UPDATE: DOEE will begin accepting applications for the FY27 LIHEAP by Fax, Online and Mail ONLY on October 20, 2026. Starting November 10, 2026, residents can call (311) to schedule an in-person appointment that will begin on November 17, 2026. Residents who walk into the DOEE service centers without an appointment will not be seen.
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.
Services for Income Eligible Residents
- LIHEAP - Receive Help Paying Your Energy Bills
- UDP - Receive Discounts on Your Utility Bills
- CRIAC - Receive A Discount On Your DC Water Bill
- WAP - Make Your Home More Energy Efficient with the Weatherization Assistance Program
- SfA - educe Your Electric Bill with Solar for All
- LPRP -Receive Assistance Replacing Your Partial Lead Service Line
- LRP Lead Reduction Program
All Residents seeking energy assistance will need to provide the following information with their application:
- Government issued unexpired photo identification for the applicant only
- Social security cards for all household members
- Proof of current income for all household members
- Recent Washington Gas, PEPCO, and DC Water utility bills
Residents seeking emergency electric or gas assistance must provide documentation from PEPCO and/or Washington Gas that states their service has been disconnected when applying for assistance.
Additional Resources for Residents
- DC Incentive Calculator
- 2018 Energy Burden Report
- Do-It-Yourself Home Energy Audits
- Energy Assistance Frequently Asked Questions
- Solar Initiative
- Third-Party Energy Suppliers in the District