Maryland’s 2024 General Assembly session yielded what one activist called “a mixed bag” of legislation dealing with the Chesapeake Bay, climate change, and environmental justice. See the full story at The Bay Journal. More DMV News Dominion Energy Launches RFP for Solar and Storage Projects... Read More
EV owners need to have access to EV charging at home. As plug-in vehicles become more common, this guide will assist property owners, boards, managers, and advocates make informed decisions about installing EV charging infrastructure. To learn more about this resource, visit Montgomery County. Read More
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Climate and Energy Leadership Awards recognize organizations that develop climate stewardship projects and programs that engage and serve the region’s underserved communities. The awards program highlights a broad range of climate solutions for their unique engagement practices and... Read More
The Division is responsible for planning, design, construction, inspection, and maintenance of best management practices to control urban runoff, stream restoration projects, implementation of a comprehensive countywide monitoring program, implementation of stewardship programs with private property owners to install best management practices, outreach and education,... Read More
This position is located in the Urban Sustainability Administration’s Green Building and Climate Branch, this position will support early implementation of all-electric and deep efficiency requirements in District Government projects. This position will support District agencies integrating net-zero energy principles from early design to delivery... Read More
ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA (ICLEI USA) and ResourceX are teaming up with the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (MWCOG) to support local government members in advancing climate change and sustainability impact through enhanced climate action, budgeting, and purchasing processes. Applications are now... Read More
Officials on the Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) Board of Directors adopted a new regional tree canopy goal last week as area leaders work to meet broader climate goals for 2030 and beyond. See the full story at the COG Newsroom. More DMV News... Read More
Green Dining Arlington is an initiative of EcoAction Arlington that brings together Arlington restaurants to collectively develop, encourage, and implement green dining practices in the community. Surveys of local restaurants have revealed critical gaps in restaurants’ knowledge of why or how they should implement eco-friendly... Read More
The Climate Change Program is responsible for developing and implementing nation-leading policies to reduce and sequester greenhouse gas emissions to mitigate the impacts of climate change. The work performed in the Program improves the health and welfare of people and the environment while developing a... Read More
The Department of Energy and Environment announced it had awarded $350,000 to Electrify DC for a study and educational project that will help residents and multifamily building owners learn about the current capacity of the electrical grid and how it can support their use of... Read More