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The following news clips highlight District of Columbia involvement in recent renewable energy and energy efficiency projects and list in chronological order. Here you can scroll through of stories dating back to 2003. Alternatively, you can search state energy news by state and topic.
February 4, 2009
GM Tells Cities How to Prepare for Plug-In Hybrid Vehicles
General Motors Corporation (GM) is planning to test its upcoming extended-range electric vehicle, the Chevy Volt, in Washington, D.C., and San Francisco, California. Other communities can test the vehicle as well, but GM prefers that they be "plug-in-ready." More
March 1, 2006
D.C. Commission Orders Utility to Offer Better Terms for Net Metering Customers
The District of Columbia Public Service Commission accepted part and rejected part of Pepco's proposed standard contract for net metering. The utility will now offer new terms that are more favorable for customers with solar systems and small renewable energy generating systems. More
April 27, 2005
District of Columbia Adopts a Renewable Energy Requirement
Electricity suppliers in Washington, D.C., will draw on renewable energy for 11 percent of the electricity supply by 2022, thanks to a law that became official on April 12th. The Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard Act of 2004 also sets a minimum requirement for electricity from solar power. More
May 1, 2004
D.C. Public Works Department Unveils E85 Fueling
August 3, 2003
