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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.

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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.

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HIV Testing Day

Knowing your HIV status helps you make better health choices. Get tested for HIV, find out your status, and connect with care and treatment.

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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.

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Animal Control – Commission Vacancy Notice

The Office of the County Executive for Prince George’s County is currently accepting letters of interest and resumes from qualified individuals seeking appointment to the Commission for Animal Control

Prepare Before the Storm: Prince George's County Recognizes Flood Awareness Month

June is Flood Awareness Month in Prince George’s County. As hurricane season begins, residents are encouraged to prepare before severe weather strikes by learning their flood risk, creating an

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Environment News and Announcements

Press Release

Prince George's County Department of the Environment Announces Early Closure of Waste Facilities Due to Extreme Heat

June 30, 2026 July 3, 2026

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Prince George’s County Reminds Residents to Protect Pets During Extreme Summer Heat

June 30, 2026 June 30, 2026

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Prince George's County Announces Holiday Closings for Independence Day

June 26, 2026 June 26, 2026

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Environment Events

July 8, 2026

Animal Volunteer Orientation

5:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Animal Services

July 19, 2026

Low Cost Drive-Up Pet Clinic

10:00 am - 2:00 pm

July 21, 2026

Solid Waste Advisory Commission Meeting, July 21, 2026

6:00 pm - 6:00 pm

Hearing/Meeting

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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

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Sustainable Energy

HIV Testing Day

Bag it Right

Popular Services

Environment Latest Updates

Animal Control – Commission Vacancy Notice

Prepare Before the Storm: Prince George's County Recognizes Flood Awareness Month

Environment News and Announcements

Prince George's County Department of the Environment Announces Early Closure of Waste Facilities Due to Extreme Heat

Prince George’s County Reminds Residents to Protect Pets During Extreme Summer Heat

Prince George's County Announces Holiday Closings for Independence Day

Environment Events

Animal Volunteer Orientation

Low Cost Drive-Up Pet Clinic

Solid Waste Advisory Commission Meeting, July 21, 2026

Environment Leadership

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