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.
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October 8, 2025
The 2025 Climate and Energy Leadership Award Winners were the City of Frederick’s Residential Composting Pilot Program, Frederick County’s Green Homes Program,...
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September 18, 2025
On September 5, the Transportation Planning Board (TPB) Steering Committee approved three DC and four Maryland projects to receive funding through the Federal...
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July 29, 2025
The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) has forecast a Code Orange air day for tomorrow, July 30 in part of the metropolitan Washington region,...