Virginia is beginning to create plans for how to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, the primary driver of climate change, on a state and regional basis thanks to millions of dollars from the federal government. See the full story at Virginia Mercury. More DMV News Can... Read More
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and its partners challenge you to reduce waste by thinking differently about how you shop for and give gifts. Together, we can reduce waste, save energy and build a strong local economy. DEP encourages you to Gift... Read More
The Climate Adaptation Partnerships (CAP) program in the Climate and Societal Interactions (CSI) division of the Climate Program Office is an applied research and engagement program that expands society’s regional capacity to adapt to climate impacts in the United States. The CAP program supports sustained,... Read More
The Montgomery County Council passed a bill Tuesday that will ban the sale and use of gas-powered leaf blowers within the county. A ban on sales will take effect July 1, 2024, followed by a ban on use effective July 1, 2025. The legislation is... Read More
This position is located in the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE), Natural Resources Administration, Water Quality Division, Standards and TMDLs Branch. The incumbent serves as Branch Chief of the Standards and TMDLs Branch with responsibility for managing the day-to-day operation, high-level technical assistance, and... Read More
If you shift your energy use to times when energy is less in demand, you can save with the residential Time-of-Use Rate. Instead of paying a flat rate for your energy use, you pay a lower rate during off-peak hours and a higher rate during... Read More