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Invasive Plant Reduction by Deer Population Control-One Story
July 10, 2019
Japanese Stiltgrass is a non-native plant that poses a serious threat to the natural environment of Catoctin Mountain Park. A main cause for the spread of Stiltgrass is the overpopulation of deer in the Catoctin region.
Flawed NIST Study Dubiously Suggests Gas-Powered Homes Less Environmentally Harmful Than All-Electric Homes
July 8, 2019
A new study from the National Institute for Standards and Technology (NIST) makes an odd claim: a new home built in Maryland powered by gas has a lower environmental impact than an all-electric home.
Get Outdoors with the Sierra Club this Summer
July 1, 2019
Nature is a wonderful world we have right outside our window. With summer materializing in sunflowers and warmer temperatures, the Sierra Club is offering more opportunities to get outside with fellow members! So shake off those rain jackets, and...
Single Use Plastics, Personal Habits, and Where the Responsibility of Waste Reduction Lies
June 27, 2019
From take out containers to plastic straws, single use products contribute large amounts to the landfill everyday. People have taken to reusables in more ways than one, but will these individual behavior changes be enough to make a difference? Check...
Save on your Summer AC Bill, the Natural Way
June 25, 2019
It's that time of year again. With July almost upon us, it's impossible to deny that the Maryland summer is officially here, bringing with it the familiar beautiful sunny days, peaceful firefly nights, and intense afternoon heat. Invest in the...
Outstanding Partner Award to Brad German, Citizens Against Beltway Expansion
June 24, 2019
On Saturday June 1st, at the "Moving Toward a Sustainable Maryland" fundraiser with former Gov. Parris Glendening, we were thrilled to present the Outstanding Partner Award to Brad German, Co-Chair of Citizen's Against Beltway Expansion.
Meet Our Summer 2019 Interns
June 19, 2019
Every season the Maryland Sierra Club welcomes a new group of interns to help us with our important work of protecting the environment. Here are our Summer 2019 interns!
Angela Scafidi, Energy
Angela is from Ellicott City, MD and is a...
Maryland Legislators Release Open Letter Opposing Columbia Gas Lawsuit to Seize Public Lands for Dangerous “Potomac Pipeline”
June 18, 2019
On 6/18/19, 62 Maryland legislators released a letter publicly opposing Columbia Gas’ attempt to seize through eminent domain the right-of-way to build a highly controversial fracked-gas pipeline underneath the Western Maryland Rail/Trail. The...
Sierra Club Denounces Katherine C. Gugulis’ Use of Racist Classist Language
June 17, 2019
Yesterday, (6/16/19), the Washington Post published a letter from Gaithersburg resident Katherine C. Gugulis regarding Montgomery County’s proposed policy on Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) that included racist and classist language. We've also...
Reflection on Board of Public Works Vote
June 7, 2019
On June 5th, The Maryland Board of Public Works voted 2-1 to greenlight moving forward on the climate disaster known as the widening of I-495 and I-270. Governor Larry Hogan and Comptroller Peter Franchot cast their votes in favor, while Treasurer...