Live Green Howard

Can't make it to a National Park on this #GreatOutdoorsDay? Discover one of Howard County's fantastic parks close to home: howardcountymd.gov/recreation-par…

Did you know? A federal tax credit that provides 30% of the cost of a residential solar installation is going away after 2025. Act now to take advantage of the savings! Save the date for a solar info session with Civic Works on 8/6 at 7pm. Register at civicworks.com/rsvp-columbia/

Condo & townhome communities -- this grant is for you! The Community Charging Connections grant offers up to $10,000 to reimburse HOAs for costs associated w adding EV chargers for community use on common property. Deadline to apply is 7/31: ow.ly/tW0W50Wxhor

Don't miss Wednesday's "Ask an EV Driver" online forum! Register at form.jotform.com/251605317742050

When you buy local food, you reduce the distance your meals travel, cut transportation emissions, and support Howard County farmers. It’s a simple choice that strengthens your community and protects the planet. Find a farmers’ market near you: howardcountyeda.org/living-here/fa…

Live Green Howard newsletter: July issue highlights include a new partnership with Columbia Association, timelines for expiring federal green incentives, and more! Don't miss the jam-packed events calendar! Read all about it at conta.cc/4f1ZjS4

Spreading mulch this weekend? Just say "NO" to mulch volcanos! Learn why from @UniversityofMarylandExtension youtu.be/4VHkvsN3-qI?si…

Mark your calendars for a Master Gardener talk, "Gardening in a Warming Climate," at the Glenwood Library on June 11 at 7pm. Registration is required and open now at howardcounty.librarycalendar.com/event/master-g…

How often do you walk instead of drive for local errands? Here in HoCo we have over 343 miles of sidewalks - getting around is easier than you think! Plus, walking is a great way to stay healthy, save $$$, and reduce your emissions. Check out WalkHoward: walkhoward.org

Spring means sustainability! The May issue of the Live Green Howard newsletter is out now at conta.cc/3Fg46BG

Visit the Landfill 8am-4pm during the next two Saturdays for Bag-It Days from HoCo's Bureau of Environmental Services! Bring a shovel, gloves, and a container to fill up with HoCoGro for just $1 per container, cash only. Get all the details at conta.cc/43cIIVW

Join us at Catholic U in D.C. on Saturday (5/10) for the #HealthyHomesFair, a free expo where you can explore ways to increase your home's comfort & efficiency while reducing emissions. Get free tix @ bit.ly/HHF2025, then make a plan to carpool or use public transit!

Although April has ended, we're still getting reports from #20MinuteCleanup participants! Pam Franks and Pearl Seidman collected four bags of trash in Oakland Mills, spending a cumulative 3 hours together on their litter cleanup!

We're all smiles about the results of St. John's Lane Elementary School's #20MinuteCleanup. Thank you to the 25 students and 3 staff members who collected more than 4 pounds of trash from the school grounds!

A special #20MinuteCleanup shout out to the Ellicott City H Mart. H Mart staff recently transformed the litter-laden ravine and pond area just beyond their parking lot into a clean and green haven. See how you can do the same in your own neighborhood: livegreenhoward.com/recycling-wast…

Last Saturday was a day of inspiration, connection, learning, and celebrating all things sustainability! Thanks to all the sponsors, vendors, and attendees who made GreenFest 2025 a success! See more photos at ow.ly/rJUx50VAQtL

Curious about solar energy? 🌞 Howard County is partnering with nonprofit Solar United Neighbors (SUN) to help residents learn more about solar. Attend the SUN workshop at GreenFest: 📅Saturday, April 12, 1pm 📣HCC, Academic Commons Room AC116 switchtogether.com/en/solar/howar…

GreenFest is nearly here! Find all the details on Howard County's largest Earth Month celebration in a special edition of the Live Green Howard newsletter at conta.cc/4iausCK

Happy Earth Month! Here are some of the events we're most excited about this month at the Office of Community Sustainability.

Thurs., April 3: The chief scientist of The Nature Conservancy, Dr. Katharine Hayhoe, is coming to Columbia to talk climate science! interfaithchesapeake.org/faith_forum_20… The program is hosted by Interfaith Partners for the Chesapeake and funded by a 2024 PREP grant.