Join @mdlcv.bsky.social on Thursday at 6:00 PM for an informative webinar on air pollution, children’s health, and the benefits of electric school buses. Register here: www.marylandconservation.org/event/esb-we...

Great discussion in @strongtowns.org about how where we build schools can harm school budgets in the long term. Of course more bussing leads to more pollution too. www.strongtowns.org/journal/2026...

A new report out from Building Power Resource Center continues to point to solar, geothermal, and other clean energy solutions as also being a help to school budgets. #SchoolClimateAction #ClimateActionNow hechingerreport.org/green-school...

Safe walking, biking, and rolling to all the kids on their way to school for Walk, Bike, or Roll to School Day. It’s a healthy, climate friendly way to get to school and we need to keep our kids safe.

Discover how you can sponsor a unique opportunity for a local high school student to see their future in Urban Forestry! They can spend an ñ week diving into hands-on experiences and building skills on campus at the UMD, College Park. When: May 6, 1:00 PM Sign up: us02web.zoom.us/webinar/regi...

ICYMI the Prince George’s Board of Ed got an update on the Climate Change Action Plan at their last work session. The progress that PGCPS has made in combatting climate change is nothing short of amazing. #PGCPSProud #ClimateActionNow www.youtube.com/live/Md285a5...

NEED is looking for applications for the Youth Energy Leadership Award by 4/30 This award honors students showing effective leadership and energy knowledge. It’s available to graduating high school seniors or 1st or 2nd year university or technical school students. www.need.org/need-student...

#ActionFriday Saturday 4/11 @mothersoutfront.org and @chesapeakeclimate.bsky.social are hosting a training for #MakePollutersPay at University of Maryland. The funds from such a program could help fund electric school buses, net zero schools and more. Join the fight.

Celebrate National Walking Day All Week Wednesday is National Walking Day! National Walking Day was started in 2007 by Healthier Generation’s co-founder, the American Heart Association, to encourage Americans to be more active.

What is the Maryland Climate Teach-In? The Maryland Climate Teach-In is a celebration of statewide climate change literacy and learning throughout all of April. Join hundreds of Maryland educators and REGISTER to participate in the Maryland Climate Teach-In. www.surveymonkey.com/r/MDTeachInR...

#ActionFriday There are only one more session to let the PG Board of Education know that we still need to fund electric bus charging, climate friendly food, environmental education and other #ClimateChangeActionPlan priorities. Register now: tinyurl.com/2vmzpff9

#ActionFriday There are still two more sessions to let the PG Board of Education know that we still need to fund electric bus charging, climate friendly food, environmental education and other #ClimateChangeActionPlan priorities. Register now: tinyurl.com/2vmzpff9

Mothers Out Front is starting a campaign here in Prince George’s to push for a bill in MD to “Make Polluters Pay”. In the past when this bill was introduced the funds partially to give to schools for electric buses and net zero buildings. #ClimateAction RSVP here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

Despite federal rollbacks climate action in schools continues. @generation180.bsky.social helped 21 PA schools to assess their solar potential, apply, and secure nearly $17 million in state grants and federal tax credits for solar. Read more about this success: generation180.org/blog/pennsyl...

ICYMI, on 11/20, CEX Braveboy hosted a climate summit to bring Prince George’s clmate leaders together to join in climate action. The CCAP students spoke at the opening session (~1:25 into video) “On the count of 3, transformational change starts here. 1, 2, 3…” www.youtube.com/live/-BjaRsh...

#ActionAlert Do you know a PGCPS student with an interest in art and in the environment? The EcoAction art contest is back and accepting submissions until January 9. Nature’s Voice, Out Choice.

Interesting way that CT’s Green Bank is loaning funds to help schools go solar. These types of investments save taxpayers in the long run, but it’s hard for schools to find the upfront capital. Maybe it’s time for a MD Green Bank? www.canarymedia.com/articles/sol...

Very #PGCPSProud to see this month’s issue of School Transportation News with our very own Keba Baldwin on the cover. It included discussion of his efforts to make bus routes more efficient in line with Climate Change Action Plan recommendations.

Did you see that Ellen Ochoa Middle School received the 2025 AIA Maryland Public Building of the Year award? The school is LEED Gold, has geothermal heating/cooling, and has solar, making it net zero, consuming as much energy as it produces. Read more: www.pgcps.org/offices/capi...

Join Labor Network for Sustainability, We Build Progress, Bargaining for the Common Good, Building Power Resource Center, and Public School Strong on 11/19th at 3 ET for a webinar “Bargaining for Green Schools, Good Jobs, and Bright Futures.” Register here: actionnetwork.org/events/webin...

ICYMI the Prince George’s BoE Climate Change Action Plan Ad Hoc Workgroup got a briefing on solar installation and cleaner transportation in PGCPS last week. 😊New schools are getting solar 😢Electric bus lots are stalled Watch to learn more: youtu.be/3y_j-PZGp9c?...

Did you see that @generation180.bsky.social has a new resource out showing how schools can be a valuable resilience hub? Solar and onsite batteries can make schools a refuge when disaster hits. generation180.org/resource/pot...

#ActionFriday It’s that time of year to let the PGCPS Board of Education OBFA Committee that they should continue supporting the Climate Change Action Plan in next FY’s budget. Fill out the survey now. www.surveymonkey.com/r/SY26_Budget

It’s great to see that Maryland is still investing in the electric school bus future. This will be another great resource for PGCPS to continue progress on the Climate Action Plan. www.baltimoresun.com/2025/10/09/m...

Though you should be safe every day, play special care on October 8 for Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day. 8 Prince George’s schools have events to promote safe, active ways to get to school. www.walkbiketoschool.org/registration...

The Chispa Maryland team will discuss their Clean Buses Healthy Kids campaign at this upcoming webinar on Wed 10/8 from 12-12:30. They advocate for clean, electric school buses for our children. Register here: www.marylandconservation.org/event/conser...

Great news from Miami where they electric school buses are playing a key role in their path towards sustainability. #SchoolClimateAction thecityfix.com/blog/how-mia...

Comptroller @brookelierman.bsky.social has a new report finding 80% of MD schools need renovation or replacement. It’s a great opportunity to make sure new or renovated schools are efficient, solar, and have geothermal to save on long term operation costs. marylandmatters.org/2025/09/19/c...

Unfortunately, because of HR 1, the race is on to move on #CleanEnergy projects in our kids’ schools. Access to clean, cheap energy is something our kids deserve, but they do need help with the up front costs. grist.org/energy/stude...

#ActionFriday There are still opportunities to meet with Interim Superintendent Joseph to let him know you support #SchoolClimateAction in Prince George’s County Public schools!

Recent research from WRI shows that electric school buses could save $1.6 billion in health and climate costs a year nationally. What are we waiting for?! #SchoolClimateAction #SunDay thecityfix.com/blog/electri...

Solar panels are ready to be installed on Hyattsville Middle, just like they will be at all of the other Prince George’s Blueprint schools. It’s the School Climate Change Action Plan in action. #PGProud #ClimateAction #HappySunDay

A thought experiment. What if the world's climate policy for the next few years was: flood the planet with cheap or free solar panels? billmckibben.substack.com/p/a-modest-p...

Unfortunately, new research out shows the increasing physical and mental health burdens our children will experience as climate change continues to worsen. We must act now so things doesn’t get worst for our children and theirs. www.sciencedirect.com/science/arti...

#ActionFriday There are more opportunities to let your voice be heard with Dr. Joseph. He is holding 9 in person sessions with parents and other stakeholders and we can continue to share the good story of the PGCPS Climate Change Action Plan. www.pgcps.org/offices/supe...

Did you see the good news? PGCPS was awarded $2.5 million dollars by the @mdenergy.bsky.social! More of our kids will have healthier rides to school and PGCPS will save on fuel costs because of this investment. Read more: energy.maryland.gov/Pages/newsde...

We need to make sure that Interim Superintendent Joseph is aware of the PGCPS’s leadership on school climate action, that students and parents care, and that there are financial benefits to this work by attending one of his upcoming listening sessions. Register here: www.pgcps.org/offices/supe...

PGCPS is stepping up their game with solar on schools. They have an RFI out to move to installing solar on potentially up to 60 schools. This would lead to cost savings and and a cleaner school system. www.pgcps.org/offices/purc...

We are still catching up on all of the stories @canarymedia.com did as part of the Powering Rural Futures series. It’s an example closer to home of recent HS grads entering solar apprenticeships. This is a model we should look, especially for students in CTE. www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

Great story from @canarymedia.com and Rural News Network on opportunities in South Dakota to pursue apprenticeships in clean energy after high school. www.canarymedia.com/articles/cle...

A Prince George’s PTO dad had a nice oped in @marylandmatters.org about the need for all our children to have safe ways to walk and bike to school. #SafeStreets4All #ClimateAction marylandmatters.org/2025/05/24/w...

@worldresources.bsky.social is sharing the stories of students around the country advocating for electric school buses. We can’t let them down. They deserve quiet, healthy buses to get to school. We have the technology, we just need to keep the will. electricschoolbusinitiative.org/students-ele...

#ActionFriday Diesel buses produce harmful pollution that impacts our children’s health and ability to learn. Electric school buses are the solution, we just need a little help to get the revolution started. Tell Congress to fund electric school buses!

Did you see that Ellen Ochoa Middle School was certified LEED Gold this month? Especially exciting are its geothermal HVAC, storm water storage, and solar systems. Another reason to be #PGCPSProud of our school/ leading on #ClimateAction. www.usgbc.org/projects/ell...

Happy #EarthDay 🌎 We know things aren’t going well, but remember you can still make a difference at the grass roots level. For inspiration you can read how school districts around the US are leading on #ClimateAction! Maybe you can lead in your schools too? hep.gse.harvard.edu/978168253948...

Did you see that Labor Network 4 Sustainability is hosting an #EarthDay webinar talking about how teachers led on #ClimateAction! It’s 4/21 at 8pm EDT. Schools are an important nexus to keep action going so that our children have a future. actionnetwork.org/events/chica...

Interesting article from @canarymedia.com on vehicle to grid that talks about how electric schools buses in Massachusetts are leading the way with this new technology. www.canarymedia.com/articles/ele...

#ActionFriday HB 182 was a good traffic safety bill, but late on Wed. Sen Sydnor tacked on a rider to shrink school zones to 1/3 mi. This when kids aren’t guaranteed buses if they are within 1.5 mi. Call your Senator and tell them STOP Sydnor’s 182 Amendment. mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/M...

We haven’t had as much time this session, but if you want to read our comments on #MDGA2025 bills we posted them: climateparentspg.org/2025-marylan...

Join us Every Friday from March 21st until April 4th to let legislators know we don't want more gas plants in Maryland. Sign up and learn more here: www.mobilize.us/ccanactionfu...