Environment

Hand throwing a cup with a sad face on it out of a car window. Text reads "Litter is Sad", Prince George's County, MD Proud, Keep Our County Clean & Beautiful, Part Of It, Proud Of ItEnvironment

Environment

We work for a healthy, beautiful, and sustainable County. Our programs and partnerships provide clean water, flood control, recycling and waste management, animal services, and more.

Find out more about us

Sustainable Energy

The Sustainable Energy Program provides information and financial incentives for homeowners to install energy-saving retrofits, solar panels, and more. Information on electric vehicles included.

Find out more

Potomac Interceptor Update

Prince George’s County drinking water and wastewater services remain fully operational. The County continues to monitor the situation with regional partners.

Stay Updated

Bag it Right

Prince George’s County prohibits all retailers from providing plastic carryout bags to shoppers. Retailers must charge at least 10 cents for each paper or reusable bag.

Learn more

Popular Services

Environment Latest Updates

Prince George's County Celebrates Earth Month 2026: "Earth Day Every Day"

Make a difference by taking simple, everyday actions that support sustainability and environmental stewardship

Potomac Interceptor Update

There are currently no service disruptions for Prince George’s County residents. Prince George’s County continues to monitor the situation with regional partners.

View All County Highlights

Environment News and Announcements

Press Release

Prince George’s County Advances Environmental Justice Through Urban Tree Planting Program, Installing More Than 2000 Additional Native Trees

March 19, 2026 March 19, 2026

Press Release

The Prince George's County Animal Services and Adoption Facility Temporarily Closes to the Public Due to Severe Weather Forecast

March 16, 2026 March 16, 2026

Press Release

Prince George's County Waste Collection Facilities Close to the Public, Monday, March 16

March 16, 2026 March 16, 2026

View All News

Environment Events

Sustainable Waste Management Division Graphic highlight christmas tree composting program

April 18, 2026

Mulch Madness Giveaway

8:00 am - 1:00 pm

Special Dates

April 18, 2026

Animal Volunteer Orientation

10:00 am - 10:00 am

Animal Services

April 19, 2026

Environment Leadership

Samuel B. Moki, Ph.D

Director

Dr. Samuel Belsham Moki was confirmed by a super majority as Director of the Department of the Environment on October 21, 2025. He holds a law degree, two master's degrees in criminal justice and environmental management, and a Ph.D. in political science with a minor in public administration from Howard University in Washington, D.C. He has taught and continues to teach as an adjunct at several universities in the Washington, D.C. area at both the undergraduate and graduate levels for over 22 years.

At the Prince George's County Department of the Environment (DoE), Dr. Moki served as the

Popular Services

Environment Latest Updates

Prince George's County Celebrates Earth Month 2026: "Earth Day Every Day"

Potomac Interceptor Update

Environment News and Announcements

Prince George’s County Advances Environmental Justice Through Urban Tree Planting Program, Installing More Than 2000 Additional Native Trees

The Prince George's County Animal Services and Adoption Facility Temporarily Closes to the Public Due to Severe Weather Forecast

Prince George's County Waste Collection Facilities Close to the Public, Monday, March 16

Environment Events

Mulch Madness Giveaway

Animal Volunteer Orientation

Low Cost Drive-Up Pet Clinic

Environment Leadership

Contact Environment