The Montgomery County Homeowner Energy Efficiency Program (MCEEP) is a FREE program through the Montgomery County Department of Housing and Community Affairs, administered by Habitat for Humanity Metro Maryland aimed at reducing home energy usage for qualified PEPCO and Washington Gas customers. To learn more... Read More
This July saw some of the hottest global temperatures ever recorded – we hope you’re staying cool and safe out there, DC! These sweltering temperatures are in part due to El Niño, a cyclical weather pattern that causes warmer global air temperatures. Climate change is... Read More
Thinking about going solar but not sure where to start? You’ve come to the right place. The Local Energy Alliance Program (LEAP) is a trusted local non-profit delivering energy-efficient solutions throughout Virginia to make homes safer, healthier, and more affordable while reducing energy usage and... Read More
Women have led the environmental justice movement. Women are often the ones who notice patterns of disease in their communities, fight to protect their families and neighbors, and bear the burden of health disparities. In this exhibition from the Smithsonian’s Anacostia Community Museum, explore how... Read More
Sustainable DC is the District’s plan to become the healthiest, greenest, most livable city for all residents. The original Sustainable DC Plan was released in 2013 and updated to Sustainable DC 2.0 in 2019. Now due for its next update, the Department of Energy and Environment and... Read More
Energy Masters is an award-winning program that conserves energy and water. Join a community of volunteers who are passionate about helping neighbors reduce their carbon footprint, their energy and water consumption, and their utility bills. Energy Masters volunteers, after receiving specialized training, deliver hands-on conservation upgrades... Read More
Eligible District residents can apply to several assistance or discount programs to help lower their utility costs. The DCPSC requires that Pepco, Washington Gas, and Verizon sponsor their own discount programs for residents, but there are additional money- and energy-saving initiatives available through #Here2HelpDC. To learn... Read More
Get ready for it. The Mayor and City Council have approved an ordinance that will make it mandatory for residents to separate their organic waste from the trash. Organic waste is food scraps, food waste, food-soiled paper, and compostable plastic. You’ll also have to separate out... Read More
The Summer Ready DC campaign by the District of Columbia Public Service Commission assists residents in preparing their homes for summer. This includes getting a free weatherization kit to save energy, using checklists to ready homes for potential storms, enrolling in programs for utility assistance... Read More
Join the Gaithersburg Environmental Affairs Committee as it hosts its second Fix-It Fair, an event to promote waste reduction and environmental awareness. By repairing them instead of throwing them away, you can save money and resources and extend the life of your items. The event... Read More