Online Webinar: Getting to Zero Carbon Buildings
Program The program will run approximately 90 minutes and include a Q&A session. Daniel McGee, Redbrick LMD – Local Experience in Building Zero Carbon Buildings Dan McGee will share his …
Energy Efficiency
Stand Up for Climate Progress in the General Assembly
This 2024 session of the Virginia General Assembly is now underway with opportunities to advance legislation to address tree canopy coverage and natural resources, strengthen the Virginia Clean Economy Act, …
Be an Environmental Advocate during the 2022 General Assembly Session
Citizen voices can sway our state legislators and now is the time to stand up for climate action, protection of our air, water, and open spaces, and environmental justice. EcoAction …
Commerical Lighting Rebate – Apply by 2/27
Thinking about upgrading to more energy efficient lighting? If you are in Arlington and are served by Dominion Virginia Power under a commercial rate, now is the time to upgrade, …
Going Solar: Part 2 of 3 – Is It a Good Fit for Your Home?
Join the Arlington Solar Co-op A new solar co-op is now being formed in Arlington. The Arlington Solar Co-op is part of a local, grass roots effort organized by’ EcoAction Arlington …
Energy Masters Strike Again!
Many thanks to the more than 30 Energy Masters volunteers who spent this past Saturday making energy efficiency and water conservation improvements in the homes of 29 families living at …
Join EcoAction Arlington at the Leaders in Energy Holiday Happy Hour
Leaders in Energy Holiday Happy Hour “Four Generations: Leadership in Energy & Sustainability” Friday, December 5th, 6:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. The Bier Baron Tavern, 1523 22nd St., NW, Washington …
Special Energy Offer for EcoAction Arlington Members and Energy Masters
‘ ‘ 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 …
Going Solar: A Two-Part Workshop Series
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! …
Volunteer Opportunity: Deliver Energy Programs to Arlington School Students
Fun Workshop Trains Volunteers to Deliver Energy Programs in Arlington Schools Do you like working with kids? Like delivering environmental education programs? Have free time during the day or in …
Workshop: Energy Efficiency ~ Beyond the Basics: Sealing and Insulation
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 …
Help Low-Income Residents Save: Become an Energy Master
Become an Arlington Energy Master! Are you interested in learning how to improve energy efficiency in homes and in helping combat climate change right here in Arlington? Then join the …
Energy Efficiency Improvements in 32 Affordable Housing Units
This past Saturday, Arlington Energy Masters once again surpassed expectations by completing energy efficiency improvements in 32 affordable housing units at The Berkeley apartments in South Arlington. A team of …
Home Energy Audits: Part 3 of 3
Home Energy Audits:’ Part’ 3 of 3 This is the third post in a three part series about home energy audits, why they are important, who needs them and more. Subscribe …
Home Energy Audits: Part 2 of 3
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 …
Home Energy Audits: Part 1 of 3
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 …
TAP IN! Part 3
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 …
Tap IN! part 2 of 3
Choosing Tap Water Over Bottled Water (Continued from Tap IN, post Aug. 26th) The Natural Resources Defense’ Council has published a scientific’ study looking at the quality of’ bottled water. They tested 1,000′ bottles …
Make your Own Rain Barrel
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 …
Energy Masters Program Now Offers a Student Apprenticeship Track
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 …
Congratulations Arlington Energy Masters Graduates!
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 …
Arlington Energy Masters at Work!
Thank you Arlington Energy Masters Volunteers! Thanks to the 36 volunteers who joined us’ on Saturday’ and spent a collective 218 hours improving the efficiency of the apartments at Queen’s Court. ‘ As …
Join us for an Energy Masters Open House
Join us for an Open House for the Arlington Energy Masters Date: Wednesday, June 26 Time: 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Location:’ Fairlington Community Center, 3308 S. Stafford Street, Arlington, VA 22206 …
Arlington Energy Masters Win Green Giant Award
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, …