Two Years of EcoExtravaganza Celebrations Emphasize Preserving Nature

After a year when we emphasized the role that Biophilia and the Love of Our Living World play in creating a healthy ecosystem, our third annual EcoExtravaganza in June 2021 was a moment to celebrate each discipline’s contribution to healing our world.

The gathering united a community of committed supporters and advocates to celebrate nature’s beauty and highlight the critical work of individuals and organizations like EcoAction Arlington. Supporters, elected officials, and our featured speaker, Jason Samenow, editor and writer on weather and climate at the Washington Post, all gathered virtually, emphasizing the need to act continuously to slow global warming.

Jason Samenow’s presentation on Extreme Weather in Washington, D.C.: How has it changed and what does the future hold, zeroed in on the local environmental impact of climate change and future concerns.

Arlington County Board Chair Matt de Ferranti emphasized the importance of environmental action, and Congressman Don Beyer spoke briefly about Arlington County’s progress toward carbon neutrality.

Patrick Bonisteel, the Vision Preserver of Training and Development at Busboys and Poets, a Green Dining partner, shared information about the restaurant’s