Green installation and building techniques, sometimes also referred to as sustainable building, promotes the use of structures and processes that are environmentally responsible and resource-efficient. In addition to the satisfaction of promoting a healthier local ecology, upgrading one’s home or adding new infrastructure can offer long-term costs savings. Below is a list of area organizations and businesses that provide information and services related to sustainable building, such as installation of rain barrels, green roofs, rain gardens and sourcing sustainble materials.
Anacostia Watershed Society
The Anacostia Watershed Society (AWS) is a nonprofit organization seeking to return the Anacostia to a swimmable and fishable river, in keeping with the Clean Water Act, for all to enjoy. AWS fulfills this commitment by engaging people in direct action to restore the river through our advocacy, stewardship, education, and recreation programs.
Anacostia Watershed Society - Specific Information on Green Installation
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment (ACE) was founded in 1978 by the Arlington County Department of Public Works to address environmental issues beyond litter and began focusing its efforts on recycling. During the 1990’s, ACE continued to focus on litter and worked comfortably with the local business community. Today, ACE remains a volunteer organization focusing on local environmental issues including green living, litter, and invasive plants, with additional programs in the areas of watershed resources and schoolyard education.
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment - Specific Information on Green Installation
Capital Bee Care LLC
Capitol Bee CARE is a multifaceted enterprise dedicated to honeybee research, colony establishment and management, and consulting on the care, management, propagation of honeybees.
Capital Bee Care LLC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Community Forklift
Community Forklift is a nonprofit reuse warehouse for home improvement supplies. We pick up donations of unwanted and salvaged building materials throughout the metro DC region. Then, we make the building materials available to the public at low cost, and provide vintage materials for restoring old homes. We also offer public education about reuse and green living, and distribute free supplies to local nonprofits and neighbors in need.
DC Greenworks
DC Greenworks, which specializes in the design and implementation of green infrastructure, is a 501(c)(3) social enterprise serving the Washington, DC community by providing training, tools, and technologies that utilize, advance, and protect the environment.
District Garden
At District Garden we pride ourselves on offering a range of services to homeowners, commercial customers, non-profits, schools, and government. Below, find a list of many, but not all, of the services we offer in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland: We offer many services in basic and custom contracting. Regular activities include rain barrels, rain gardens, outdoor woodworking (pergolas, etc), raised garden beds, landscaping services.
DOEE Riversmart
DOEE’s RiverSmart programs help to reduce stormwater runoff that harms the District’s waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. RiverSmart programs provide financial incentives to help District property owners install green infrastructure such as rain barrels, green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, shade trees, and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Sustainable DC
Sustainable DC is the District of Columbia’s plan to make DC the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation. Led by the Department of Energy & Environment and the Office of Planning, it is a collaborative effort involving the input and participation of thousands of members of the District community.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) helps District residents, businesses, and institutions save energy and money through energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Led by the Sustainable Energy Partnership and under contract to the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE), the DCSEU is committed to environmental preservation, community engagement, and economic development.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities.
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
The mission of the Urban Forestry Administration is to manage and increase the District’s street trees, and to maintain healthy trees. Provide proper and expeditious services such as pruning, small tree removals and clean up of tree debris and stumps in order to provide safe sidewalk and street clearance to the residents of the District.
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA) - Specific Information on Green Installation
The Anacostia Watershed Society (AWS) is a nonprofit organization seeking to return the Anacostia to a swimmable and fishable river, in keeping with the Clean Water Act, for all to enjoy. AWS fulfills this commitment by engaging people in direct action to restore the river through our advocacy, stewardship, education, and recreation programs.
Anacostia Watershed Society - Specific Information on Green Installation
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment (ACE) was founded in 1978 by the Arlington County Department of Public Works to address environmental issues beyond litter and began focusing its efforts on recycling. During the 1990’s, ACE continued to focus on litter and worked comfortably with the local business community. Today, ACE remains a volunteer organization focusing on local environmental issues including green living, litter, and invasive plants, with additional programs in the areas of watershed resources and schoolyard education.
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment
Arlingtonians for a Clean Environment - Specific Information on Green Installation
Capital Bee Care LLC
Capitol Bee CARE is a multifaceted enterprise dedicated to honeybee research, colony establishment and management, and consulting on the care, management, propagation of honeybees.
Capital Bee Care LLC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Community Forklift
Community Forklift is a nonprofit reuse warehouse for home improvement supplies. We pick up donations of unwanted and salvaged building materials throughout the metro DC region. Then, we make the building materials available to the public at low cost, and provide vintage materials for restoring old homes. We also offer public education about reuse and green living, and distribute free supplies to local nonprofits and neighbors in need.
DC Greenworks
DC Greenworks, which specializes in the design and implementation of green infrastructure, is a 501(c)(3) social enterprise serving the Washington, DC community by providing training, tools, and technologies that utilize, advance, and protect the environment.
District Garden
At District Garden we pride ourselves on offering a range of services to homeowners, commercial customers, non-profits, schools, and government. Below, find a list of many, but not all, of the services we offer in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland: We offer many services in basic and custom contracting. Regular activities include rain barrels, rain gardens, outdoor woodworking (pergolas, etc), raised garden beds, landscaping services.
DOEE Riversmart
DOEE’s RiverSmart programs help to reduce stormwater runoff that harms the District’s waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. RiverSmart programs provide financial incentives to help District property owners install green infrastructure such as rain barrels, green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, shade trees, and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Sustainable DC
Sustainable DC is the District of Columbia’s plan to make DC the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation. Led by the Department of Energy & Environment and the Office of Planning, it is a collaborative effort involving the input and participation of thousands of members of the District community.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) helps District residents, businesses, and institutions save energy and money through energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Led by the Sustainable Energy Partnership and under contract to the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE), the DCSEU is committed to environmental preservation, community engagement, and economic development.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities.
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
The mission of the Urban Forestry Administration is to manage and increase the District’s street trees, and to maintain healthy trees. Provide proper and expeditious services such as pruning, small tree removals and clean up of tree debris and stumps in order to provide safe sidewalk and street clearance to the residents of the District.
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA) - Specific Information on Green Installation
Capitol Bee CARE is a multifaceted enterprise dedicated to honeybee research, colony establishment and management, and consulting on the care, management, propagation of honeybees.
Capital Bee Care LLC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Community Forklift is a nonprofit reuse warehouse for home improvement supplies. We pick up donations of unwanted and salvaged building materials throughout the metro DC region. Then, we make the building materials available to the public at low cost, and provide vintage materials for restoring old homes. We also offer public education about reuse and green living, and distribute free supplies to local nonprofits and neighbors in need.
DC Greenworks
DC Greenworks, which specializes in the design and implementation of green infrastructure, is a 501(c)(3) social enterprise serving the Washington, DC community by providing training, tools, and technologies that utilize, advance, and protect the environment.
District Garden
At District Garden we pride ourselves on offering a range of services to homeowners, commercial customers, non-profits, schools, and government. Below, find a list of many, but not all, of the services we offer in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland: We offer many services in basic and custom contracting. Regular activities include rain barrels, rain gardens, outdoor woodworking (pergolas, etc), raised garden beds, landscaping services.
DOEE Riversmart
DOEE’s RiverSmart programs help to reduce stormwater runoff that harms the District’s waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. RiverSmart programs provide financial incentives to help District property owners install green infrastructure such as rain barrels, green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, shade trees, and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Sustainable DC
Sustainable DC is the District of Columbia’s plan to make DC the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation. Led by the Department of Energy & Environment and the Office of Planning, it is a collaborative effort involving the input and participation of thousands of members of the District community.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) helps District residents, businesses, and institutions save energy and money through energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Led by the Sustainable Energy Partnership and under contract to the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE), the DCSEU is committed to environmental preservation, community engagement, and economic development.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities.
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
The mission of the Urban Forestry Administration is to manage and increase the District’s street trees, and to maintain healthy trees. Provide proper and expeditious services such as pruning, small tree removals and clean up of tree debris and stumps in order to provide safe sidewalk and street clearance to the residents of the District.
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA) - Specific Information on Green Installation
DC Greenworks, which specializes in the design and implementation of green infrastructure, is a 501(c)(3) social enterprise serving the Washington, DC community by providing training, tools, and technologies that utilize, advance, and protect the environment.
At District Garden we pride ourselves on offering a range of services to homeowners, commercial customers, non-profits, schools, and government. Below, find a list of many, but not all, of the services we offer in Washington DC, Virginia and Maryland: We offer many services in basic and custom contracting. Regular activities include rain barrels, rain gardens, outdoor woodworking (pergolas, etc), raised garden beds, landscaping services.
DOEE Riversmart
DOEE’s RiverSmart programs help to reduce stormwater runoff that harms the District’s waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. RiverSmart programs provide financial incentives to help District property owners install green infrastructure such as rain barrels, green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, shade trees, and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Sustainable DC
Sustainable DC is the District of Columbia’s plan to make DC the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation. Led by the Department of Energy & Environment and the Office of Planning, it is a collaborative effort involving the input and participation of thousands of members of the District community.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) helps District residents, businesses, and institutions save energy and money through energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Led by the Sustainable Energy Partnership and under contract to the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE), the DCSEU is committed to environmental preservation, community engagement, and economic development.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities.
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
The mission of the Urban Forestry Administration is to manage and increase the District’s street trees, and to maintain healthy trees. Provide proper and expeditious services such as pruning, small tree removals and clean up of tree debris and stumps in order to provide safe sidewalk and street clearance to the residents of the District.
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA) - Specific Information on Green Installation
DOEE’s RiverSmart programs help to reduce stormwater runoff that harms the District’s waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. RiverSmart programs provide financial incentives to help District property owners install green infrastructure such as rain barrels, green roofs, rain gardens, permeable pavement, shade trees, and more.
Launched in Ward 7 and focused on the communities that border the Anacostia River and the region of the Anacostia watershed, Groundwork Anacostia River DC utilizes environmental restoration goals as a vehicle for community development. Programs include Urban Archeology Corp, Green Team, Fort Mahan Trail Connector and more.
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC
Groundwork Anacostia River, DC – GWARDC - Specific Information on Green Installation
Sustainable DC
Sustainable DC is the District of Columbia’s plan to make DC the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation. Led by the Department of Energy & Environment and the Office of Planning, it is a collaborative effort involving the input and participation of thousands of members of the District community.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) helps District residents, businesses, and institutions save energy and money through energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Led by the Sustainable Energy Partnership and under contract to the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE), the DCSEU is committed to environmental preservation, community engagement, and economic development.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities.
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
The mission of the Urban Forestry Administration is to manage and increase the District’s street trees, and to maintain healthy trees. Provide proper and expeditious services such as pruning, small tree removals and clean up of tree debris and stumps in order to provide safe sidewalk and street clearance to the residents of the District.
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA) - Specific Information on Green Installation
Sustainable DC is the District of Columbia’s plan to make DC the healthiest, greenest, and most livable city in the nation. Led by the Department of Energy & Environment and the Office of Planning, it is a collaborative effort involving the input and participation of thousands of members of the District community.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) helps District residents, businesses, and institutions save energy and money through energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. Led by the Sustainable Energy Partnership and under contract to the Department of Energy & Environment (DOEE), the DCSEU is committed to environmental preservation, community engagement, and economic development.
The District of Columbia Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU)
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities.
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
The mission of the Urban Forestry Administration is to manage and increase the District’s street trees, and to maintain healthy trees. Provide proper and expeditious services such as pruning, small tree removals and clean up of tree debris and stumps in order to provide safe sidewalk and street clearance to the residents of the District.
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA) - Specific Information on Green Installation
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) is a Washington, D.C.-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to a prosperous and sustainable future for our nation through cost-efficient and energy-saving green buildings. USGBC works toward its mission of market transformation through its LEED green building certification program, robust educational offerings, a nationwide network of chapters and affiliates, the annual Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, and advocacy in support of public policy that encourages and enables green buildings and communities.
U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
The mission of the Urban Forestry Administration is to manage and increase the District’s street trees, and to maintain healthy trees. Provide proper and expeditious services such as pruning, small tree removals and clean up of tree debris and stumps in order to provide safe sidewalk and street clearance to the residents of the District.
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA)
Urban Forestry Administration (UFA) - Specific Information on Green Installation
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