Lower your energy costs, become energy independent and participate in the renewable revolution: Join Capital Area Switch Together to learn about options for installing a solar energy system on the rooftop of your home or small business. The spring campaign for Switch Together, previously called Solar Switch, opens to applications
Earth Day is Tuesday, April 22, but Rockville and Montgomery County celebrate throughout spring with the following events:
Rockville’s Electric Vehicle Readiness plan is ready for review. Read the plan, provide comments through Monday, Feb. 3 and learn all about EVs and EV charging at engagerockville.com/evplan. The plan contains 26 actions in four categories to help support the transition from combustion engine vehicles to electric vehicles for City
Buy Energy-Saving Products Feb. 15-17 Homeowners thinking about upgrading an appliance, replacing a refrigerator, or even changing a light bulb, can do so tax free on Presidents Day weekend. From Saturday, Feb. 15-Monday, Feb. 17, purchases of the following energy-efficient Energy Star products are free from Maryland’s 6% sales tax:
A Mug-Full Will Suffice When You Deice Follow these tips to keep your sidewalks and drive-way snow- and ice-free, while minimizing the environmental impact: Shovel Early, Shovel OftenDeicers work best for melting thin layers of snow or ice. Shovel first before snow hardens into ice, breaking up any icy patches
A ban on the use of gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums takes effect Tuesday, July 1 and applies in the City of Rockville. The ban seeks to address the environmental, noise and health concerns related to gas-powered leaf blowers and leaf vacuums. It aims to reduce harmful air emissions and
January is National Radon Action Month and a reminder of what you can do to protect your home and family. Radon is an invisible, odorless, tasteless, radioactive gas. While no immediate symptoms will signal its presence, exposure at high levels can cause cancer. Testing is the only way to know
Rockville’s Electric Vehicle Readiness plan is nearly ready for its release. The draft plan is tentatively scheduled to be released Friday, Jan. 10. Community members will be able to read the plan, provide comments and get all their questions answered about EVs and EV charging at engagerockville.com/evplan. The plan will
As the post-holiday cleanup begins, remember: Find more information, including locations that accept batteries for recycling, at bit.ly/BatteryDisposal.For more information about how Rockville recycles, including printable holiday schedule calendars for your collection day, visit www.rockvillemd.gov/recycling-trash. Click here for a bulk waste or electronics recycling collection appointment.
From taking away your Christmas tree to purging your home of plastic bags, the city’s recycling and trash collections can help you safely clean up from the holidays and year-round. Place Christmas trees at the curb for pickup on regular recycling and trash collection days after removing all ornaments and
Rockville is offering a free four-part financial empowerment series this July as part of the BankOn Rockville program to help residents strengthen their money management skills and prepare for future financial goals. BankOn is an initiative that connects low- to
The Fourth of July is a time to celebrate. But leave the fireworks to the professionals.The private use and possession of fireworks, including sparklers, is illegal in Montgomery County and carries a fine of up to $1,000 and/or six months
Rockville Swim and Fitness Center’s Outdoor Pool Reopens Rockville made waves this summer with the reopening of the outdoor recreation pool at the Rockville Swim and Fitness Center, following a transformative renovation project aimed at enhancing access, safety and enjoyment
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