Happy World Environment Day! 🌎 Check out our website to see how you can get involved in enhancing the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water, and land. https://bit.ly/4fo3lGy

Have you seen painted storm drains throughout the County? The Storm Drain Art Program uses art to educate the public about the connection between our storm drains and local waterways. Want to volunteer? https://bit.ly/4sZkLws

Can't make it to a drop-off location during the weekend? Join us on Thursdays at the Clarksburg and Wheaton Farmers Markets. 1. Clarksburg Farmers Market (4:30-7:30 p.m.) 2. Wheaton Farmers Market (2-6 p.m.) https://bit.ly/4dyIvmg

Have you ever wondered what happens to your yard trim after it is picked up? Come with us to the Montgomery County Yard Trim Compost Facility in Dickerson, MD, and find out!

Memorial Day 2026: All County recycling and trash collection services will follow a slide schedule, with the last pick-up on Saturday, May 30. 🗑️ ♻️

Let's talk about mulch! When spreading mulch, we recommend following the Rule of 3: 1. A ring of mulch, 3 inches deep 2. At least 3 feet wide around the tree 3. The ring should start about 3 inches from the trunk so the mulch doesn’t touch the stem

With gas prices on the rise, conversations surround EVs have increased. But, the question remains: how much can you really save by plugging in? Check out what our EV Specialist, Brian Booher, has to say. 🔗 https://bit.ly/3PBNN7p #MoCo #EV

@montgomerycountymd.bsky.social has a problem with invasive vines killing trees. Volunteer groups like #TreeFriendsUnited, featured here, help & so can you. Look👀out for invasive vines🌿on trees on your private property & take action. 🌳Learn more ▶️ tinyurl.com/CutVines @mygreenmc.bsky.social

DEP ran a first of it’s kind event in Montgomery County! Residents exchanged over 300 gas leaf blowers for electric—leading to a cleaner, quieter environment for all. Have you made the switch yet? Visit your local retailers and switch to clean battery technology.

Happy Friday! To everyone who picks up after their fur babies. 😊 To the people who leave their fur babies' poop behind, we hope your pillow is always warm. There is no poop fairy & pet waste is not a natural fertilizer. Protect our waterway by scooping the poop. Learn more: https://bit.ly/4eCfjvL

Here are 5 things you can do to lower your utility bill and keep money in your pockets. 1️⃣Schedule a quick home energy checkup 2️⃣Monitor your thermostat 3️⃣ Sign up for Community Solar 4️⃣Unplug your chargers 5️⃣ Switch to LED bulbs Learn more: https://bit.ly/4nmbwVM

Dear neighbor, As you collect your grass, brush or anything else that has grown naturally in your yard, we have just 1 request: please protect your back and ours. If you can't lift your yard trim bag, neither can we. Sincerely, A professional who wants to protect their back https://bit.ly/4cZT6W3

Did you know that 188 million pounds of food scraps are put in the trash every year in MoCo alone? Skip the bin and bring your food scraps to a County food scraps recycling booth at a local farmers market. https://bit.ly/4dyIvmg

Litter on the ground doesn’t just “look bad,” it harms wildlife, clogs storm drains, & washes into our lakes and streams. Picking up litter, securing trash, reporting dumping, and volunteering make the County a cleaner, healthier place for everyone. Learn more ➡ https://bit.ly/4tVoWdH

Join us for a Toy & Game Swap & Fix‑It Clinic for on Sat, May 9, 11 a.m. -1 p.m. at Flora Singer Elementary School! Bring board games, video games and toys — or just come browse. Sign up for the Toy Fix-It Clinic here: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4AA8AB2CA7FAC61-63139608-toyfixit

Tune into our Facebook website NOW for the live stream from the EMTOC Microgrid ribbon cutting ceremony. @ltgovmiller.bsky.social @mcgexec.bsky.social @raskin.house.gov @mygreenmc.bsky.social @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social

Our planet needs us now more than ever. This year, we're challenging every resident to commit to 250 actions that protect our land, air, and water for generations to come. Together, we can make a difference. Join us at #MCGreenFest at BlackRock Center for the Arts in Germantown!

Thank you to everyone who came out to our Earth Month cleanup! 950 pounds of trash were removed. We collected 17 bags of trash, 15 bags of recycling, 3 tires and 3 boxes of scrap.

Our Earth Month edition of My Green Montgomery just dropped. Check it out! content.govdelivery.com/accounts/MDM...

Due to the severe weather advisories, the Transfer Station and Material Recovery Facility will close at 2:30 p.m. today, Monday, March 16, 2026.

Interested in advising the County Executive on water quality topics? Apply to be a part of Montgomery County's Water Quality Advisory Group! cexbcc.montgomerycountymd.gov/board/4047

As you prepare for the winter snow, don't forget to give your EV some TLC and charge it up! Cold weather makes your battery have to work harder, which can cut your driving range by 20% or more. Need help finding an EV charger near you? Visit www.plugshare.com

DEP UPDATE: Due to an HVAC issue, our administrative office at Reedie Drive is closed today, Jan. 21. If you need assistance, please call 240-777-0311.

DEP UPDATE: Due to an HVAC issue, our administrative office at Reedie Drive is closed today, Jan. 21. If you need assistance, please call 240-777-0311.

With #snow❄️in the forecast today for @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social, remember to be #SaltWise▶️ ☑️Shovel ice & snow early & often ☑️Use 1 ½ cups of salt for a 20-foot driveway ☑️After storm events, sweep up excess salt for reuse @mygreenmc.bsky.social @wsscwater.bsky.social @mococouncilmd.bsky.social

Holiday slide for Recycling and Trash! #MontgomeryCountyMD

Join us this Saturday, November 15, for a community paper shredding and recycling event. Bring up to 5 paper bags or small boxes of personal/confidential documents. Please stay in your vehicle for safety & smooth traffic flow. Watching the shredding is not allowed.

💅 On Wednesdays, we don’t use plastic bags (or any other day, for that matter). Starting January 1, 2026, most Montgomery County stores will no longer offer plastic bags, and paper bags will cost 10¢. Bring your own bag. Learn more: montgomerycountymd.gov/bag/resident... #ChangeIsInTheBag

Don’t trash your pumpkins — compost them! DEP operates 3 Food Scraps Recycling Drop-Offs at local farmers markets: 1️⃣ Bethesda Central Farmers Market – Sundays, 9 a.m.–1:30 p.m. 2️⃣ Downtown Silver Spring Market – Saturdays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m. 3️⃣ Olney Farmers and Artists Market – Sundays, 9 a.m.–1 p.m.

Friendly reminder, gas leaf blowers are banned in Montgomery County. www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dep/property...

Join us tomorrow in Kensington! driveelectricmonth.org/event?eventi...

Montgomery County organizations can now apply for Clean Water Montgomery Grants ranging from $40,000 to $100,000 to improve water quality and enhance stream health. Learn more cbtrust.org/grants/clean...

🔌🚘 Are you considering getting an EV?🔌🚘 With federal EV tax credits ending after September 30, now is a great time to learn more. Join @mygreenmc.bsky.social and #EVADC on Wednesday, September 3, at 7:30pm for “Ask an EV Owner.” ⭐RSVP here for meeting link and reminder▶️ surveymonkey.com/r/75dhzy2

Flooding is the most frequent severe weather event and the costliest natural disaster. Check the County's Flooding Portal for information on how to protect yourself and your property. montgomerycountymd.gov/flooding/

As you and millions of other people get outside and ride 🚴‍♂️this summer🌤️, do you have a plan🗒️for recycling♻️ your old e-bike battery🪫 when the time comes to replace it? 😃Now you do▶️ tinyurl.com/mwun6f5y @mygreenmc.bsky.social #bikemoco @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @frederickrecycles.bsky.social

The next time you buy groceries, consider how many single-use plastics you could avoid if you bought in bulk. Plastic packaging is the largest market for plastic and the largest source of plastic waste. Buying in bulk means more value for your wallet and a sustainable lifestyle. #PlasticFreeJuly

Do you know what to do during a flood warning? 1. Move to higher ground 2. Turn around, don’t drown! 3. Avoid flooded areas 4. Never drive through flooded areas 5. Don’t camp or park your vehicle along streams www.montgomerycountymd.gov/flooding/pre...

Ditch bottled water. Join Plastic Free July — a global effort to reduce plastic pollution. #DrinkTap. Save money. Protect the planet. Small change. Big impact.

The number of water💦rescues👨‍🚒🛶has gone down in Montgomery County, #Maryland, after it installed flood sensors two years ago. @montgomerycountymd.bsky.social @earlstoddard.bsky.social @mcfrspio.bsky.social @mygreenmc.bsky.social #turnarounddontdrown @noaa.gov wtop.com/montgomery-c...

Americans who think global warming is happening outnumber those who think it's not by a ratio of more than 4 to 1. Take the Climate Smart Pledge🙋‍♂️ & begin incorporating small steps daily (like riding the fare free RideOn bus🚌) to be part of the solution. ▶️ tinyurl.com/jth7estd @mygreenmc.bsky.social

Americans generate over 36 million tons of plastic waste per year. Most of the plastic we use every day is used once and then discarded. Help us reduce waste and litter by giving up plastics. Not sure where to start? Check out these tips! bit.ly/3XPLCgb #PlasticFreeJuly

It’s still hot out there! Stay safe, stay cool, and always #DrinkTap

Join us this Saturday, June 28, from 2-3 p.m. for an Electric Vehicle Information Session at the Germantown Library. mcpl.libnet.info/event/126495...

Have you seen Spotted Lanternfly nymphs? These are the juvenile forms of an invasive insect in our area. Don’t panic! They can be quite a nuisance. Squash, stomp, or use a hand vac to suck them up and discard them. Learn more about Spotted Lanternflies bit.ly/3ZZnkmf

A friendly reminder to all residents and businesses that the use of handheld, backpack and walk-behind gas leaf blowers and vacuums must stop by July 1, in Montgomery County! Unsure of what to do next? Visit www.montgomerycountymd.gov/dep/property...

💧💧ICYMI💧💧 A salt🧂 crisis is looming for U.S. rivers. washingtonpost.com/climate-envi... #montgomerycountymd #DMV #PotomacRiver #water @wsscwater.bsky.social @mygreenmc.bsky.social

Happy Monday! Today, we got to team up with the Poolesville Global Ecology Program and have a workday. Students were able to learn about native plants, gain hands-on experience restoring the environment and learn about different environmental jobs. 16 years of making eco-moves and we keep growing!

The Grosvenor Luxmanor Tributary Stream Restoration project will begin in June and is expected to be completed in November 2026. The project is part of the County’s ongoing effort to restore degraded streams, enhance aquatic habitat and reduce pollution caused by stream erosion. bit.ly/4kJvV4B

🔌🚗🔌 @mygreenmc.bsky.social @sierraclub.org @sustainablefcmd.bsky.social @mdenergy.bsky.social 🔗 www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...

Teaching little hands that only rain goes down the drain! 🎨