As in a natural ecosystem, when one member of the community is harmed, the impact ripples through the environment and damages all living organisms in the community. The murder of George Floyd is another terrible example of the deep injustices experienced by Continue Reading »
By Jill Barker, EcoAction Arlington Board Chair The coronavirus thrust unpredictable challenges into my daily routine, but through it, I increased my action and awareness about our environment because of Continue Reading »
By Angelo Ioffreda, EcoAction Arlington Board Member During the time of the novel coronavirus COVID-19 and Earth Month, the word interconnectedness – the state of being interconnected – has been Continue Reading »
By Joan McIntyre, EcoAction Arlington Board Chair Working in my garden provides comfort in these trying times, with normal life turned upside down. Spring in the garden is always an Continue Reading »
Are you looking for a locally made, handcrafted, environmentally friendly gift for someone special? Check out these markets in December! Gifts That Give Hope: Help Make the World a Better Continue Reading »
Thanks to all of those who took part in our May 13 program, “Nature In Our Community – Why Biophilia Matters.” We were so pleased to have more than 90 Continue Reading »
By David Howell One of the most important initiatives for urban areas in this century is the emerging Biophilic Cities movement. Biophilia is the recent, science-based understanding of the importance Continue Reading »
Congratulations to Arlington County on the upcoming vote on the updated Community Energy Plan at the September 21 Arlington County Board meeting. The updated plan includes a commitment to 100% clean, renewable electricity community-wide Continue Reading »
EcoAction Arlington Executive Director, Elenor Hodges, joined Arlington County Board member Erik Gutshall, Sam Gomber from the Union of Concerned Scientists, Larry Zaragoza from the Environmental Quality Advisory Council in Continue Reading »
Idling is one of the most widespread yet ignored environmental challenges facing our communities today. The consequences can be immense on the environment, our families, and our wallets. Parents sit Continue Reading »
