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COUNTDOWN TO 175TH ANNIVERSARY! #WGRoadto175
Did you know? This year, Washington Gas is proud to celebrate 175 Years of providing energy to residential, commercial and industrial customers on July 8. Today, Washington Gas provides safe, reliable natural gas service to more than 1.2 million customers in the District of Columbia, Maryland and Virginia. Follow along as we share fun facts, employee experiences and more on our #WGRoadto175 on social media. Join us in the celebration!
GAS PRICES REMAIN VOLATILE
Several specific factors in the United States and abroad are causing natural gas prices to be higher this year which may impact your bill. It is important to note that Washington Gas charges its customers what it pays for natural gas and does not profit from the sale. Learn how to manage your bill and optimize your energy consumption.
DO YOU KNOW SOMEONE WHO NEEDS HELP WITH THEIR GAS BILL?
Help a friend, neighbor or family member with the Gift of Warmth. It’s a practical and convenient gift for any occasion. Many people need a little help with their bills these days, and the good news is that you can assist them with staying warm this winter with the Gift of Warmth.
WISH UTILITY BILLS WERE MORE PREDICTABLE?
Budget Plan spreads the cost of winter heating throughout the year so that you pay the same amount every month.
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WAFF HELPS FAMILIES STAY WARM
In 1983, Washington Gas and The Salvation Army created the Washington Area Fuel Fund (WAFF) to help neighbors in need with paying their heating bills each winter. Find out if you are eligible for help with WAFF
DONATE TO WAFF AND MAKE A DIFFERENCE
Donate and help families stay warm. Your donation is tax-deductible and 100% of it goes directly to support WAFF's programs.
WASHINGTON GAS SPONSOR WUSA9 RECYCLE DAY
On February 4, Washington Gas teamed up with WUSA9 for our second sponsored Recycle Day. DMV-area residents were encouraged to bring their old paper and electronics to local drop-off points, including our Springfield office. Volunteers collected over 87,000 pounds of paper and 57,000 pounds of electronics in a single morning!
SPONSORING LOCAL COMMUNITY ORGANIZATIONS
Washington Gas is proud to provide support in our community:
- March 17: Washington Informer Charities Prince George’s County Spelling Bee - Clarice Smith Center on the campus of The University of Maryland
- March 18: Washington Informer Charities District of Columbia Spelling Bee - DC Office of Cable TV
- March 23: Community Foundation of Northern Virginia Shape of the Region Conference on Aging
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WASHINGTON GAS' COMMUNITY VOLUNTEER CHAMPIONS
This month, we would like to spotlight Washington Gas’ Melvin Pickett, Supervisor of Field Operations, and his fantastic crew! Pickett’s entire team enthusiastically responds to opportunities to volunteer and is ready to pitch in wherever needed to support Washington Gas communities. What makes this team so unique is their supervisor, who leads by example. Pickett encourages his team to volunteer and works alongside them at events such as the DC Special Olympics, WAFF Ice House and Latin American Youth Center.
WASHINGTON GAS SPONSORS TECHNICAL TRAINING
Attend one of the paid training programs listed below and gain knowledge, skills, and credentials needed to prepare for a career in the construction, energy, and utilities industry.
DC Infrastructure Academy
- Energy, Construction and Utility program
- Pipeline Installation Program
- 8 weeks in-person training
- Program stipend is up $16.10/hour
- Potential entry-level annual salary starts at $46,000
Goodwill Greater Washington
- Construction Career Training Academy
- 8 weeks in-person training
- Program stipend up to $2500 for qualified students
- Potential entry-level salary starts at $40,000
Prince George's Community College
- Teambuilders Academy
- Utility and Construction Training
- 16 weeks in-person training
- Paid stipend
JOIN WASHINGTON GAS
Our success is driven by a skilled team of valued employees. We seek and train the best people—the future of our company. Interested in joining our organization?
Explore available positions.
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DELIVERING ON A LOW CARBON FUTURE
Washington Gas is committed to supporting the District of Columbia’s efforts to create a low carbon energy future with our Climate Business Plan. Thousands of District residents and businesses depend on us to power their lives, and everyone deserves to live in a low carbon future. We all must do our part to build a cleaner future. The Climate Business Plan is designed to serve as a bold blueprint to achieve carbon neutrality in support of the District of Columbia's long-term climate goals.
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NOW AVAILABLE: FEDERAL TAX CREDITS OF UP TO $600 FOR SELECT HIGH-EFFICIENCY NATURAL GAS EQUIPMENT
Taking advantage of new federal tax credits, along with any available rebates, can help offset the cost of upgrading to high-efficiency equipment. You may be able to claim a federal tax credit of 30% of the project cost up to $600. See the qualifying equipment on our website for details.
FIVE SIGNS IT'S TIME TO REPLACE YOUR FURNACE
Having a furnace go out is one of the most stressful situations a homeowner can face, which is why it’s important to keep track of how efficiently and effectively your furnace is running. Furnaces give certain telltale signs that they are failing. By keeping an eye out for these signs, you can be prepared for a furnace repair or replacement and avoid being taken by surprise.
FEATURED REBATE: SAVE UP TO $700 WHEN YOU UPGRADE TO ENERGY STAR® CERTIFIED HOME HEATING EQUIPMENT
Did you know a properly installed and maintained energy-efficient certified boiler or furnace may help you lower your energy use and save money? ENERGY STAR certified boilers use about 5% less energy than standard models, while ENERGY STAR certified furnaces are about 15% more efficient.* As a Virginia and Maryland Washington Gas customer, you can receive rebates of up to $700 in high-efficiency home heating equipment.
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