EcoAction Arlington
Solutions for a Sustainable Lifestyle
Lots of great, green events happening this month. Join us! Featured EcoAction Arlington Event: Invasive Plant Removal and Park Cleanup Sunday,’ February’ 15, 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. Long Branch Nature Center, 625 S. Carlin Spring Rd., Arlington EcoAction Arlington will be teaming up with Arlington County’s Remove Invasive Plant Program (RiP) to remove invasives from Long Branch …
Energy Journey Game Be a player in this interactive life-size board game! Saturday, January 31, 2015 Wakefield High School, 1325 S. Dinwiddie Street, Arlington, VA 22206 Doors Open at 1 P.M. ~ Last Game Begins at 4 P.M. Game Takes About One Hour ~ Open to All Ages Look for EcoAction Arlington in the Ask …
Getting To Know EcoAction Arlington:’ Networking and Informational Social Date: ‘ Wednesday, January 14, 2015, ‘ 6:30 – 8:30 pm. Location: ‘ TBD, Arlington, VA Sure, you’ve heard of EcoAction Arlington. You may have even volunteered with or donated to EcoAction Arlington. But, have you ever wondered about what makes this tiny non-profit organization with a huge environmental …
‘ ‘ Once again, EcoAction Arlington and the Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) have teamed up to provide a special offer to members of EcoAction Arlington and volunteers with the Arlington Energy Masters program to receive a home energy check-up from a LEAP certified energy efficiency expert for only $35 ($45 for others)! What do …
Going Solar: A How-To Workshop, Part 1 of 2 Date and Time: Wednesday, November 5th, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Location: Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford Street, Arlington VA 22206 Cost: Free! Thinking about going solar, but don’t know where to start? This free workshop for homeowners will provide an introduction to solar power use in the …
You may have seen an announcement about our energy efficiency workshop this Thursday, September 11th: Beyond the Basics: Insulation and Sealing. But, did you know that the event is FREE for Arlington Energy Masters and members of EcoAction Arlington? It’s true! Whether you have an insulation or sealing issue or want to enhance your knowledge …
EcoAction Arlington Events Volunteer with EcoAction Arlington at our Annual Fall Cleanup Saturday, September 20th, 9:00 – 11:00 a.m. Barcroft Park, 4200 South Four Mile Run Dr., Arlington EcoAction Arlington is working in partnership with Clean Virginia Waterways as part of the Ocean Conservancy’s International Coastal Cleanup. Every fall, volunteers across Virginia participate in stream, …
Energy Efficiency ~ Beyond the Basics: Sealing and Insulation Date/Time: Thursday, September 11 ‘ |’ 6:30 ‘“ 8:30 p.m. Location: Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford Street, Arlington Cost: $15 (Free to EcoAction Arlington members and Arlington Energy Masters) Have you upgraded your light bulbs and installed power strips? Have you installed faucet aerators, low-flow showerheads, …
Dig out your tent, sleeping bags, and flashlights. Prep the fire pit and stock up on smores supplies. The Great American Backyard Campout is right around the corner on Saturday, June 28th and it’s time to get ready! Now in it’s 10th year, the Great American Backyard Campout is a great way to celebrate National …
Today’s the big day … The day when thousands of area residents will come together to participate in Do More 24, a 24-hour online fundraiser powered by United Way of the National Capital Area. To illustrate the impact of your donations, today we share the story of an Arlington resident with whom we worked through …
Applications are now being accepted for the Arlington County Tree Canopy Fund program, which provides grants to individuals and community groups to plant and maintain trees on private property. This program offers a variety of canopy trees that are planted by a contractor. The deadline for applications is June 20. Read more about how to …
Be sure to bring your lucky charm because we’ve got a great slate of prizes for our raffles at our Green Living Expo on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at George Mason University’s Arlington Campus at Founders Hall, 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington. Pre-register today to receive a free raffle ticket to enter …
Join us for the 5th Annual Green Living Expo and Community Earth Week Fair Saturday, April 26th’ ‘ |’ ‘ 10 a.m. to’ 4 p.m. George Mason University’s Founders Hall 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington VA 22201 Register in advance to get a free raffle ticket and giveaway when you check in at the event.’ The Green Living …
Join us at our Green Living Expo on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn what organizations and businesses are doing to create more sustainable food options for people of all means. Register in advance for a free giveaway at check in (while supplies last)! Sustainable Food & Drink Arlington Food Assistance …
Making sustainable choices isn’t just about eco-friendly home design and remodeling, or greening your yard and garden. It’s also about choices we make concerning home and personal services. Come to our Green Living Expo on Saturday, April 26, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mason University’s Founders Hall, 3351 Fairfax Drive, and see what these …
Thinking about remodeling your home? Come to our Green Living Expo on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn about about earth-friendly ways to upgrade your home and the latest trends in sustainable home design. Pre -register today for a special giveaway when you check-in at the Expo, while supplies last. In …
Many thanks to our community to local community organizations for being a part of our Green Living Expo on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mason University’s Founders Hall at 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington.’ Join us to learn more about these organizations and their impact on the community. Pre-register for the Expo …
Spring cleaning on your mind? Before you put your old goods by the curb for trash pickup, come to our Green Living Expo to learn about alternative ways to get rid of unwanted goods without producing more waste. Join us on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at our 5th Annual Green Living …
With the weather in the midst of a much needed warm-up trend, the focus for many turns to the outdoors — to yards and gardens. Come to our Green Living Expo on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. to learn about tips, tools and resources you can use to create a more sustainable …
This winter’s severe weather had many scrambling to figure out how to improve the energy efficiency of their homes in order to reduce their utility bills and improve the comfort of their homes. For many, the fact that such steps yield environmental benefits is a bonus. And now, even though the harsh, cold weather is …
Looking for creative ways to move about town? Come to our 5th Annual Green Living Expo on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m.’ to 4 p.m. at George Mason University’s Founders Hall, 3351 Fairfax Drive, to explore alternative transportation options. Covering everything from biking to walking and public transportation, you’ll learn all of the tricks of …
Many thanks to the sponsors of our 5th Annual Green Living Expo, taking place on Saturday, April 26th, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Mason University’s Founders Hall, 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington. Come see what our sponsors, and our 60+ exhibitors have to offer. Register in advance to receive a special giveaway at check-in, while …
Are you concerned about the declining tree canopy in Arlington? We are too! That’s why EcoAction Arlington, through the Tree Canopy Fund, has facilitated the planting of more than 1,200 trees in yards and on condo association properties where the canopy has been drastically impacted by intense development. What is the Tree Canopy Fund program? …
Know someone with an exemplary commitment to environmental sustainability? Nominate them for a Green Patriot Award today! The Arlington Green Patriot Awards recognizes an individual and a business or organization that exemplifies sustainability in more than one aspect of their recent life or operations to improve civic life in Arlington, Virginia. A multi-sectoral selection committee …
