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Post written by Chris Miles, a lifelong Fairfax County resident
Chris Miles, a lifelong resident of Fairfax County, has made a variety of energy efficiency updates to his home like adding solar power, installing LED lighting, purchasing a high-efficiency water heater, and using an energy monitor. All of these improvements have helped him reduce his carbon footprint, lower his utility…
Post written by Emily Bohr, Outreach Specialist for the Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination
Earth Day, celebrated annually on April 22nd, is a global event to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Here, at Fairfax County's Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination, we celebrate all month long! You can join the effort to protect our planet – and support a…
Post written by Emily Bohr, Outreach Specialist for the Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination
“Weather” and “Climate” are terms that are sometimes used interchangeably, but they are two distinct concepts. Understanding the difference between weather and climate can help you understand the broader patterns and changes that occur in our environment, and why they…
Post written by Maiya Justice, Intern, George Mason University, Class of 2024
There is so much discussion about sustainability these days, but what does that mean for our economy? What is the best way to adhere to the principles of sustainability when viewed through the lens of our financial system? Many experts have agreed that the way to move forward is to reduce our overall…
Post written by Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination's Energy Programs Team
Electricity provides lighting around the clock; heats and cools our homes and businesses; and fosters the digital world that we've come to rely on throughout each day.
But where does electricity come from, how is it made and why does it matter?
The Journey of Electricity...
Post written by Gina Weil, Project Manager for the Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination
Are electric vehicles (EVs) more prone to fires than gasoline-powered vehicles?
Recent news reports of fires involving lithium-ion batteries, as well as some high-profile recalls related to fire risks, have sounded an alarm with some potential EV buyers. But when you look at…
Post written by Maiya Justice, Intern,George Mason University, Class of 2024
Greenhouse gases have consistently been a “hot” topic – if you pardon the pun - in discussions about climate change, but what does that mean? What are these gases, and why do they impact the globe the way that they do?
While greenhouse gases (GHGs) have different chemical compositions, they do have…
Post written by Maiya Justice, Intern,George Mason University, Class of 2024
My name is Maiya Justice, and I was an intern with the Fairfax County’s Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination from June 2023 to January of 2024. What first sparked my interest in Fairfax County’s Office of Environmental and Energy Coordination (OEEC) was a…
