The state is inching closer to finalizing new energy performance standards for large buildings. But the already-circuitous regulatory process got a little more convoluted, thanks to pressure from the real estate, building, and utilities industries. See the full story at Maryland Matters. More DMV News... Read More
Prince George’s County has already made its New Year’s resolution, and it involves cleaning up the streets and reducing its overall carbon footprint. See the full story at WUSA9. More DMV News WMATA Got $104M to Bulk Up Electric Bus Facilities. Here’s a Look at... Read More
The unveiling falls in line with the county’s strategy to make government operations carbon-neutral by 2040. The truck will “pick up residential trash and yard waste on routes throughout the county,” DPWES announced. The county says the truck is “a move that will save money and protect... Read More
Dominion Energy breaks ground Aug. 22 on what will be the largest energy project ever developed at a U.S. airport. In partnership with the Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority, Dominion Energy will convert a large area of unused land at Dulles International Airport to collect and... Read More
Advocates of Maryland’s efforts to curb greenhouse gas emissions have mostly touted the potential benefits of fighting climate change, improving air quality, and boosting public health. But a newly released working draft of a plan to reduce those emissions acknowledges that some of the gains... Read More
More than two dozen local businesses were honored last month for their commitment to “green commuting.” Hunter Mill District Supervisor Walter Alcorn honored the 29 businesses for taking part in this year’s Bike to Work Day employer challenge, which rewarded companies that encouraged their employees to commute... Read More
With development starting to pick up in the Spring Hill area, the need to protect some of the last remaining natural green space in Tysons has taken on a new level of urgency. See the full story at Fairfax County Local News. More DMV News Governor Moore Announces $4... Read More
Members of the City of Falls Church Police Department and Sheriff’s Office are riding in style and preserving the environment, all while on the job. See the full story at the NoVA Region News. More DMV News Arlington Seeks $1.9 Million Federal Grant To Plant... Read More
A new information hub is now available to assist and guide localities across metropolitan Washington as area leaders work to implement policies and actions to increase the adoption of electric vehicles in the region. See the full story at the COG Newsroom. More DMV News... Read More
About 16% of the electricity sold in the District of Columbia last year came from renewable energy sources, according to data released Monday by the city’s utility regulators. See the full story at Utility Dive. More DMV News New PSC Chair Vows to ‘Leave no... Read More