EcoAction Arlington
Solutions for a Sustainable Lifestyle
The Arlington Chorale has partnered with EcoAction Arlington for their 2026-27 season, Dream With Us. The series kicks off on Saturday, October 24 at 5 p.m. with "For the Earth: Fauré's Requiem." Their goal is to plant 60 trees for their 60th anniversary.
Guest article written by Sarah Jones, a high school student at H-B Woodlawn. She is passionate about caring for our environment and is currently working towards her Girl Scout Gold …
Thinking of planting a tree on your property? Prepare now and be ready to receive a free tree next Spring!
Neighbors Helping Neighbors: Applications Open for EcoAmbassadors Local Climate Action Program Local residents looking to make a meaningful difference in our community can now apply for the 2026–2027 cohort of …
EcoAction Arlington and the Coalition for Smarter Growth (CSG) co‑hosted a dynamic regional webinar on May 7, 2026 exploring the future of sustainable transit in Northern Virginia. The webinar brought to the table representatives from major transit agencies, local government, and advocacy organizations, a powerful coalition committed to building a more connected, equitable, and climate‑friendly transportation network.
EcoAction Arlington launched its first Climate Coffee Kickoff during the DC Climate Week, bringing together residents, local leaders, and sustainability advocates for a morning of conversation, learning, and community building. …
EcoAction Arlington proudly honored former Arlington School Board Member Mary Kadera with the 2026 EcoAction Arlington Impact Award at its 8th annual EcoExtravaganza held last night at Clare & Don’s …
Join us Monday, April 20, 2026 between 8-9:30 AM for coffee, community and inspiration to kick off Climate Week.
One of the eco-friendly habits we promote at EcoAction Arlington is bringing your own reusable containers for take out and leftovers. What about ordering delivery – you can’t always control …
EcoAction Arlington is seeking a full-time outreach and communications assistant
The application is now closed. The application closed on August 28th, 2025. All applicants will be notified within 4 weeks.
EcoAction Arlington is honored to be paired with bartaco’s fourth #givingtaco — the chicken karaage taco! From July 24 – September 3rd, $1 from each chicken karaage #givingtaco sold will be donated …
It’s the start of a new school year! It’s time to buy clothes and supplies. It’s time to pack lunches and it’s time to commute to and from school. Buying …
In September, with the encouragement of EcoAction Arlington and the 1,500 signers of our petition, the Arlington County Board joined Fairfax County and Alexandria in adopting a plastic bag tax. …
On Friday, June 25, 2021 Gov. Ralph Northam signed several environmental and conservation bills into law that will serve to protect Virginia’s waterways now and into the future. The bills …
As the new year begins, many of us are searching for resolutions that will help us make a bigger impact on the world. At EcoAction Arlington, this means finding new …
By Stephen D’Alessio, EcoAction Arlington Volunteer The COVID-19 crisis has thrown environmentalist concerns completely off. The pandemic has drastically altered how governments at national and local levels are ordering their …
By Alex Bobeczko, EcoAction Arlington Summer Intern In April of 2020, Virginia Governor Ralph Northam signed Senate Bill 11, a piece of legislation which authorizes cities and counties to impose …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
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 …
