The Department of the Environment, Air and Radiation Administration (ARA) has completed its  review of an application for a Permit to Construct submitted by Laney Materials, LLC dba Laney Recycling  and Aggregates on May 2, 2024, and May 23, 2024, for the modification of crushing and screening Plant C to  replace the existing crushing and screening equipment with the installation of one (1) combined crusher and  screen powered by one (1) 375 horsepower diesel engine and for the ability to replace the equipment in Plants  A, B, and C with like-kind equipment as needed. The proposed modification will be located at 14852 Old  Gunpowder Road, Laurel, Maryland, 20707.  

Join us for a 3-part series to confront climate change, reflect together, and create meaningful local solutions for our community. Act now!

Dates & Times:

• Episode 1: Tuesday, January 7th, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
• Episode 2: Tuesday, January 14th, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
• Episode 3: Tuesday, January 21st, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Location: Bethesda Green Office located at 4825 Cordell Avenue, Suite 200, Bethesda, MD 20814

Over three weeks, we will watch and discuss a powerful video series created by The Week that explores the pressing realities of climate change and what lies ahead if we don’t act. This series is not just about understanding the problem – it’s about finding hope through meaningful conversation and local collective action. Each session includes a 1-hour video followed by a 30-minute guided discussion, where we will reflect, share ideas, and collaborate to create action plans for change.

With urban tree planting initiatives expanding nationwide, there is increasing pressure on the supply of trees. Those seeking to purchase trees often find their options more limited than expected in terms of quantity, quality, size range and diversity. To address these challenges, the Chesapeake Bay Trust and the USDA Forest Service collaborated with a team of researchers to facilitate discussions with growers, designers, urban foresters, and technical experts across the Chesapeake Bay watershed. In this webinar, we will present highlights from this effort, including significant research findings and case studies from successful initiatives in both the public and private sectors.

Presenters: Dr. Andrew Koeser, University of Florida; Jehane Samaha, USDA Forest Service

Join Montgomery Parks and co-hosts Neighbors of Northwest Branch at a volunteer park cleanup! Help beautify your community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife.

• Children under 14 years old must volunteer with a parent/guardian.
• All cleanups are pre-approved for SSL hours*. Forms are provided at the cleanup.
• Students must pre-register to receive SSL hours. Do not use an MCPS email.
• This opportunity is not eligible for court-ordered service.

Residents, board members and Green Team members of homeowners and civic associations in the City of Gaithersburg will learn about how they can organize their communities to become sustainable, and hear from community Green Teams that are doing this work already.

Presentations will include: UMD's Sustainable Maryland program; City staff; and local Green Teams. This is a free online event.

This webinar is designed to equip municipal leaders and community-serving organizations with the knowledge and tools to streamline project planning and procurement processes for clean energy and sustainable initiatives.

Building on current electric vehicle infrastructure initiatives, this webinar will explore innovative strategies to drive adoption of clean energy projects, including:

• Comprehensive infrastructure planning and design
• Financial models and funding opportunities for energy projects
• Best practices for project implementation and management
• Procurement strategies tailored to municipalities and non-profit organizations

Participants will gain actionable insights to enhance their energy initiatives, support fleet transitions, and foster sustainable community development.

This webinar will provide municipal governments and community-serving organizations with essential knowledge and strategies to effectively access and leverage funding and financing opportunities for impactful projects. Participants will gain insights into:

• Utilizing resources from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)
• Braiding multiple funding streams
• Understanding IRS Direct Pay mechanisms
• Innovative approaches to secure financing for developing projects in underserved neighborhoods

Participants will also learn best practices for maximizing financial resources to promote equitable community revitalization while addressing local priorities.

Whether you are planning to modernize infrastructure, enhance energy efficiency, or revitalize your community, this webinar will equip you with the tools and guidance to turn your vision into reality.