A Data Center Task Force must convene while the six month moratorium is in place “I’m pleased that we implemented a six-month pause on data center development, as I had proposed earlier…
Category: Environment
News and updates about Environment in Montgomery County, Maryland
Montgomery County to Make Environmental Announcement on Monday, June 15, at 11:30 a.m. – Mocofeed
WHAT: Environmental Announcement WHEN: Monday, June 15, 11:30 a.m. WHERE: 101 Monroe St., Rockville, Leggett Executive Office Building, 9th floor WHO: Advertisement – By Authority of Friends…
Councilmember Evan Glass Applauds Executive Order Pausing Data Center Approval – Mocofeed
Glass has introduced two pieces of legislation to slow data center growth “Today, Montgomery County is finally taking action on data centers that our residents have demanded. I’m glad County Executive Marc…
Montgomery County Cuts Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 32%, Regional Analysis Shows – Mocofeed
A recent analysis from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG) of communitywide greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions shows that Montgomery County’s GHG emissions decreased by 32% between 2005 and 2023. Montgomery County’s…
Montgomery County Secures $8.3 Million State Investment for Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Projects – Mocofeed
Montgomery County has secured more than $8.3 million in State funding to support 20 clean energy and energy efficiency projects that will reduce operating costs, strengthen emergency preparedness, and modernize public facilities…
Regional Drought Watch Issued – Mocofeed
Rockville Joins Metro D.C. Communities in Calling for Wise Water Use June 4, 2026 The City of Rockville is asking residents and businesses to conserve water under a regional drought watch issued…
Celebrating Recycling Leaders: Montgomery County Recognizes 22 Individuals and Organizations at 27th Annual Recycling Achievement Awards – Mocofeed
Montgomery County Executive Marc Elrich and the Department of Environmental Protection recently recognized 22 individuals and organizations for excellence in waste reduction, reuse, and recycling. The annual awards ceremony is a key…
Reminder: Gas Leaf Blowers No Longer Allowed in Rockville – Mocofeed
May 1, 2026 Gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums are banned in Rockville as a way to reduce noise, improve air quality and protect the community’s health. Keep yards looking great while staying…
Rockville Relaunches Bank On Coalition During Financial Literacy Month – Mocofeed
May 1, 2026 As part of the national Bank On movement, Rockville relaunched its Bank On Rockville Coalition in April to expand access to safe, affordable bank accounts and connect residents to…
Reminder: Gas Leaf Blowers No Longer Allowed in Rockville – Mocofeed
May 1, 2026 Gas-powered leaf blowers and vacuums are banned in Rockville as a way to reduce noise, improve air quality and protect the community’s health. Keep yards looking great while staying…