· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: My Green Montgomery — “Cut The Plastic, Prep For Hurricanes & Have Fun in the Sun!”
Jul 2
Environment

DEP Seeks Volunteer Fixers for Fix-It Clinics

Montgomery County DEP is recruiting volunteer repair experts for Fix-It Clinics and Mending Labs to help residents repair items.

DEP· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “Cut The Plastic, Prep For Hurricanes & Have Fun in the Sun!”
Jul 2
Environment

DEP Launches Plastic Free July Campaign

Montgomery County DEP encourages residents to reduce single-use plastic waste throughout July 2026.

DEP· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: My Green Montgomery — “Cut The Plastic, Prep For Hurricanes & Have Fun in the Sun!”
Jul 2
Environment

Maryland Resilience Grants Database Launched by Emergency Management

Maryland Department of Emergency Management launched a searchable toolkit of resilience grants; Urban Tree Program deadline is July 15.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Environment

Chesapeake Bay Youth Education Grant Applications Due July 9

Chesapeake Bay Trust and NOAA offer up to $10,000 for youth environmental education; applications due July 9, 2026.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Environment

COG Climate Action Awards Applications Due July 7

The Metropolitan Washington COG Climate Action Awards are open to nonprofits and community groups; applications due July 7, 2026.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Environment

Rooftop Solar 101 Community Session Set for July 28

Switch Together hosts a Rooftop Solar 101 information session on July 28, 2026 from 6:30–7:30 p.m.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 0 links
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Environment

Webinar on Utility Bills and EV Charging July 23

A free 30-minute webinar on July 23 covers electric vehicle charging costs and utility billing.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Environment

Solar Coffee Chat Scheduled for July 20

A Solar Coffee Chat is set for July 20, 2026 from 4:00–5:00 p.m.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Environment

Illumination Station Energy Event at Long Branch Library July 15

Illumination Station event runs July 15 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. at Long Branch Library.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
Environment

Agrivoltaics Event at M-NCPPC July 9

Free event on July 9 explores growing food under solar panels at the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission.

mc_climate· Jul 2, 2026· 1 link
From: Montgomery County Climate — “Climate News: Heat Precautions, Plastic Free July”
Jul 2
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