Weed Warrior Volunteer Program - Park and Recreation - Prince Georges County MD Invasive plants are silently dismantling the health of our urban forests. Invasive vines, in particular, are strangling native trees, degrading vital

MNCPPC's new Weed Warrior Volunteer Program in Prince George's County has opportunities to learn how to protect our trees from damaging vines. Learn which vines are harmful and how to control them, then help out in our local parks. www.pgparks.com/get-involved...

NO KINGS Bowie Visibility Brigade · No Kings **In America, we don’t put up with would-be kings.** Our peaceful movement is only getting bigger and stronger. “NO KINGS” is more than just a slogan—it’s the foundation our nation was built upon. Bo...

I'm attending No Kings's event, “NO KINGS Bowie Visibility Brigade” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nokings/even...

Oppose Closing USDA Research Centers: Our Food Safety and Agricultural Research are at Risk The USDA is proposing to close the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center and others, leaving our crops and livestock vulnerable to disease, economic failure, and increased food costs and scarcity.

Comments about the USDA reorganization, including vacating the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center are accepted til 9/30. addup.sierraclub.org/campaigns/op...

YouTube video by IHHAAC Board Prince George's County deliberates bringing data centers into the county

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Dozens rally in Prince George’s County against data center project at abandoned mall site - WTOP News Prince George’s County residents are pushing back against a proposed data center at the old Landover Mall site, citing environmental concerns and lack of transparency.

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Sign the Petition Stop Data Center at Former Landover Mall Site

This petition tells PGCo elected officials that we need more meaningful public engagement in decisions about data centers. We need to push for required disclosure of energy usage, water requirements, noise levels, and other environmental impacts.
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The Crazy Comes for Clean Energy Nothing is safe from the madness of King Donald

Great article from Paul Krugman about The Crazy dismantling of offshore wind. Sheesh. It just doesn't stop. paulkrugman.substack.com/p/the-crazy-...

Does the USDA have the authority to close BARC? - Greenbelt Online The USDA has failed to demonstrate it has the legal authority to vacate the Beltsville Agricultural Research Center.

Public comments are being taken about the reorganization of USDA until Aug 26. What will happen to BARC's people, its mission, and its 6700 acres? Send comments to reorganization@usda.gov. Find food for thought in Owen Kelley's article here www.greenbeltonline.org/barc-law/
#saveBARC, #pgcounty

Tell EPA: Moms Strongly Oppose Rolling Back Mercury and Air Toxics Standards EPA wants to roll back strong protections from mercury and other toxic pollution from coal-fired power plants. But there is no safe level of mercury consumption. Join @MomsSummerofAction & tell EPA n...

Mercury emissions harm developing brains! I urged EPA to keep Mercury & Air Toxics Standards through this petition with @momscleanairforce.org‬. Join me: actnow.momscleanairforce.org/a/mats-rollb... #CleanAirMoms #MomsSummerOfAction app.sosha.ai/s/uF4WcfDU

A county worker was fired for 'gross negligence.' Now, he's nominated to lead his old agency. - Maryland Matters To lead the Prince George’s County Department of the Environment, County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy (D) is turning to someone who was fired from that very department a decade ago.

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Demonstrated competence is essential for leading DoE in addressing challenges related to climate, energy, and resilience.

Column | Why one epidemiologist won’t let his kids play on artificial turf fields A turf war is raging over artificial grass. Here’s how nervous parents can navigate it.

Food for thought about where people play. Excess heat and toxic chemical exposures for the players on artificial turf. More and more days when it's too hot to play. Where does it go when it wears out?
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Prince George's County Climate Stewards Academy invites applications for Fall and Spring Sessions. Get the info you need to help make your community more resilient! Application deadline is August 14. Find out more here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#climateaction #pgcounty #pgcearthdayeveryday

Let's build our capacity for better local land-use decisions. The Neighborhood Planning Academy is a great opportunity to find out how planning and development work in Prince George's County and how you can get involved.
academy.pgplanning.com
Applications must be received by August 15.
#pgcounty

Last of 3 public meetings about data centers will be in Ft. Washington, Sat, 7/26, 10 AM. At the Central County meeting on 7/24, about 50 participants engaged, providing important suggestions. Please participate for better county decision-making! #pgcounty lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/q5k2d...

Don't forget the County's Public Meeting about data centers: Thursday July 24 TODAY at 6 PM at the Sports and Learning Complex.

I wish I could go to this. Maybe you can! Suitland Bog is a fascinating place full of pitcher plants that eat bugs and other wild things you don't see any place else.

Prince George's County Climate Stewards Academy Fall/Spring Application Prince George’s County Climate Stewards Academy is an education and stewardship training program that will support local climate preparedness while building the capacity of communities. The goal is to...

Prince George's County Climate Stewards Academy invites applications for the Fall 2025 and Spring 2026. Great opportunity to learn more about how to increase resilience in your community! docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
#pgcounty #climateaction #PGCearthdayeveryday

Climate change is a local issue – here's what’s happening in MoCo and in Maryland Federal projections say county can expect extra 31 days with extreme precipitation annually

#pgcounty #climateaction
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New dates for Public Meetings about Data Centers In Prince George's County Jul 17, 24 and 26

Prince George’s Sierra Club is delighted to present the 2025 Environmental Service Award to Gyasi Gomez for her outstanding work for sustainability and resilience. Help celebrate at Greenbelt Park, Sat., Jul 19, 12-4 PM! Register today!

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In Alabama, a Social Media Influencer Really Gets Wild

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Tell Lawmakers: Protect SNAP! Join me in taking action to fight hunger today.

It is more important than ever to support families that face difficulty putting food on the table. Please tell your representatives in Congress to protect the SNAP program from unwarranted budget cuts, restrictions and red-tape. #pgcounty
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Virtual Rally to Save the Cornerstone of Conservation Science · National Wildlife Federation We need YOU as we rally in support of critical federal government services at risk of being lost forever. The U.S. Geological Survey Ecosystems Mission Area is responsible for many of the programs tha...

I'm attending National Wildlife Federation's event, “Virtual Rally to Save the Cornerstone of Conservation Science” - sign up now to join me! www.mobilize.us/nwf/event/79...

#PGCearthdayeveryday
Prince George's County Earthlings are invited to share Earth Month activities and insights at a virtual celebration on April 30, 7-8 PM. Bring pictures! Register here:
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#pgcearthdayeveryday

City Nature Challenge 2025 Prince George's County This projects captures observations in Prince George's County, MD during the 2025 City Nature Challenge, April 25-28.

Check out the City Nature Challenge observations from Prince George's County and join the fun by adding more observations with your smartphone and the iNaturalist app!

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City Nature Challenge Washington DC Metro Area APRIL 25 - 28, 2025 | Discovering nature in and around Washington DC

There's still time to add some more observations of biodiversity in Prince George's County for the City Nature Challenge using iNaturalist and your smartphone. Join the fun and learn about cool nature stuff close to home. citynaturechallengedc.org

#PGCEarthDayEveryDay #naturefinds #florafaunafriday
City Nature Challenge happens April 25-28! Document local biodiversity with your smartphone using the iNaturalist app. See how many species we can find in our County and our Metro Area. Find out how at citynaturechallengedc.org/for-observers/

@pgsierraclub.bsky.social, #PGCEarthDayEveryDay
Sierra Club volunteers celebrate Earth Day by removing invasive garlic mustard at Watkins Park to protect the native plants of the forest floor.