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Agency Information
District Department of the Environment
Office Hours
Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
Monday through Friday, 9 am to 5 pm
1200 First Street NE, Washington, DC 20002
Phone: (202) 535-2600 Fax: (202) 535-2881
TTY: (800) 855-1000
Environmental Outreach & Education
DDOE educates teachers and students about the connections between their personal actions and the health of their surroundings, especially local waterways and the Chesapeake Bay. We aim to help individuals make informed decisions and take responsible action to prevent pollution and conserve our soil and water resources.
DDOE environmental education staff work in a close partnership with the District of Columbia Public Schools (DCPS) system. Programs are strategically designed to align with DCPS Standards of Learning.
Aquatic Resources Education
Backyard Habitat Education for Residents
DC Environmental Education Consortium
Educating About Energy
Hands On Environmental Learning
Environmental Education Workshops and Training
Environmental Education Resources
Environmental Literacy Plan
Contact TTY:
711
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