How will this plan affect customer bills?

The Climate Business Plan is good for the environment, for District residents and visitors, and it puts in place a framework for smart growth in the region. Our plan to promote energy efficiency measures will cost Washington Gas and customers at least $2.7 billion...

2050 is far away. Why act now?

Scientists agree that the cumulative impact of emissions over time compels that we take action in the short term. This is why the Climate Business Plan focuses on short-, medium- and long-term efforts. The things that we can bring to bear in the next few years will...

How is natural gas part of a carbon neutral strategy?

Natural gas plays an essential part of our energy mix and is the preferred method of heating and cooking for 165,000 District residents and businesses today. By harnessing natural gas in our low carbon energy mix, along with other carbon neutral sources like biogas...

What does carbon neutral mean?

Carbon neutrality is a term used to describe individuals, businesses and organizations taking action to remove as much carbon dioxide from the atmosphere as each put into it. To become carbon neutral, we will invest in infrastructure and emerging technologies. This...