Environment

Planning Areas

Through its environmental work, the Council of Governments is advancing a wide range of goals for clean water, air, and land, and a more sustainable region. COG and its member governments are collaborating on planning efforts to reduce regional greenhouse gas emissions and fight climate change as well as improve the region's air quality. COG supports water quality initiatives to revitalize local waterways through wastewater and stormwater planning and ensure a safe, resilient water supply. COG also promotes recycling and supports efforts to enhance and preserve green space and agriculture, which includes food security coordination.

News & Multimedia

  • PYP2
    News

    Prepare for winter weather with tips from area utilities

    January 22, 2026

    Area utilities on COG’s Community Engagement Campaign (CEC) are raising awareness about the impacts of winter weather on our water resources and infrastructure....

  • BGI
    News

    COG receives award for Blue-Green Infrastructure project

    December 19, 2025

    The Regional Blue-Green Infrastructure (BGI) Community Engagement and Planning Project, completed in collaboration with the District of Columbia and Prince...

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