Food Waste: Why it Matters
According to EPA (and many other sources), approximately one-third of food produced in the United States is not eaten. Americans on average waste about 1 pound of food daily. Food …
EcoAction Arlington
Restore NoVa Forests Initiative
Executive Summary The Premise Trees provide huge yet undervalued economic and social value to the Northern Virginia region. The region has experienced a significant decline in tree canopy coverage due …
EcoAction Arlington Annual Cleanup and Trash Tally
Annual stream cleanup and trash tally as part of the International Coastal Cleanup. Saturday, September 21, 202410:00 a.m. – noonBarcroft Park4200 S Four Mile Run Drive Join us for the …
2024 Green Community Celebration & Tour
Get ideas and inspiration to help build a greener community in Arlington on Sunday, June 2, 11-4:30pm! The 21st annual Green Community Tour will showcase sustainable homes and gardens in …
What We’re Reading in April
Twelve Trees: The Deep Roots of our Future by Daniel Lewis This beautifully-written book explores nature and survival as seen via twelve trees that represent the challenges facing our planet. …
What You Can Do: Simple Changes to Reduce Plastic (and other) Waste
Arlingtonians, consistent with the national average, throw away almost 5 pounds of trash each day, representing a sizable impact on greenhouse gas emissions and environmental degradation. While recycling and composting …