Eco-City Alexandria VA
@ecocityalx.bsky.social
Official City of Alexandria government account managed by the Office of Climate Action.
Cold weather has arrived, and staying warm is essential.
Dress in layers to protect yourself from low temperatures.
Remember to keep outerwear dry and insulated when heading outdoors.
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #coldtemperatures #staywarm #layerup #preparedness
Dress in layers to protect yourself from low temperatures.
Remember to keep outerwear dry and insulated when heading outdoors.
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #coldtemperatures #staywarm #layerup #preparedness
November 14, 2025 at 8:55 PM
Cold weather has arrived, and staying warm is essential.
Dress in layers to protect yourself from low temperatures.
Remember to keep outerwear dry and insulated when heading outdoors.
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #coldtemperatures #staywarm #layerup #preparedness
Dress in layers to protect yourself from low temperatures.
Remember to keep outerwear dry and insulated when heading outdoors.
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #coldtemperatures #staywarm #layerup #preparedness
Dispose of unneeded medication, including pet medications, during National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay on Sat, October 25, or at a permanent drop box that provides year-round access for Alexandria residents. Learn more at alexandriava.gov/Opioids.
October 23, 2025 at 4:12 PM
Dispose of unneeded medication, including pet medications, during National Prescription Drug #TakeBackDay on Sat, October 25, or at a permanent drop box that provides year-round access for Alexandria residents. Learn more at alexandriava.gov/Opioids.
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
#ecocityalx #ecocitybusiness #alexandriavagov
October 22, 2025 at 4:01 PM
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
#ecocityalx #ecocitybusiness #alexandriavagov
October is Energy Awareness Month It’s a great reminder to save energy and money at home. Also, Federal tax credits are expiring soon. You could get up to $2,000 by installing a heat pump. If you’ve been thinking about it, now’s the time!
Join Eco-City Homes Program!
Visit: AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City
Join Eco-City Homes Program!
Visit: AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City
October 21, 2025 at 6:52 PM
October is Energy Awareness Month It’s a great reminder to save energy and money at home. Also, Federal tax credits are expiring soon. You could get up to $2,000 by installing a heat pump. If you’ve been thinking about it, now’s the time!
Join Eco-City Homes Program!
Visit: AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City
Join Eco-City Homes Program!
Visit: AlexandriaVA.gov/Eco-City
We had an amazing time at the Spooky Mad Science Expo this past Saturday!
Huge kudos to Zohreh, the CEO from Chrysalis Development Group for putting together such a fun and electrifying event! You can be a vampire hunter, too: Check out a kill-a-watt from the Library and start saving $$ today.
Huge kudos to Zohreh, the CEO from Chrysalis Development Group for putting together such a fun and electrifying event! You can be a vampire hunter, too: Check out a kill-a-watt from the Library and start saving $$ today.
October 20, 2025 at 9:32 PM
We had an amazing time at the Spooky Mad Science Expo this past Saturday!
Huge kudos to Zohreh, the CEO from Chrysalis Development Group for putting together such a fun and electrifying event! You can be a vampire hunter, too: Check out a kill-a-watt from the Library and start saving $$ today.
Huge kudos to Zohreh, the CEO from Chrysalis Development Group for putting together such a fun and electrifying event! You can be a vampire hunter, too: Check out a kill-a-watt from the Library and start saving $$ today.
We had some great conversations with residents at last night's Alexandria Beautification Commission's annual awards ceremony! Held at the Platinum LEED-certified AlexRenew, this celebration highlighted the people and projects making Alexandria a more vibrant place.
October 17, 2025 at 8:54 PM
We had some great conversations with residents at last night's Alexandria Beautification Commission's annual awards ceremony! Held at the Platinum LEED-certified AlexRenew, this celebration highlighted the people and projects making Alexandria a more vibrant place.
Act Now!
Federal Tax Credits are Expiring Soon.
Learn how you can qualify.
Visit: www.alexandriava.gov/Eco-City
Federal Tax Credits are Expiring Soon.
Learn how you can qualify.
Visit: www.alexandriava.gov/Eco-City
October 8, 2025 at 8:47 PM
Act Now!
Federal Tax Credits are Expiring Soon.
Learn how you can qualify.
Visit: www.alexandriava.gov/Eco-City
Federal Tax Credits are Expiring Soon.
Learn how you can qualify.
Visit: www.alexandriava.gov/Eco-City
The @alexandriavagov.bsky.social has been designated #ChargingSmart Silver for making #ElectricVehicle charging more accessible for residents and businesses! We're proud to be a national leader in removing barriers to the deployment of EVs
October 7, 2025 at 7:09 PM
The @alexandriavagov.bsky.social has been designated #ChargingSmart Silver for making #ElectricVehicle charging more accessible for residents and businesses! We're proud to be a national leader in removing barriers to the deployment of EVs
Book 📖 your spot: Le Tour d'Alexandria, a leisurely 13-mile ride to ALX Libraries. We'll have an Eco-City spokes-person 🛞 to pedal 🚴 climate facts. Saddle up 🏇 exercise is a cycle-logically 😁 proven mood booster. Hope you aren't two-tired of our puns! 👏 https://alexlibraryva.org/alexandria-bike-tour
October 3, 2025 at 2:50 PM
Book 📖 your spot: Le Tour d'Alexandria, a leisurely 13-mile ride to ALX Libraries. We'll have an Eco-City spokes-person 🛞 to pedal 🚴 climate facts. Saddle up 🏇 exercise is a cycle-logically 😁 proven mood booster. Hope you aren't two-tired of our puns! 👏 https://alexlibraryva.org/alexandria-bike-tour
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
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
September 30, 2025 at 9:07 PM
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
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
Deadline to apply: October 1
Cost: $110 | FREE for students | Waivers available
Info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors or bill@ecoactionarlington.org
#EcoCityALX #alexandriavagov
September 29, 2025 at 7:13 PM
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
Deadline to apply: October 1
Cost: $110 | FREE for students | Waivers available
Info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors or bill@ecoactionarlington.org
#EcoCityALX #alexandriavagov
Want to be a good neighbor and reduce your carbon footprint? Take Alexandria’s free DASH bus to get around town easily and sustainably. It’s a simple way to reduce traffic and pollution while connecting with your community.
Find routes and schedules at dashbus.com. #GoodNeighborDay #EcoCityALX
Find routes and schedules at dashbus.com. #GoodNeighborDay #EcoCityALX
Welcome to Alexandria! | DASH – Alexandria, VA's FREE Local Transit System
dashbus.com
September 28, 2025 at 6:57 PM
Want to be a good neighbor and reduce your carbon footprint? Take Alexandria’s free DASH bus to get around town easily and sustainably. It’s a simple way to reduce traffic and pollution while connecting with your community.
Find routes and schedules at dashbus.com. #GoodNeighborDay #EcoCityALX
Find routes and schedules at dashbus.com. #GoodNeighborDay #EcoCityALX
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Had a blast test driving a couple EVs and scooters at Chinquapin Park. Big shout out to our @ecocityalx.bsky.social team for putting the Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive Event together!
#AlexandriaVA #EcoCity
#AlexandriaVA #EcoCity
September 27, 2025 at 4:46 PM
Had a blast test driving a couple EVs and scooters at Chinquapin Park. Big shout out to our @ecocityalx.bsky.social team for putting the Electric Vehicle Ride and Drive Event together!
#AlexandriaVA #EcoCity
#AlexandriaVA #EcoCity
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
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
September 26, 2025 at 8:55 PM
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
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
Calling all climate champions!
Join the new EcoAmbassadors Program launching Fall 2025, a volunteer opportunity to take action on energy, waste, and sustainability in Alexandria and Arlington.
Apply by October 1
Ages 16+ welcome!
Learn more: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors
#EcoCityALX
Join the new EcoAmbassadors Program launching Fall 2025, a volunteer opportunity to take action on energy, waste, and sustainability in Alexandria and Arlington.
Apply by October 1
Ages 16+ welcome!
Learn more: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors
#EcoCityALX
September 25, 2025 at 6:53 PM
Calling all climate champions!
Join the new EcoAmbassadors Program launching Fall 2025, a volunteer opportunity to take action on energy, waste, and sustainability in Alexandria and Arlington.
Apply by October 1
Ages 16+ welcome!
Learn more: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors
#EcoCityALX
Join the new EcoAmbassadors Program launching Fall 2025, a volunteer opportunity to take action on energy, waste, and sustainability in Alexandria and Arlington.
Apply by October 1
Ages 16+ welcome!
Learn more: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors
#EcoCityALX
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
@alexandriavagov.bsky.social
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
@alexandriavagov.bsky.social
September 25, 2025 at 6:53 PM
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
@alexandriavagov.bsky.social
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
@alexandriavagov.bsky.social
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
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
September 23, 2025 at 7:09 PM
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
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
Apply by Sept 24, 2025 (free for students).
More info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors
#EcoAmbassadors #ClimateAction #VolunteerOpportunities #ecocityalx
September 22, 2025 at 7:19 PM
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
Apply by Sept 24, 2025 (free for students).
More info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors
#EcoAmbassadors #ClimateAction #VolunteerOpportunities #ecocityalx
Come to the EV Ride and Drive to test drive different electric vehicles from local dealerships and talk to local EV owners!
Saturday, September 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Chinquapin Park, Lot 3 (near the tennis courts), 3210 King St.
Bring your driver’s license to test drive vehicles.
#ecocityalx
Saturday, September 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Chinquapin Park, Lot 3 (near the tennis courts), 3210 King St.
Bring your driver’s license to test drive vehicles.
#ecocityalx
September 18, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Come to the EV Ride and Drive to test drive different electric vehicles from local dealerships and talk to local EV owners!
Saturday, September 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Chinquapin Park, Lot 3 (near the tennis courts), 3210 King St.
Bring your driver’s license to test drive vehicles.
#ecocityalx
Saturday, September 27, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Chinquapin Park, Lot 3 (near the tennis courts), 3210 King St.
Bring your driver’s license to test drive vehicles.
#ecocityalx
The City of Alexandria partnered with Energy Masters, a program of EcoAction Arlington, to install programmable thermostats in nearly 50 affordable housing units operated by ARHA at Chatham Square. Each one can save up to 8% on energy bills by simply changing thermostat settings at night.
September 17, 2025 at 3:55 PM
The City of Alexandria partnered with Energy Masters, a program of EcoAction Arlington, to install programmable thermostats in nearly 50 affordable housing units operated by ARHA at Chatham Square. Each one can save up to 8% on energy bills by simply changing thermostat settings at night.
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
📅 More info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors #EcoAmbassadors #ClimateAction #VolunteerOpportunities #EcocityAlx #AlexandriaVAGov
September 15, 2025 at 7:20 PM
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
📅 More info: ecoactionarlington.org/ecoambassadors #EcoAmbassadors #ClimateAction #VolunteerOpportunities #EcocityAlx #AlexandriaVAGov
Did you know that the Eco-City Business program hosts interactive webinars? Yesterday, ALX Dog Walk, @portcitybrew.bsky.social, and AEDP talked about how sustainability can be used to market your business. Join the Eco-City Business program for more info! AlexandriaVA.gov/EcoCityBusiness
September 13, 2025 at 12:00 AM
Did you know that the Eco-City Business program hosts interactive webinars? Yesterday, ALX Dog Walk, @portcitybrew.bsky.social, and AEDP talked about how sustainability can be used to market your business. Join the Eco-City Business program for more info! AlexandriaVA.gov/EcoCityBusiness
Going Electric for the Lawn
Building on the success of the City’s gas leaf blower ban, the City partnered with Clean Air Partners on their annual electric landscaping equipment swap. Estimates range from 30,000 to 100,000 tons of CO2 saved annually in Alexandria from this effort. #ecocityalx
Building on the success of the City’s gas leaf blower ban, the City partnered with Clean Air Partners on their annual electric landscaping equipment swap. Estimates range from 30,000 to 100,000 tons of CO2 saved annually in Alexandria from this effort. #ecocityalx
September 10, 2025 at 4:09 PM
Going Electric for the Lawn
Building on the success of the City’s gas leaf blower ban, the City partnered with Clean Air Partners on their annual electric landscaping equipment swap. Estimates range from 30,000 to 100,000 tons of CO2 saved annually in Alexandria from this effort. #ecocityalx
Building on the success of the City’s gas leaf blower ban, the City partnered with Clean Air Partners on their annual electric landscaping equipment swap. Estimates range from 30,000 to 100,000 tons of CO2 saved annually in Alexandria from this effort. #ecocityalx
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
To register and see more details, visit alexandriava.gov/EcoCityBusiness.
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #alxdogwalk #portcitybrewingco #aedp
September 8, 2025 at 6:55 PM
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
To register and see more details, visit alexandriava.gov/EcoCityBusiness.
#ecocityalx #alexandriavagov #alxdogwalk #portcitybrewingco #aedp
The 9/10 EcoAction Arlington Happy Hour in Alexandria will feature an opportunity for prospective volunteers to learn about the exciting, new EcoAmbassadors volunteer program.
Please join and bring a friend! More information/RSVP: tinyurl.com/43z3jckr.
Please join and bring a friend! More information/RSVP: tinyurl.com/43z3jckr.
September 7, 2025 at 7:11 PM
The 9/10 EcoAction Arlington Happy Hour in Alexandria will feature an opportunity for prospective volunteers to learn about the exciting, new EcoAmbassadors volunteer program.
Please join and bring a friend! More information/RSVP: tinyurl.com/43z3jckr.
Please join and bring a friend! More information/RSVP: tinyurl.com/43z3jckr.