Environment and Sustainability

Rockville is one of the leading municipalities in Maryland that has made a formal commitment to move its operations and community towards more sustainable future that considers the following:

  • Prosperity - supporting local economies and community resources.
  • Planet - practicing responsible environmental management and conservation.
  • People - embracing social equity, fairness, health and wellness.

Rockville's sustainability initiatives strive to save tax dollars, assure clean land, air and water, and improve working and living environments in order to build a sustainable community that will thrive well into the new century.

Still have questions? Contact:

Environmental Management
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240-314-8870
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environment@rockvillemd.gov
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111 Maryland Ave.
Rockville, MD 20850
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Monday - Friday
8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.

Free Native Wildflower Seeds

June is National Pollinator Month! The city is celebrating by giving away free native wildflower seeds, which will be mailed to our Rockville residents upon request. 

Request Free Seeds

Environment and Sustainability Newsletter

Sign up to receive a quarterly email full of exciting events, useful information and seasonal tips and reminders.

Resources

Explore resources to help Rockville become a more environmentally-friendly community.

Sustainability Resources


Sustainable Maryland Certified Report

Community Sustainability Survey

Strategy for a Sustainable Rockville

Plans and Policies 


Environment Report

Environmental Guidelines

Integrated Pest Management Strategy

Volunteer and Give Back


Environment Commission  

Adopt a Stream

Storm Drain Marking

Become a Weed Warrior

Passionate about the Environment?
Get involved by applying to be on our Environmental Commission, volunteering on a committee, helping with community outreach or cleaning up streams.

Awards and Recognition

Sustainable Maryland Certified Community Logo
Certified Community Wildlife HabitatSustainable Maryland Certified CommunityChesapeake and Atlantic Coastal Bays Trust Fund GrantMaryland Smart Energy Community


Green Power Community and Leadership ClubCOG Climate and Energy Leadership AwardBethesda Magazine Green AwardCollege Gardens Park Awards