Arlington Sets Outdoor, Online EcoWeek Schedule

ARLINGTON, MA — Arlington's annual EcoWeek, a celebration raising awareness and inspiring action on behalf of the planet, will be held May 5-15. Join the town for outdoor and online events and activities open to all ages.

There will be projects for residents to do on their own, such as Citizen Science data gathering and a chance to submit a video clip about using renewable, and human, energy. All events are free, accessible, and will follow COVID safety guidelines, so pre-registration is required.

Arlington EcoWeek will spotlight local public art projects, as well as initiatives led by student green teams and community groups. Come learn about diversity and inclusion in the outdoors, native pollinator gardens, and the ecological threat of plastic pollution. Residents will gain tips for greening their home's electricity, reducing single use plastics, and advocating for climate change legislation.

EcoWeek is a truly collaborative endeavor, demonstrating the broad array of environmental issues being addressed by Town departments, volunteer groups, and regional nonprofits.

"On behalf of the Department of Planning and Community Development, I'm excited to participate in EcoWeek. In my session, I'll help residents learn how easy it is to get 100% of their electricity from renewable sources," Energy Manager Ken Pruitt said.

Arlington EcoWeek aims to involve all of our residents in local environmental initiatives.

"I am grateful that complex issues of accessibility, racial equity and inclusivity are being brought to the forefront during EcoWeek, highlighting the importance of environmental justice for all community members," Jill Harvey, director of the Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion Division of Arlington Health and Human Services added.

Find the full (evolving) EcoWeek program, including links to sign up for outdoor gatherings and online presentations, at arlingtonma.gov/ecoweek.