ReThread DC, the District of Columbia’s textile reuse and recovery initiative, provides local residents and visitors resources for decreasing the impact that their clothing (and other textiles) has on the environment. ReThread DC is creating a culture of recovery and reuse in the District, providing... Read More
Montgomery Energy Connection is a network of County Government and community partners. Created to provide customized education on the benefits of energy efficiency, availability of programs, and opportunities for assistance. Find out how to keep more money in your pocket by reducing the energy you... 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
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
Take advantage of Potomac Edison’s high-efficiency HVAC program. Nearly half of your home’s energy bill is heating, ventilation, and cooling costs. Installing high-efficiency HVAC equipment will make your home more comfortable and lower your energy costs. To learn more about this resource, visit Potomac Edison. Read More
Repairs and upgrades to a home can significantly reduce energy use throughout the year, which can give you a more comfortable home, lower monthly power bills, and improve air quality and family health. Maryland’s EmPOWER Program helps limited-income households with the installation of materials and... Read More
By taking the Electrify Everything Pledge, you can also opt to be connected to the County’s selected installer to learn more about switching from fossil fuels to electric and what incentives you might be eligible for as you electrify your home. You can also opt... Read More
A new initiative is making its way through Montgomery County and it is called Project Porchlight. Since lighting accounts for around 12% of an average home’s electricity use, residents can save about $225 in energy costs per year by switching to LEDs. Because the porch... Read More
Find rebates and special offers near you on ENERGY STAR-certified products. Products that earn the ENERGY STAR label meets strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the U.S. EPA, helping you save energy and money while protecting the environment. To learn more about this resource, visit Energy... Read More
The Train Green Sustainable Energy Infrastructure Capacity Building and Pipeline Program (Train Green SEICBP) is a new training, credentialing, and certification program for District Certified Business Enterprises (CBEs) and/or CBE-eligible firms. This program is designed to assist CBEs and CBE-eligible firms in acquiring new or... Read More