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Montgomery Parks announces expansion of solar energy initiative to support a greener future

April 21, 2025

WHEATON, Md—Montgomery Parks is expanding its solar initiative, with a goal of doubling the park system’s solar energy production over the next five years. The initiative reflects the agency’s commitment to environmental sustainability, operational efficiency, and clean energy leadership in Montgomery County in support of the county’s Climate Action Plan.

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Montgomery Parks’ Oakley Cabin Augmented Reality Experience receives a preservation award from the Maryland Historical Trust

May 15, 2025

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks is proud to announce that its Oakley Cabin Augmented Reality (AR) experience is being acknowledged for Excellence in Preservation Partnerships by the Maryland Historical Trust. Read more...

Montgomery Planning’s Damascus Placemaking Festival wins award from the American Society of Landscape Architects

May 09, 2025

Baltimore, Md. – The Montgomery County Planning Department, part of The Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission, (M-NCPPC) was recognized by the Maryland Chapter of the American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) with a Merit Award for the Damascus Placemaking…

Montgomery Parks and the Purple Line complete fish passage project that provides environmental benefits for the region

May 08, 2025

WHEATON, Md. – Montgomery Parks and the Maryland Transit Administration (MTA) Purple Line completed a new fish passage project at a stream underpass of Piney Branch Road in the Long Branch community, helping to restore habitat for migratory fish and…