
ALERT: With Mayor Bowser adjusting the District’s operating status in response to coronavirus (COVID-19), all non-essential agency events, gatherings and meetings are postponed through March 31. DOEE remains open. All staff will work remotely, except in limited cases. All DOEE operations and services remain unchanged unless otherwise stated. For operating status of DC Government and more information on response, please visit coronavirus.dc.gov.
Taylor Street & MLK Energy Centers – closed from March 16 through April 24, 2020. During modified operations, clients may only apply online.
DOEE has financial assistance, discounts, and energy efficiency programs to help District residents with their utility bills. Please see below for services available to District residents.
ADVISORY: Appointments or online applications are required for District residents to apply for energy assistance with DOEE.
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District residents must apply for assistance by completing an online application or by calling 3-1-1 to schedule an in-person appointment.
DOEE has financial assistance, discounts, and energy efficiency programs to help District residents with their utility bills. Please see below for services available to District residents.
ADVISORY: DOEE is not accepting appointments through March 31, 2020. In order to receive assistance, please submit an application online via the link below. Please note that major utilities have indicated that they will not disconnect services during this emergency period.
- District residents must apply for assistance by completing an online application.
Services for Income Eligible Residents
- Receive Help Paying Your Energy Bills (LIHEAP)
- Receive Discounts on Your Utility Bills (UDP)
- Make Your Home More Energy Efficient with the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP)
- NEW: Receive Help with Your DC Water Bill (CRIAC)
- NEW: Lead Pipe Replacement Assistance Program
Additional Resources for Residents
- 2018 Energy Burden Report
- Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audits
- Energy Assistance Frequently Asked Questions
- Solar Initiative
Additional Resources for Businesses:

Request for Policy Advisory Council members:
Are you interested in energy efficiency and helping families stay safe in their homes? Consider joining the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Branch (EECB) Policy Advisory Council (PAC) to advise the Department of Energy and Environment (DOEE) on issues related to the administration of EECB programs.
PAC obligations:
- Attend quarterly conference calls
- Meet in-person twice a year
- Serve a two-year term
- Review and provide feedback on program manuals, standard operating procedures (SOPs), the Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) State Plan, department web page, and other materials used for program administration.
If you are interested in participating, please contact to Jennifer Kulp at [email protected].

