DCPSC Monthly Update — February 24, 2025 – Positive Change Purchasing Cooperative

Author: DCPSC Staff Published: 2/24/2025 Piblic Service Commission of Distric of Columbia

Assessing the cost-effectiveness of local utility programs and initiatives

A new Benefit-Cost Analysis (BCA) Model will help evaluate Pepco and Washington Gas programs to determine whether they provide net benefits to ratepayers while advancing energy efficiency, emissions reductions, and equity objectives.

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Latest DCPSC Annual Statistical Report released

With such a heavy reliance on data to make decisions across all areas of its work, the DCPSC values its annual compilation of data and analysis that delves into utility provider performance, competition, rates, infrastructure, and more.

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A focus on clean energy and affordability

At a recent Council of the District of Columbia Performance Oversight Hearing, DCPSC Chairman Emile Thompson highlighted the Commission’s work to balance affordable, reliable utility service with clean energy goals, including overseeing utility climate plans, promoting solar energy, and managing pilot projects.

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Fort Reno’s untold story: A conversation with Commissioner Trabue

DCPSC Commissioner Ted Trabue joined DC Affairs Community Co-Chair Austin Ownbey on the “Brief Encounters” podcast to explore the history of Fort Reno Park and the Chevy Chase neighborhood as well as his own personal connection to the area.

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Better understanding your Pepco bill

Pepco has launched a “bill support” resource hub on their website to help customers understand their bill and upcoming rate increases. The page offers an enhanced summary and user-friendly graphics to help customers better understand what they’re being charged, as well as their energy usage.

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Providing innovative climate solutions

DCPSC Chairman Emile Thompson joined other local experts and leaders at a Knowledge Forum hosted by the D.C. Commission on Climate Change and Resiliency to share insights on climate solutions and energy justice.
Photo: Vinicio Linares (DOEE)

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Recent Formal Case Action

FORMAL CASE NO. 1125
Annual Report of the Utility Discount Program Education Working Group for Fiscal Year 2024

FORMAL CASE NO. 1148
Annual Report for the Whole-Building, Deep Energy Retrofit Program

FORMAL CASE NOS. 1154 and 1179
Washington Gas Light Company’s Motion for Evidentiary Hearing.

FORMAL CASE NO. 1180
Washington Gas Rate Application

Updates and Announcements

DCPSC staff attended a behind-the-scenes tour of the DC Public Library archives to explore the legacy of African Americans in the District, District government, and the energy industry.
Congratulations to Gillian Marime, the latest DCPSC Shining Star Award recipient. Gillian leads the Office of Finance & Accounting within the Office of Technical and Regulatory Analysis and was recognized for her exceptional leadership during the latest complex Pepco rate case.