Frederick County (MD) Division of Energy & Environment
@sustainablefcmd.bsky.social
Empowering Frederick County with resilient, equitable solutions to environmental challenges, we're here to ensure that sustainability is for everyone. And also maybe provide some social media edutainment along the way.
Come learn about tree-planting programs to fit your property and goals. Plus info on creating bird habitat, rotational grazing, regenerative agriculture, land preservation, and other ecological practices.
FREE
Thurmont Library 11/19, drop in 5:30-7pm
RSVP: catoctinlandtrust.org/event/nov-19...
FREE
Thurmont Library 11/19, drop in 5:30-7pm
RSVP: catoctinlandtrust.org/event/nov-19...
November 17, 2025 at 3:10 PM
Come learn about tree-planting programs to fit your property and goals. Plus info on creating bird habitat, rotational grazing, regenerative agriculture, land preservation, and other ecological practices.
FREE
Thurmont Library 11/19, drop in 5:30-7pm
RSVP: catoctinlandtrust.org/event/nov-19...
FREE
Thurmont Library 11/19, drop in 5:30-7pm
RSVP: catoctinlandtrust.org/event/nov-19...
Please join us in celebrating this year's Frederick County Sustainability Award winners! The individuals and organizations recognized here help protect our environment and build a healthier, more inclusive community. We thank them for their eco stewardship, leadership, and commitment to service.
October 23, 2025 at 4:36 PM
Please join us in celebrating this year's Frederick County Sustainability Award winners! The individuals and organizations recognized here help protect our environment and build a healthier, more inclusive community. We thank them for their eco stewardship, leadership, and commitment to service.
Help protect local wildlife by swapping your porch light!
Amber, yellow, or red bulbs are less disruptive to bats, pollinators, and migrating birds than bright white or blue light. Adding a motion sensor or downward light deflector helps reduce light pollution as well.
Amber, yellow, or red bulbs are less disruptive to bats, pollinators, and migrating birds than bright white or blue light. Adding a motion sensor or downward light deflector helps reduce light pollution as well.
October 15, 2025 at 4:47 PM
Help protect local wildlife by swapping your porch light!
Amber, yellow, or red bulbs are less disruptive to bats, pollinators, and migrating birds than bright white or blue light. Adding a motion sensor or downward light deflector helps reduce light pollution as well.
Amber, yellow, or red bulbs are less disruptive to bats, pollinators, and migrating birds than bright white or blue light. Adding a motion sensor or downward light deflector helps reduce light pollution as well.
Reposted by Frederick County (MD) Division of Energy & Environment
So proud of our @sustainablefcmd.bsky.social team for this amazing award!
🎉Congrats to COG's 2025 Climate and Energy Award winners! Their innovative climate solutions contributed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the region. Learn more at bit.ly/3KHw0Jd
October 8, 2025 at 8:49 PM
So proud of our @sustainablefcmd.bsky.social team for this amazing award!
Our Green Homes Program just won an award for its inclusive approach to helping residents save money, energy, and water while making homes more comfortable and sustainable.
From free home retrofits, to rebates and personalized assistance, learn more & join in: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/GreenHomes
From free home retrofits, to rebates and personalized assistance, learn more & join in: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/GreenHomes
October 10, 2025 at 5:36 PM
Our Green Homes Program just won an award for its inclusive approach to helping residents save money, energy, and water while making homes more comfortable and sustainable.
From free home retrofits, to rebates and personalized assistance, learn more & join in: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/GreenHomes
From free home retrofits, to rebates and personalized assistance, learn more & join in: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/GreenHomes
Help pollinators: let fallen leaves, dried up stems & old plants stay in your yard for the winter. They're valuable habitats for overwintering insects like luna moths, honeybees, & butterflies. If you want leaves off a lawn, rake them under shrubs and into flower or vegetable beds.
October 6, 2025 at 10:22 PM
Help pollinators: let fallen leaves, dried up stems & old plants stay in your yard for the winter. They're valuable habitats for overwintering insects like luna moths, honeybees, & butterflies. If you want leaves off a lawn, rake them under shrubs and into flower or vegetable beds.
FredCo property owners can apply for the Creek ReLeaf Reforestation Program through 12/31/25.
🌿 Native trees & shrubs planted at no cost
🌿 5 years of land maintenance provided
🌿 Pays $9,000/acre for permanent conservation easement
Be part of a greener future: frederickcountymd.gov/ReForest
🌿 Native trees & shrubs planted at no cost
🌿 5 years of land maintenance provided
🌿 Pays $9,000/acre for permanent conservation easement
Be part of a greener future: frederickcountymd.gov/ReForest
September 30, 2025 at 5:28 PM
FredCo property owners can apply for the Creek ReLeaf Reforestation Program through 12/31/25.
🌿 Native trees & shrubs planted at no cost
🌿 5 years of land maintenance provided
🌿 Pays $9,000/acre for permanent conservation easement
Be part of a greener future: frederickcountymd.gov/ReForest
🌿 Native trees & shrubs planted at no cost
🌿 5 years of land maintenance provided
🌿 Pays $9,000/acre for permanent conservation easement
Be part of a greener future: frederickcountymd.gov/ReForest
Stop by our booth The Great Frederick Fair this week! We'll tell you about green incentives like appliance or septic rebates, discounted solar panels, EV tax credits, or how to get FREE trees for your land! We can be found in the City Streets/Country Roads Pavilion at the end of Tractor Row.
September 17, 2025 at 9:33 PM
Stop by our booth The Great Frederick Fair this week! We'll tell you about green incentives like appliance or septic rebates, discounted solar panels, EV tax credits, or how to get FREE trees for your land! We can be found in the City Streets/Country Roads Pavilion at the end of Tractor Row.
Join staff from MD Forest Service to collect Wild American Plum seed and support native plant reforestation!
WHEN: September 13, 9am-12pm
WHERE: New Market Elementary - 93 W. Main Street
Bring what you might need to spend a beautiful morning outside! Questions? Email [email protected]
WHEN: September 13, 9am-12pm
WHERE: New Market Elementary - 93 W. Main Street
Bring what you might need to spend a beautiful morning outside! Questions? Email [email protected]
September 9, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Join staff from MD Forest Service to collect Wild American Plum seed and support native plant reforestation!
WHEN: September 13, 9am-12pm
WHERE: New Market Elementary - 93 W. Main Street
Bring what you might need to spend a beautiful morning outside! Questions? Email [email protected]
WHEN: September 13, 9am-12pm
WHERE: New Market Elementary - 93 W. Main Street
Bring what you might need to spend a beautiful morning outside! Questions? Email [email protected]
Which is better clickbait- beautiful specimens that are an important part of our ecosystem or monarch butterflies?
National Public Lands Day: Volunteer for invasive species control, native plant garden & trail cleanup, etc.
- Saturday 9/27 @ 10 am
- Monocacy Natl' Battlefield, 4801 Urbana Pike
National Public Lands Day: Volunteer for invasive species control, native plant garden & trail cleanup, etc.
- Saturday 9/27 @ 10 am
- Monocacy Natl' Battlefield, 4801 Urbana Pike
September 5, 2025 at 2:32 PM
Which is better clickbait- beautiful specimens that are an important part of our ecosystem or monarch butterflies?
National Public Lands Day: Volunteer for invasive species control, native plant garden & trail cleanup, etc.
- Saturday 9/27 @ 10 am
- Monocacy Natl' Battlefield, 4801 Urbana Pike
National Public Lands Day: Volunteer for invasive species control, native plant garden & trail cleanup, etc.
- Saturday 9/27 @ 10 am
- Monocacy Natl' Battlefield, 4801 Urbana Pike
Poop quiz! How much bacteria is in dog waste?
A: One gram of dog doo can contain 23 million fecal bacteria!
Scooping poop protects people, drinking water, and aquatic habitats. Stay on the pet owner honor roll: pick up and dispose of dog waste.
Learn More at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ItsYourDoody
A: One gram of dog doo can contain 23 million fecal bacteria!
Scooping poop protects people, drinking water, and aquatic habitats. Stay on the pet owner honor roll: pick up and dispose of dog waste.
Learn More at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ItsYourDoody
August 21, 2025 at 3:00 PM
Poop quiz! How much bacteria is in dog waste?
A: One gram of dog doo can contain 23 million fecal bacteria!
Scooping poop protects people, drinking water, and aquatic habitats. Stay on the pet owner honor roll: pick up and dispose of dog waste.
Learn More at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ItsYourDoody
A: One gram of dog doo can contain 23 million fecal bacteria!
Scooping poop protects people, drinking water, and aquatic habitats. Stay on the pet owner honor roll: pick up and dispose of dog waste.
Learn More at www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/ItsYourDoody
There are three days left to review and comment on the draft community-wide Climate and Energy Action Plan. Take a look and make sure that your concerns and priorities are part of the record!
www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
August 19, 2025 at 7:51 PM
There are three days left to review and comment on the draft community-wide Climate and Energy Action Plan. Take a look and make sure that your concerns and priorities are part of the record!
www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
Final chance to connect with our staff and partners from the nonprofit Solar United Neighbors (SUN)!
🌟𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗮𝘁 𝗖 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘇 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 - 𝟲𝗽𝗺
We'll discuss rooftop solar, how to save money on installation AND take advantage of tax credits (before they disappear!), and answer your questions!
🌟𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗮𝘁 𝗖 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘇 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 - 𝟲𝗽𝗺
We'll discuss rooftop solar, how to save money on installation AND take advantage of tax credits (before they disappear!), and answer your questions!
August 14, 2025 at 1:38 PM
Final chance to connect with our staff and partners from the nonprofit Solar United Neighbors (SUN)!
🌟𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗮𝘁 𝗖 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘇 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 - 𝟲𝗽𝗺
We'll discuss rooftop solar, how to save money on installation AND take advantage of tax credits (before they disappear!), and answer your questions!
🌟𝗧𝗢𝗡𝗜𝗚𝗛𝗧 𝗮𝘁 𝗖 𝗕𝘂𝗿𝗿 𝗔𝗿𝘁𝘇 𝗟𝗶𝗯𝗿𝗮𝗿𝘆 - 𝟲𝗽𝗺
We'll discuss rooftop solar, how to save money on installation AND take advantage of tax credits (before they disappear!), and answer your questions!
The DRAFT Climate & Energy Action Plan is ready for community review! If you didn't participate in a public input session this spring, now's your last chance to participate.
Through 8/22, you can read the draft doc and leave comments on our project portal: www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
Through 8/22, you can read the draft doc and leave comments on our project portal: www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
August 11, 2025 at 6:40 PM
The DRAFT Climate & Energy Action Plan is ready for community review! If you didn't participate in a public input session this spring, now's your last chance to participate.
Through 8/22, you can read the draft doc and leave comments on our project portal: www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
Through 8/22, you can read the draft doc and leave comments on our project portal: www.PublicInput.com/ClimateActionFrederick
Join staff from the County Division of Energy & Environment and partners from nonprofit Solar United Neighbors to sip, socialize, and learn about solar! We'll cover how to get it for less and how to get off the grid. Bring a neighbor!
Wednesday, August 13 @6pm: McClintock Distillery
Wednesday, August 13 @6pm: McClintock Distillery
August 8, 2025 at 11:29 PM
Join staff from the County Division of Energy & Environment and partners from nonprofit Solar United Neighbors to sip, socialize, and learn about solar! We'll cover how to get it for less and how to get off the grid. Bring a neighbor!
Wednesday, August 13 @6pm: McClintock Distillery
Wednesday, August 13 @6pm: McClintock Distillery
Federal tax incentives that refund 30% of the costs of rooftop solar are being eliminated at the end of this year. Combined with the purchasing discount offered by our Switch Together program the best time to go solar is...NOW!
www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/SwitchTogether
www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/SwitchTogether
July 31, 2025 at 9:35 PM
Federal tax incentives that refund 30% of the costs of rooftop solar are being eliminated at the end of this year. Combined with the purchasing discount offered by our Switch Together program the best time to go solar is...NOW!
www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/SwitchTogether
www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/SwitchTogether
The AC may seem like you best friend today, but ceiling & portable fans use far less electricity. Dressing in light breathable layers & closing the window blinds will help you keep your cool- even when the electric bill arrives!
July 30, 2025 at 12:29 PM
The AC may seem like you best friend today, but ceiling & portable fans use far less electricity. Dressing in light breathable layers & closing the window blinds will help you keep your cool- even when the electric bill arrives!
How to keep your home (and your pets) cool & save money too:
-Close blinds/curtains in daytime
-Dress light & use ceiling/portable fans instead of lowering the thermostat
-Wash clothes in cold water and hang them outside to dry
-Skip the stovetop/oven: microwave, grill outside, or eat cold foods
-Close blinds/curtains in daytime
-Dress light & use ceiling/portable fans instead of lowering the thermostat
-Wash clothes in cold water and hang them outside to dry
-Skip the stovetop/oven: microwave, grill outside, or eat cold foods
July 23, 2025 at 8:05 PM
How to keep your home (and your pets) cool & save money too:
-Close blinds/curtains in daytime
-Dress light & use ceiling/portable fans instead of lowering the thermostat
-Wash clothes in cold water and hang them outside to dry
-Skip the stovetop/oven: microwave, grill outside, or eat cold foods
-Close blinds/curtains in daytime
-Dress light & use ceiling/portable fans instead of lowering the thermostat
-Wash clothes in cold water and hang them outside to dry
-Skip the stovetop/oven: microwave, grill outside, or eat cold foods
Nobody likes bug bites. But everybody likes lightning bugs! How can you deter the bad guys without harming nature in your yard? Don't use foggers or hire a company to spray- that kills ALL the bugs. A simple trick is to create a "mosquito bucket!" homegrownnationalpark.org/mosquito-buc...
July 7, 2025 at 9:13 PM
Nobody likes bug bites. But everybody likes lightning bugs! How can you deter the bad guys without harming nature in your yard? Don't use foggers or hire a company to spray- that kills ALL the bugs. A simple trick is to create a "mosquito bucket!" homegrownnationalpark.org/mosquito-buc...
Know a local business, individual, nonprofit, or student who is helping make our community more sustainable? Nominate them for an award so they can get the recognition they deserve! Apply by July 15 at: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/GreenAward
June 25, 2025 at 8:58 PM
Know a local business, individual, nonprofit, or student who is helping make our community more sustainable? Nominate them for an award so they can get the recognition they deserve! Apply by July 15 at: www.FrederickCountyMD.gov/GreenAward
Storm drains send water to local creeks, rivers, & the Chesapeake Bay—no filters, no treatment. That means litter, pet waste, & soapy water can pollute the places we love.
🌊 Protect our water. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀! www.frederickcountymd.gov/Stormwater
🌊 Protect our water. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀! www.frederickcountymd.gov/Stormwater
June 17, 2025 at 4:17 PM
Storm drains send water to local creeks, rivers, & the Chesapeake Bay—no filters, no treatment. That means litter, pet waste, & soapy water can pollute the places we love.
🌊 Protect our water. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀! www.frederickcountymd.gov/Stormwater
🌊 Protect our water. 𝗚𝗲𝘁 𝗶𝗻𝘃𝗼𝗹𝘃𝗲𝗱 𝗶𝗻 𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝗺 𝗱𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 𝗺𝗮𝗿𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗻𝗱 𝗹𝗶𝘁𝘁𝗲𝗿 𝗰𝗹𝗲𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗽 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗴𝗿𝗮𝗺𝘀! www.frederickcountymd.gov/Stormwater
The health of the Chesapeake Bay starts in your yard. Simple actions like replacing a little bit of lawn with native plants can help protect our watershed. Want to take it t he next level? Learn how to get a Bay-Wise certification for your landscape!
extension.umd.edu/.../program....
extension.umd.edu/.../program....
June 14, 2025 at 3:35 PM
The health of the Chesapeake Bay starts in your yard. Simple actions like replacing a little bit of lawn with native plants can help protect our watershed. Want to take it t he next level? Learn how to get a Bay-Wise certification for your landscape!
extension.umd.edu/.../program....
extension.umd.edu/.../program....
Did you know that our Bay is at least a part-time home to 12+ species of shark?! While five species are regular visitors, there’s never been a recorded shark attack in the Chesapeake Bay. Shark sightings may become more common as water temperatures continue to rise. #BayAwarenessWeek
June 12, 2025 at 3:28 PM
Did you know that our Bay is at least a part-time home to 12+ species of shark?! While five species are regular visitors, there’s never been a recorded shark attack in the Chesapeake Bay. Shark sightings may become more common as water temperatures continue to rise. #BayAwarenessWeek
The outdoors is for *everyone*! Join us in protecting clean air & water and creating accessible programs for our diverse Chesapeake Bay Watershed community. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 #BayAwarenessWeek
June 11, 2025 at 5:00 PM
The outdoors is for *everyone*! Join us in protecting clean air & water and creating accessible programs for our diverse Chesapeake Bay Watershed community. ❤️🧡💛💚💙💜 #BayAwarenessWeek
DYK our watershed's land-to-water ratio is 14:1 - the largest of any coastal water body in the world! That means that for every 14 square miles of watershed land, there is only 1 square mile of water in the Bay. You live in a 64,000-square-mile funnel that sends water to the BAY! #BayAwarenessWeek
June 11, 2025 at 1:32 AM
DYK our watershed's land-to-water ratio is 14:1 - the largest of any coastal water body in the world! That means that for every 14 square miles of watershed land, there is only 1 square mile of water in the Bay. You live in a 64,000-square-mile funnel that sends water to the BAY! #BayAwarenessWeek