EcoAction Arlington
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Home Energy Audits:’ Part’ 2 of 3 This is the second post in a three part series about home energy audits, why they are important, who needs them and more. Subscribe to our blog to get the’ next installment delivered directly to your email box or RSS reader. Part 2:’ ‘ Who Should Get an Audit? An audit …
Home Energy Audits:’ Part 1 of 3 This is the first in a three part series about home energy audits, why they are important, who needs them and more. Subscribe to our blog to get the next installment delivered directly to your email box or RSS reader. Part 1: ‘ What is an Energy Audit? We’ve …
EcoAction Arlington is looking for volunteers to help mark storm drains with a ‘œDon’t Dump’ message in the Little Pimmit Run area of North Arlington on Saturday, November, 9th at 10:00 a.m. ‘ This is a great project for middle school or high school students, families, or individuals! We are marking Arlington’s storm drains as a …
Communities throughout America are realizing the “green” potential of our community streets. ‘ Many policies and practices for minimizing environmental impact are essential in making our transportation system more sustainable, and for creating streets that are safe for everyone, regardless of age, ability, or mode of transportation. So what really is a Green Street? A Green …
EcoAction Arlington Needs You to Deliver Energy Education in Schools Energy is one of the foremost issues being addressed here in Arlington, across the country, and around the world. EcoAction Arlington is engaging our community in an effort to make our homes more energy efficient and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. We are looking for volunteers …
Join efforts to save trees from Choking Hazard! Do you have English ivy growing in your yard? ‘ Think it’s lovely to look at in the spring and summer? ‘ That maybe be, however, it is actually a serious threat to the beautiful trees that give yards and neighborhoods shade and character and help to clean the …
Slow Food DC has announced their 2013 Snail of Approval recipients, which includes five Arlington restaurants and shops! The Slow Food DC (SFDC) chapter represents the national capitol area. ‘ SFDC is a community that: promotes and celebrates local, seasonal, and sustainable food sources works to preserve the culinary traditions of the region’s ethnically and culturally …
Taste and Tour of Organic Vegetable Demonstration Garden Sunday, September 15th, 1:30-3:30 p.m.’ Potomac Overlook Regional Park, 2845 N. Marcey Road, Arlington Park in the lot and walk past the Nature Center to the garden. Interested in turning your backyard into an Organic Garden? ‘ Come out this Sunday to Potomac Overlook Regional Park ‘ to learn …
Join EcoAction Arlington to collect tree seeds to be grown for restoration projects throughout the state as part of Growing Native. Native Seed CollectionSaturday, October 5, 2013 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Lubber Run Park, N. Columbus St & 2nd St N, Arlington, VA. Sign up today! Growing Native is a regional service project designed …
This post is part three of a three part series on Tap Water in Arlington. Please subscribe to our blog to receive future posts directly to your email box or RSS reader. So we have covered the topics of cost and safety when it comes to bottled vs. tap water. ‘ Our final thought is on …
Tap Water in Arlington, Part 1 of 3 On a hot summer day, nothing beats an icy-cold bottle of water. However,’ buying a single-use bottle of water is not necessarily the best choice for’ both your wallet and our environment. ‘ Here in Arlington, a group of citizens recently formed Tap In Arlington, a’ grassroots effort aimed at educating …
You see your neighbors have them, now it’s time to make your own! ‘ Rainwater collection can help you save water for use in your yard, eliminate potential flooding in your basement, and reduce stormwater management costs. Water running off your roof during a rainstorm can be a problem or a resource put to good use. …
Did you know that you, your school, place of work or worship, or other group can adopt a street in Arlington? It’s true, and it’s very easy to do! EcoAction Arlington has proudly adopted a section of Columbia Pike and has worked with Gunston Middle School to adopt a section of roadway as well. So, …
Are you a high school or college-student who wants to have an impact? Are you an adult (teachers, coach, group leader, counselor, etc.) who works with youth and is looking for a way to channel their energy for the greater good? Check out the Arlington Energy Masters Student Apprenticeship program! The Arlington Energy Masters program …
EcoAction Arlington, Viriginia Cooperative Extension and Thrive Arlington came together last Wednesday to honor this year’s graduates from the 2012-13 Arlington Energy Masters training program and to celebrate the accomplishments of all program volunteers since it’s inception in 2011. Oh my, was there a lot to talk about! Since the start of the program program …
The EcoAction Arlington Members Only tour of the Arlington Trade Center has been rescheduled due to the weather last Friday. The new tour date is included below.’ Ever wonder what happens to the waste that gets picked up at the curb, dropped off by residents, and collected from county street and sidewalk projects ? Here …
Many thanks to the volunteers who came out last Saturday to join RiP (Remove Invasive Plants) and EcoAction Arlington on Invasive Plant Removal Day. Volunteers worked in Guston Woods and Haley Park to remove garlic mustard, vinca, English ivy and other pesky hazards. It was a fabulous morning for working outdoors, especially when working with …
Wonderful news! EcoAction Arlington is pleased to share that the Arlington Energy Masters, the corps of volunteers who make energy and water saving improvements in affordable housing units in Arlington, has been selected as one of winners of’ Washingtonian magazine’s Green Giant award. The Green Giant’ award recognizes “those who protect our environment and who teach …
Arlington Energy Masters were hard at work last Saturday at Harvey Hall. Thanks to those who worked in the apartments and the drop-in volunteers who helped in the central area, the Energy Masters: Completed 30 apartments on Saturday,’ bringing us to a total of 132 completed for the year. Installed 168 CFLs, 53 faucet aerators, 29 …
We are excited to invite you to a special forum that we are co-sponsoring with George Mason University and others: Say NO to Bottled H2O! A Special Public Forum Monday, April 15, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m. George Mason University’s Arlington Campus Founders Hall Auditorium 3351 Fairfax Drive, Arlington George Mason University’s Arlington campus will host …
Tomorrow marks the official start of spring. And, as well all know, regular rain showers will soon follow. Make the most of nature’s gift by capturing it and harvesting it for your garden, lawn, and other uses. Sign up for an upcoming workshop to learn how you can make your own rain barrel. Or, pre-order …
