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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

This weekend, at the Monroe St. Farmers Market, safely dispose of household primary and rechargeable batteries at the Zero Waste DC tent! 🕘 9:00am to 1:00pm 📍716 Monroe St NE, adjacent to the Brookland/CUA metro stop Learn more about battery recycling in DC! - doee.dc.gov/page/doee-ba...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 01/10/2026

🚨Pinehurst Branch needs help TONIGHT at 6:30 !!! Stormwater is carving the stream deeper and washing mud into Rock Creek. Join our meeting to learn more + share your ideas! 📅 TONIGHT 🔗 Register: www.eventbrite.com/e/1999391836... #RockCreekPark

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Mud from Pinehurst Branch is washing into Rock Creek. Learn what NPS + DOEE are doing! Join the October 1st meeting: eventbrite.com/e/1999391836... Public Comments are accepted from Oct. 1st to Oct. 30th: parkplanning.nps.gov/pinehurstbra... ℹ️ More info: doee.dc.gov/service/pine...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

NEW READ! Delaware's Wetland Monitoring & Assessment Program feature a story about the District's Frog Watch program on their blog (written by Tess Danielson, Environmental Protection Specialist, DOEE). To read the full post, visit: wmap.blogs.delaware.gov/2026/09/29/l...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 28/09/2026

DOEE was honored to host students of the Japan-America Student Conference. Sustainability expert, Oana Leahu-Aluas (DOEE), shared the District's Sustainable DC plan to help empower the future leaders while showing how cities can build greener, healthier, and more livable communities. #SustainableDC

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

🗑️🪫Drop off household, damaged, and defective batteries on Saturday through the end of the year at Lederer Gardens, a communal urban farm and garden that is managed by @dcdpr.bsky.social. Learn more: doee.dc.gov/page/doee-ba...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

Our Green Ready Interns Program (GRIP) worked with 70 high school students through sessions designed to support planning their post‑secondary pathways. One GRIP intern, Jadon Carter, contributed to a small scholarship for a single student (made possible through Omega Psi Phi Fraternity, Inc.)

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Catch something at this weekend's Diamond Teague Fishing pop up event. 📅 Saturday, September 26th ⏲️ 9:00 am Grab a rod 🎣: www.eventbrite.com/e/2001401875...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Big storms = deeper stream + more erosion at Pinehurst Branch. Join us to learn what’s happening + how you can help: eventbrite.com/e/1999391836... 🗓️ Scoping meeting → October 1 🔗 More info: doee.dc.gov/service/pine...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

We had a blast at our fishing event this past weekend at Diamond Teague Park. Come out and fish with us again on 9/26! RSVP while space is available: www.eventbrite.com/e/2001401875...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

Pinehurst Branch is getting hit with too much stormwater, causing erosion, falling trees & even exposed sewer pipes. NPS + DOEE want your input as we plan stream restoration. 🗓️ Scoping meeting → October 1st 🔗 More info: eventbrite.com/e/1999391836...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 18/09/2026

One way to help your home manage heavy rain and reduce pollution from entering our waterways is to sign up for DOEE’s RiverSmart Homes program! Residents receive a stormwater assessment to determine their eligibility for green features. Learn more: tinyurl.com/359jata7

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Jennifer Johnston and Ryan Gavin, members of our Energy Initiatives & Data Division team, presenting at the DC Sustainability Summit yesterday. Their presentation highlighted multifamily electrification case studies, representing the District's commitment to sustainability and the future!

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

WE’RE BACK! We are excited to announce that Kingman and Heritage Islands are reopened to the public, with trail restrictions. ⚠️ Please read below, review the map, and follow all signage indicating trail closures. ⚠️ Visit kingmanisland.com to learn more.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

We know where we’ll be on October 17th! What about you? kingmanisland.com/friends-family-day

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Diamond Teague fishing with DOEE is BACK! 📅September 12th ⏲️9:00 am - noon 📍Diamond Teague Park Space is limited: www.eventbrite.com/e/diamond-te...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

You + 🔧🔨🪛+ Us = Fix-It DC Let's make it a date: 📅Saturday, September 12 ⏰1:30pm-3:30pm 📍Shepherd Park/Juanita E. Thornton Library (7420 Georgia Ave NW) Please register to attend: dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17195519

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 02/09/2026

Join the Food Policy Council and Urban Ag Working Group for a tour of The Well at Oxon Run on Thursday, September 24th. Register for the tour at www.eventbrite.com/e/the-well-a...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Join our friends to learn more about common sources of lead exposure, why young children are especially at risk, and practical steps parents and caregivers can take to protect their children and families. RSVP Here : www.eventbrite.com/e/protect-yo...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

🌿From exploring trails & enjoying the outdoors to rolling up our sleeves and caring for these special places, District residents play an important role in protecting our wetlands. Congrats winners of DOEE’s Wetlands Photo Contest Recreation & Stewardship Category! 🥇 Bob Burnett, AWS Stewardship

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

🐢🦋🦆 From birds and butterflies to turtles, frogs, and other wetland residents, the District’s wetlands are full of life and contestants captured it beautifully. 💚 Congratulations to the winner of DOEE’s Wetlands Photo Contest Wildlife Category! 🥇 1st Jorge Borgantes, “Zombie Snail”

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 21/08/2026

Thanks to all the community members & partners who joined us for our first round of public meetings on the Kingman + Heritage Islands Structures & Trails Design Project this month! 🌳🦅🐟 ➡️ This fall, we’ll head into Phase 2. Subscribe to our newsletter at kingmanisland.com to stay in the loop!

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

Save the date! Fix-It DC will pop up on Georgia Avenue! 📅Saturday, September 12 ⏰1:30pm-3:30pm 📍Shepherd Park/Juanita E. Thornton Library (7420 Georgia Ave NW) Please register to attend the event: dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17195519

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 18/08/2026

Fix-It DC offers free community repair events. Learn how to repair your broken items like small household appliances, bikes and textiles with a coach! Please register to attend the event: dclibrary.libnet.info/event/17195519

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 12/08/2026

Last weekend 18 participants diverted about 134 pounds of material from nearly a dozen repaired items! Join the next Fix-It DC event on Sat., September 12th: ⏲️1:30 – 3:30 pm 📍 Juanita E. Thornton/Shepard Park Neighborhood Library ℹ️ doee.dc.gov/node/1428241

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Join us tomorrow for our last two public engagement meetings in the pre-design phase of the Kingman and Heritage Islands Structures and Trails Design Project. Can’t make it? Submit your feedback online by August 31st . Learn more at kingmanisland.com/design

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 11/08/2026

Our wetlands are more than wildlife habitat; they’re some of the District’s most beautiful landscapes. The winners of this category really understood the assignment. 👏🏾 Congratulations to the winners of DOEE’s Wetlands Photo Contest Landscape Category! 🏆 🥇 1st Place: Erik Lang, Kingman Island

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 10/08/2026

Congratulations to the winner of DOEE's Wetlands Photo Contest's Bird category: Aaron Kaslow District wetlands are home to incredible feathered residents. Thanks to all who participated and captured them in all their glory.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

The District's first Mississippi kite chick is on the wing. The chick has fledged and can be found preening and hunting with its parents. It is the same size as the adults, but with brown streaking across the chest. 📸: Dan "The Birdman" Rauch, DOEE

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

DOEE's is proud to recognize Andre De Souza Coelho of @universityofdc.bsky.social as DOEE’s Stormwater Quarterly Hero Award recipient for Q3 of FY'26. 🎉 Andre’s work strengthens the University’s commitment to sustainable operations and stormwater compliance.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Join us for the second session tomorrow! 📅Wednesday, August 5th from 10 AM – 12 PM 📍 Dorothy I. Height/Benning Neighborhood Library, 3935 Benning Rd NE, Washington, DC 20019

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 04/08/2026

Improving the District's waterways is central to our work here at DOEE and that includes supporting the work of the District Waterways Advisory Commission.  Learn more about the Commission's work to plan a brighter future for our waterways in this new op-ed piece: ggwash.org/view/104239/...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

DOEE and the design team will share what we’ve learned through years of community engagement and provide an update on where the project stands today. ASL interpretation will be provided. Register here: www.eventbrite.com/e/kingman-he...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 23/07/2026

Join us for a discussion about temperatures in the city. Register here: docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

DOEE is excited to launch the Kingman and Heritage Islands Trails and Amenities Design Project! Throughout the next two years, we’ll be working with the community to design a future for Kingman. Dive into our project webpage at kingmanisland.com/design.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 22/07/2026

Consider a profession in the District, making impact at DOEE! Visit careers.dc.gov to apply.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 20/07/2026

Join us for the next District Waterways Advisory Commission meeting on July 22, 10am–12pm. This hybrid session will be both in person and virtual. We’ll be focusing on: • Interagency + regional coordination 🤝 • Opportunities for local control 📍 Learn more & RSVP here: bit.ly/DistrictWaterways

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

The first house was such a success that two more were added in 2025. This summer, more than 100 purple martins are using the park, with adults feeding chicks, incubating eggs, and young birds already taking flight. Catch them while you can before they migrate to Central/South America for winter. 🌎💜

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Purple martins are a Species of Greatest Conservation Need (SGCN) in the District and rely on human-provided houses and gourds for nesting in the eastern U.S.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 14/07/2026

Four years ago, DOEE partnered with the National Park Service and Friends of Georgetown Waterfront Park to install a purple martin house at Georgetown Waterfront Park. 📸: Dan "The Birdman" Rauch

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

DOEE is requesting input from interested parties available to provide services in the District of Columbia regarding how distributed batteries can provide key grid services in the District. Learn more at bit.ly/rfibatteryst...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Join our team! Visit careers.dc.gov to apply.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Join our team as an IT specialist! Visit careers.dc.gov and search the job number for more information.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 10/07/2026

Interested in learning about our past year accomplishments in making the District the healthiest, greenest, most livable city for all residents? Check out Sustainable DC 2.0, Clean Energy DC, and Climate Ready DC’s Combined Progress Report at sustainable.dc.gov/progress

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 09/07/2026

We’ve got some exciting wildlife news to share! A pair of Mississippi kites have successfully hatched at least one chick in Northeast, marking what is believed to be the first documented Mississippi kite chick ever born in the District! More info: www.instagram.com/p/DalJ8nsmX9...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

SAVE THE DATE! ☀️🦋DOEE's 6th Annual Kingman Island Friends & Family Day will be held on Sat., October 17th 🌳! ⏰11:00 AM - 3:00 PM 📍Kingman & Heritage Islands 💚All are welcome

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

Join the Food Policy Council and Urban Ag Working Group for a tour of My Senior's Keeper Foundation's Applied Research Garden on Friday, July 10 from 3-4 pm. RSVP here: www.eventbrite.com/e/my-seniors...

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 03/07/2026

Important: Fireworks can cause short-term increases in pollution impacting air quality. And this 4th of July, the fireworks display will be much larger and longer than in previous years.

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DC Department of Energy & Environment @doeedc.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

This year’s fireworks display in DC is expected to be significantly larger and longer than in previous years, which may impact air quality. Stay safe this 4th of July by knowing the air pollution levels outside! More: 🔗http://doee.dc.gov/air 🔗http://airnow.gov

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