DC Office of the People's Counsel

The DC Office of the People's Counsel advocates, educates, and protects consumers of electric, natural gas, water, and local telephone services in the District.

[DC Water @dcwater]

A regional Drought Watch is in effect. No emergency, just a good time to use water wisely.

Water supplies remain adequate, but small conservation steps now can help protect our rivers and strengthen the system if dry weather continues.
🔗 https://t.co/etjTGWZeJs

#WiseWaterDMV

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

A Pepco rate increase went into effect June 1. @DCOPC is fighting daily for more affordable utility rates for DC residents. Repost: Utility bills in D.C. are rising. https://t.co/IWy0ULPz92

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Alert! A Pepco rate increase goes into effect today. More details here.

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Pepco rates are going up June 1 and more breaking consumer news in the OPC Connection. Read all about it: https://t.co/rwDA28mznS

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Pepco rates are going up June 1 and more breaking consumer news in the OPC Connection. Read all about it: https://t.co/rwDA28mznS

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Good food for thought from Jordan Taylor of SynergyGrid @ the Public Service Commission Energy Action Summit: "Affordability is not just lower rates...Energy is not a spectator sport. Neither is community."

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Repost: D.C. Third-Party Power Customers Paid 70 Percent More Than Pepco Rates, Costing Households Millions https://t.co/B2uWuQD7cs

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

@DCOPC Legal Director Laurence Daniels moderates a panel at the @DC_PSC Energy Action Summit. Topics: affordability, rising utility bills, sustainability, conservation strategies, access to consumer assistance programs.

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

@DCOPC is here talking about utility affordability and other key energy issues.

[DC Public Service Commission @DC_PSC]

Day One of the 2026 District of Columbia Energy Action Summit kicks off at 9am on Wednesday, May 27. Watch it live at https://t.co/EcoMRwkAOD and learn more at https://t.co/5cjceD1cNf.

[The DC Sustainable Energy Utility @DCSEU]

Bringing resources directly to the community. Join DCSEU, @DCOPC , @DCAttorneyGen OAG CTR & A-Peace LLC for an afternoon of consumer protection info, clean energy resources & workforce opportunities for DC residents.

Register Here: https://t.co/XYIKIkvE4l

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

It's Partnership Appreciation Week. @DCOPC appreciates Anacostia High School! In our Adopt-a-School program there, we are empowering the next generation of environmental advocates. @DCOPC was excited to recently attend Decision Day. Congrats to the graduates! #ThankADCPSPartner

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

DC, we've activated the first Heat Alert of the season for today (5/18).

1. Temps expected to reach 96°F
2. High temps also expected Tuesday (5/19) and Wednesday (5/20)

Free, accessible transportation to a low-barrier shelter or day center: [phone] or 311

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Repost: A Pepco rate hike in D.C. remains a hot topic as customers continue seeing higher electric bills, even after a court ruling found problems with how those increases were approved. https://t.co/gUiF1NVK2u

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Repost: PEPCO REFUNDS? Advocates want credits issued while rates are reviewed https://t.co/152JkHZngV

[DC Water @dcwater]

HAPPENING TONIGHT: Replacing a lead service line can raise questions about yards, sidewalks, and construction. Join Lead Free DC’s virtual meeting to help ease concerns and answer common questions.

🕖 7–8 PM  
Teams: https://t.co/O7leFEVdo3  
Call in: [phone],,122814143#

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

@DCOPC Disappointed After Latest PSC Decision on Pepco Rates. See https://t.co/BmLIsvGd2Z

[DC Public Service Commission @DC_PSC]

Update: We've decided to maintain the currently billed electric rates in this case, revised the procedural schedule, and rescheduled the evidentiary hearing for October 13-14, 2026. More: https://t.co/PsYCiNwikx

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Congrats @DCOPC Project Manager Dionne Calhoun. She recently received a Health Hero Award from the National Coalition of 100 Black Women, PA Chapter. The presenter said: "This Madam C.J. Walker Award reflects outstanding leadership, impact & commitment to advancing communities."

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

Have you signed up for the OPC Connection Newsletter? Subscribe to receive important energy and utility consumer news and read the latest monthly edition @ https://t.co/PmMD273sZJ #OPCeducates #newsyoucanuse

[The DC Sustainable Energy Utility @DCSEU]

Our team joined leaders, advocates & partners at @DOEE_DC's Energy Affordability & Community Strength Symposium. Ben Burdick joined @DCOPC, and @DC_PSC , to share insights on clean energy access, lowering costs & building resilient communities across DC.
#DCSEU #CleanEnergyDC

[DC Office of the People's Counsel @DCOPC]

@DCOPC sends condolences to the family of Ms. Romaine Thomas, who passed away on Monday. She was beloved @DCOPC advisor and partner on senior matters. Ms. Thomas comments on page 42 of "Currents of Change," the @DCOPC history book. https://t.co/noXSivFT1r

[Mayor Muriel Bowser @MayorBowser]

Romaine B. Thomas dedicated her life to DC—as an educator, a civic leader, and a steady voice in her community.

From leading Ketcham to shaping civic life across Ward 5, Mrs. Thomas poured into generations of Washingtonians and helped strengthen our city. Keeping her family and all who loved her in my prayers.

[Department of Energy & Environment @DOEE_DC]

Get ready!  Air Quality Awareness Week is next week! Our theme for the week is Being Air Aware.  Stay connected to learn more about air quality and get tips on how to be air aware! #AQAW2026