To protect and enhance the quality of life in our community through the conservation, preservation, and restoration of our environment, guided by the principles of science, resource management, sustainability, and stewardship. 

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Christmas trees will be collected on your recycling day with the rest of your blue bin recyclables from December 26, 2008 through January 30, 2009. Make sure your Christmas tree is at the curb by 7 a.m.

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Wondering whether the day’s weather will affect your County-provided recycling or trash collection?  Subscribe to our collection status announcements by email, text message, or RSS.

Sustainability Working Group

Learn how government, residents, businesses and institutions are coming together through the Sustainability Working Group to forge a more sustainable future.  Established by law, the Group and its committees will develop a Climate Protection Plan by January 15, 2009.  Ultimately, the Group will develop a broad-based Sustainability Action Plan that goes well beyond greenhouse gas emission reductions.

Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Incentives

Are you considering a home energy efficiency project, or thinking about installing solar panels?   Learn about Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy Incentives available to Montgomery County residents and businesses before undertaking a project.  You may be able to save money and energy!

2009 Arbor Day National Poster Contest

Prizes for winning posters include savings bonds for the student and a check for their teachers. The deadline for entries in Maryland is March 17, 2009.

For more information, see the Arbor Day Poster Contest Guide Book (3MB). 

The Rainscapes Rewards Rebate Program is accepting applications!

Help your local watershed, and beautify your neighborhood. Find out how to apply for funding to assist with rain barrels, rain gardens, permeable paver projects, native plant gardens, tree canopy, and green roof projects! For more information on these techniques visit our Rainscapes page. 
Glen Echo Heights Residents are invited to take the Rainscapes Survey.