Paws, steps and sustainability this morning at the ALX Dog Walk 🐾

#ecocityalx #alxdogwalk #alexandriavagov #sustainability #plasticfree

Join us for the webinar!

Helsingborg, Sweden and Alexandria, VA share solutions to coastal flooding and extreme heat.

#ecocityalx #sweden #alexandriavagov #alexandriava

Test drive EVs, try e-bikes and scooters, and talk with local EV owners and discover electric ways to get around the city.

Saturday, April 11, 10am – 2pm at Chinquapin Park

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Find your EV at the EV Ride and Drive and Showcase - April 11 - 10am-2pm, Chinquapin Park.

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Try out EVs, e-bikes, and scooters at Alexandria’s Ride & Drive and see how fun clean transportation can be.

Saturday, April 11, 10am – 2pm at Chinquapin Park

#ecocityalx #electricvehicles #alexandriavagov

From Cambodia to Alexandria
Welcome Borey Kong to the City Manager’s Office & Office of Climate Action via ICMA + YSEALI.
With expertise in GIS, remote sensing & conservation, she’ll support heat mitigation & community engagement efforts.
#EcoCityAlexandria #AlexandriavaGov

Join us for Alexandria’s Earth Month EV Ride & Drive and E-Mobility Showcase. Test drive EVs, try e-bikes and scooters, and connect with local owners to learn what it’s really like to make the switch.

Saturday, April 11, 10am – 2pm at Chinquapin Park

#AlexandriaVAGov #EcoCityALX #ElectricVehicles

Talk with Go Electric DMV coaches at the Utility Resource Fair this Saturday, Jan 31, 10 AM–12 PM at Charles Houston Recreation Center.

#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #goelectricdmv #utilityresourcefair #sustainability

Take control of stormwater and reduce your Stormwater Utility (SWU) fee!

Join us to learn more about easy, eligible practices for your business property.

Register: alexandriava.gov/EcoCityBusiness

#alexandriavates #ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #stormwater

¡Acompáñanos en la Feria de Recursos!

Conoce directamente a las compañías de servicios públicos para hablar sobre:
• Consejos para ahorrar energía
• Descuentos y programas de asistencia
• Opciones de planes de pago

#ecocityalx #ahorrodedinero #ahorrodeenergia #alexandriavagov

Join us at the Utility Resource Fair to learn about available resources.

#ecocityalx #utility #savings #energysavings #environment #assistanceprograms #greencities #ecocities #alexandriava #alexandriavagov

Take control of stormwater and reduce your Stormwater Utility (SWU) fee!
Join us to learn more about easy, eligible practices for your business property.

Wednesday January 28, 10-11 a.m.
Register: alexandriava.gov/EcoCityBusiness

#alexandriavates #ecocityalx #alexandriavagov

Colder weather means your home may need a little attention to keep your energy bills down and your home comfortable.
If you want to keep saving energy and money, check out the Eco-City Homes website at AlexandriaVA.gov/EcoCityHomes
#energy
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #ecocityhomes

As winter settles in, preparing your home can help you stay comfortable and save energy.

Seal drafts around windows and doors to keep warm air inside.

Small improvements can make a big difference

#ecocityalx #winterize #energyefficiency #energysavings #alexandriava #alexandriavagov

Sparkle Brighter, Spend Less!

Your holiday spirit should shine, not your energy bill!
Save money, reduce carbon, and keep the holiday magic alive.

Learn more energy-saving tricks and sign up for Eco-City Homes: alexandriava.gov/ecocityhomes
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #winterready #ecocityhomes

We’ve all heard “reduce, reuse, recycle” – but what does that actually look like if you’re a local business? Join the Eco-City Business program’s upcoming webinar to find out! Register and get more info at alexandriava.gov/EcoCityBusiness#Webinars.
#ecocityalx #ecocitybusiness #alexandriavagov

We loved seeing you at the EV Ride & Drive Event.
Thank you for joining us!
Remember to:
Check out our electric buses
Test ride e-bikes and scooters
Talk to local EV owners
Engage with local organizations
Test drive EVs

#EcoCityALX #AlexandriaVAGov #ElectricVehicles #eScooters #eBikes #GreenCities

EcoAmbassadors is a new volunteer training program focused on climate action, clean energy, and sustainable living.
Deadline to apply: October 1

Cost: $110 | FREE for students | Waivers available
Info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors or bill@ecoactionarlington.org
#EcoCityALX #alexandriavagov

Join us this Saturday, September 27!
EV Ride & Drive and Showcase.
From 10 am to 2 pm at Chinquapin Park.

At the ride and drive, you can test drive electric vehicles and talk to local EV owners...

#EcoCityALX #AlexandriaVAGov #ElectricVehicles #GreenTransportation

Thinking about going electric?
Now’s the time!
Join the City of Alexandria for our EV Ride & Drive and Showcase on Saturday, September 27, 10 a.m.–2 p.m. at Chinquapin Park
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #electricvehicles #ev #greenenergy #evride&drive
#alexandria #fun

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Alexandria is Leading the Way!
We’re proud to be recognized as having the 17th most LEED-certified buildings per capita!

#LEEDbuildings #LEEDCertification #EcoCityALX #AlexandriaVAGov #GreenBuildings #Sustainability @alexandriavagov.bsky.social

Join EcoAmbassadors in Fall 2025 to promote climate action! Open to everyone ages 16 and up. Apply by Sept 24, 2025 (free for students).

📅 More info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors #EcoAmbassadors #ClimateAction #VolunteerOpportunities #EcocityAlx #AlexandriaVAGov

Join the Eco-City Business Program’s interactive webinar on September 11 to learn how your business can use sustainability to attract and retain customers!

To register and see more details, visit alexandriava.gov/EcoCityBusiness.

#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #alxdogwalk #portcitybrewingco #aedp

We're updating the Green Building Policy.
What's changing?

#greenbuildingpolicy #ecocityalx #greencities #alexandriavagov

A recent report from the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments highlights the growing number of green buildings in the region.

Alexandria continues to set a strong example in advancing green development in the region.
#greenbuildings #ecocityalx #alexandriavagov