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The Metropolitan Washington Council of Governments (COG) brings DC/MD/VA leaders together to address regional issues and plan for the future.
Clean, reliable water is essential to our health and economy, but much of our water infrastructure is aging, according to @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new economic report.
COG is taking action by serving as a forum for collaboration, providing data for informed decision-making, and more.
COG is taking action by serving as a forum for collaboration, providing data for informed decision-making, and more.
November 18, 2025 at 3:23 PM
Clean, reliable water is essential to our health and economy, but much of our water infrastructure is aging, according to @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new economic report.
COG is taking action by serving as a forum for collaboration, providing data for informed decision-making, and more.
COG is taking action by serving as a forum for collaboration, providing data for informed decision-making, and more.
The regional effort to modernize Metro and enhance our entire transit network took another major step forward today, as #DMVMoves earned the endorsement of the COG & WMATA Boards of Directors. Learn more about this transformative plan and what's next: dmvmoves.org/cog-and-metr...
November 17, 2025 at 9:34 PM
The regional effort to modernize Metro and enhance our entire transit network took another major step forward today, as #DMVMoves earned the endorsement of the COG & WMATA Boards of Directors. Learn more about this transformative plan and what's next: dmvmoves.org/cog-and-metr...
Nationally, @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new report revealed that we need to invest nearly $3.4 trillion over 20 years to bring the nation’s water infrastructure up to par. thevalueofwater.org/econimpact
November 12, 2025 at 2:49 PM
Nationally, @thevalueofwater.bsky.social's new report revealed that we need to invest nearly $3.4 trillion over 20 years to bring the nation’s water infrastructure up to par. thevalueofwater.org/econimpact
DYK? The Potomac River supplies water to ~6M people in the region—it’s the single drinking water source for DC and Arlington. Just 24hrs of disruption would result in over $70M in losses in the region.
November 10, 2025 at 8:07 PM
DYK? The Potomac River supplies water to ~6M people in the region—it’s the single drinking water source for DC and Arlington. Just 24hrs of disruption would result in over $70M in losses in the region.
As the government shutdown and workforce cuts continue, we know that many DMV residents are facing hardships. COG continues to update its resources page and to support TalentCapital.ai, a regional collaboration to help you find new opportunities.
#federalworker
#federalworker
November 6, 2025 at 7:19 PM
As the government shutdown and workforce cuts continue, we know that many DMV residents are facing hardships. COG continues to update its resources page and to support TalentCapital.ai, a regional collaboration to help you find new opportunities.
#federalworker
#federalworker
🚨🚆🚌 Yesterday, the DMVMoves Task Force adopted recommendations to advance a unified transit vision for the region, calling for more $$ for #WMATA & actions to modernize and integrate our overall transit network. Learn more and view the final resolution. dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-pro...
October 30, 2025 at 4:10 PM
🚨🚆🚌 Yesterday, the DMVMoves Task Force adopted recommendations to advance a unified transit vision for the region, calling for more $$ for #WMATA & actions to modernize and integrate our overall transit network. Learn more and view the final resolution. dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-pro...
For workers affected by the federal government shutdown and downsizing, COG continues to update its federal workforce resources page with links to food assistance, housing aid, and career events. www.mwcog.org/community/da...
October 29, 2025 at 7:43 PM
For workers affected by the federal government shutdown and downsizing, COG continues to update its federal workforce resources page with links to food assistance, housing aid, and career events. www.mwcog.org/community/da...
Tomorrow, the DMVMoves Task Force will meet to review and adopt a set of recommendations to advance its vision for seamless, integrated, world-class transit in the National Capital Region. Watch live at noon: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve...
October 28, 2025 at 8:05 PM
Tomorrow, the DMVMoves Task Force will meet to review and adopt a set of recommendations to advance its vision for seamless, integrated, world-class transit in the National Capital Region. Watch live at noon: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-eve...
Today, as part of DMVMoves, more than 100 area leaders and transit officials gathered at Union Station to discuss opportunities for greater transit connectivity and expanding commuter and passenger rail service across the region.
October 24, 2025 at 7:52 PM
Today, as part of DMVMoves, more than 100 area leaders and transit officials gathered at Union Station to discuss opportunities for greater transit connectivity and expanding commuter and passenger rail service across the region.
Last week, @fredcogovmd.bsky.social hosted COG’s annual FARM Policy tour. Area officials heard from farm operators dedicated to supplying diverse, nutritious produce.
Thanks to all those who attended and who continue to work on food resiliency, equity, and connectivity in our region!
Thanks to all those who attended and who continue to work on food resiliency, equity, and connectivity in our region!
October 20, 2025 at 8:17 PM
Last week, @fredcogovmd.bsky.social hosted COG’s annual FARM Policy tour. Area officials heard from farm operators dedicated to supplying diverse, nutritious produce.
Thanks to all those who attended and who continue to work on food resiliency, equity, and connectivity in our region!
Thanks to all those who attended and who continue to work on food resiliency, equity, and connectivity in our region!
Today, area officials joined COG’s tour visiting 3 farms in Frederick County. Huge thanks to all the farmers who shared their insights on challenges like providing year-round, scaling up, and selling to schools.
October 17, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Today, area officials joined COG’s tour visiting 3 farms in Frederick County. Huge thanks to all the farmers who shared their insights on challenges like providing year-round, scaling up, and selling to schools.
One in three area residents faces food insecurity, according to the @foodbankmetrodc Hunger Report shared with the COG Board. Leaders are exploring ways to strengthen safety nets and track progress regionwide. Read more: www.mwcog.org/newsroom/202...
October 17, 2025 at 2:39 PM
One in three area residents faces food insecurity, according to the @foodbankmetrodc Hunger Report shared with the COG Board. Leaders are exploring ways to strengthen safety nets and track progress regionwide. Read more: www.mwcog.org/newsroom/202...
We know that the DMV is full of talented individuals looking to make a difference, and making sure they can continue to thrive here is crucial.
COG worked with employers, govs, and nonprofits across the region to launch talentcapital.ai, so you can find what’s next. #DMVJobs
COG worked with employers, govs, and nonprofits across the region to launch talentcapital.ai, so you can find what’s next. #DMVJobs
October 16, 2025 at 8:12 PM
We know that the DMV is full of talented individuals looking to make a difference, and making sure they can continue to thrive here is crucial.
COG worked with employers, govs, and nonprofits across the region to launch talentcapital.ai, so you can find what’s next. #DMVJobs
COG worked with employers, govs, and nonprofits across the region to launch talentcapital.ai, so you can find what’s next. #DMVJobs
The DMV had just 5 unhealthy ozone days in 2025, the third lowest on record! 🌤️ Air quality continues to improve thanks to regional efforts. Learn more from COG’s new seasonal air quality summary: www.mwcog.org/newsroom/202...
October 9, 2025 at 7:39 PM
The DMV had just 5 unhealthy ozone days in 2025, the third lowest on record! 🌤️ Air quality continues to improve thanks to regional efforts. Learn more from COG’s new seasonal air quality summary: www.mwcog.org/newsroom/202...
🎉Congrats to COG's 2025 Climate and Energy Award winners! Their innovative climate solutions contributed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the region. Learn more at bit.ly/3KHw0Jd
October 8, 2025 at 7:34 PM
🎉Congrats to COG's 2025 Climate and Energy Award winners! Their innovative climate solutions contributed to reducing greenhouse gas emissions in the region. Learn more at bit.ly/3KHw0Jd
Protecting the Potomac doesn’t have to be hard. In celebration of #SourceWaterProtectionWeek, here are some simple steps you can take to #ProtectTheSource.
October 3, 2025 at 6:01 PM
Protecting the Potomac doesn’t have to be hard. In celebration of #SourceWaterProtectionWeek, here are some simple steps you can take to #ProtectTheSource.
Clean drinking water starts with healthy land. What happens on the land, from forests to farms to backyards, flows downstream. Taking care of the land means taking care of the water we drink.
Learn more about how this usage can impact our source. bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
Learn more about how this usage can impact our source. bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
October 2, 2025 at 8:12 PM
Clean drinking water starts with healthy land. What happens on the land, from forests to farms to backyards, flows downstream. Taking care of the land means taking care of the water we drink.
Learn more about how this usage can impact our source. bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
Learn more about how this usage can impact our source. bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
Ready for what's next? The Greater Washington Region is hiring.
COG is proud to spearhead talentcapital.ai, a tool that will help you explore job postings and career resources so you stay, grow, and thrive in the region we call home.
#DMVJobs #CareerResources #DMVOpportunities
COG is proud to spearhead talentcapital.ai, a tool that will help you explore job postings and career resources so you stay, grow, and thrive in the region we call home.
#DMVJobs #CareerResources #DMVOpportunities
October 2, 2025 at 3:02 PM
Ready for what's next? The Greater Washington Region is hiring.
COG is proud to spearhead talentcapital.ai, a tool that will help you explore job postings and career resources so you stay, grow, and thrive in the region we call home.
#DMVJobs #CareerResources #DMVOpportunities
COG is proud to spearhead talentcapital.ai, a tool that will help you explore job postings and career resources so you stay, grow, and thrive in the region we call home.
#DMVJobs #CareerResources #DMVOpportunities
DYK almost 86 percent of the basin’s population receives its drinking water from public water suppliers? We’re just one of those suppliers who are helping to provide drinking water for our residents.
#SourceWaterProtectionWeek #ProtectTheSource
#SourceWaterProtectionWeek #ProtectTheSource
October 1, 2025 at 8:53 PM
DYK almost 86 percent of the basin’s population receives its drinking water from public water suppliers? We’re just one of those suppliers who are helping to provide drinking water for our residents.
#SourceWaterProtectionWeek #ProtectTheSource
#SourceWaterProtectionWeek #ProtectTheSource
Today, leaders from across the region came together to launch Talent Capital, a groundbreaking, public sector driven workforce tool to support displaced federal workers and build long-term economic resilience. bit.ly/3KO7Hcy
📸Chris Ferenzi for The Launch of TalentCapital.AI
📸Chris Ferenzi for The Launch of TalentCapital.AI
October 1, 2025 at 7:55 PM
Today, leaders from across the region came together to launch Talent Capital, a groundbreaking, public sector driven workforce tool to support displaced federal workers and build long-term economic resilience. bit.ly/3KO7Hcy
📸Chris Ferenzi for The Launch of TalentCapital.AI
📸Chris Ferenzi for The Launch of TalentCapital.AI
Last week, area elected officials, transportation leaders, and community partners, joined us and
@wmata.com for a day-long Transit Tour in advance of final #DMVMoves recommendations this fall to ensure a visionary regional transit network. Tour photos/video: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-tou...
@wmata.com for a day-long Transit Tour in advance of final #DMVMoves recommendations this fall to ensure a visionary regional transit network. Tour photos/video: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-tou...
September 30, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Last week, area elected officials, transportation leaders, and community partners, joined us and
@wmata.com for a day-long Transit Tour in advance of final #DMVMoves recommendations this fall to ensure a visionary regional transit network. Tour photos/video: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-tou...
@wmata.com for a day-long Transit Tour in advance of final #DMVMoves recommendations this fall to ensure a visionary regional transit network. Tour photos/video: dmvmoves.org/dmvmoves-tou...
Some pollution comes from a pipe, which is called point source. Some comes from rain washing dirt and chemicals into streams, which is called a nonpoint source. Knowing the difference helps protect drinking water.
Learn more at bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
Learn more at bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
September 30, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Some pollution comes from a pipe, which is called point source. Some comes from rain washing dirt and chemicals into streams, which is called a nonpoint source. Knowing the difference helps protect drinking water.
Learn more at bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
Learn more at bit.ly/4mDD4E0 #SourceWaterProtectionWeek
COG Board of Directors Chair Rodney Lusk says government shutdowns translate to bipartisan pain felt throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia where almost 700,000 federal employees live. Read the full statement below.
September 29, 2025 at 9:01 PM
COG Board of Directors Chair Rodney Lusk says government shutdowns translate to bipartisan pain felt throughout the District of Columbia, Maryland, and Virginia where almost 700,000 federal employees live. Read the full statement below.
Do you know where your drinking water comes from? In our region, we depend on the Potomac River.
Help us celebrate this waterway and others in the region during #SourceWaterProtectionWeek by taking action to #ProtectTheSource! bit.ly/4mDD4E0
Help us celebrate this waterway and others in the region during #SourceWaterProtectionWeek by taking action to #ProtectTheSource! bit.ly/4mDD4E0
September 29, 2025 at 5:10 PM
Do you know where your drinking water comes from? In our region, we depend on the Potomac River.
Help us celebrate this waterway and others in the region during #SourceWaterProtectionWeek by taking action to #ProtectTheSource! bit.ly/4mDD4E0
Help us celebrate this waterway and others in the region during #SourceWaterProtectionWeek by taking action to #ProtectTheSource! bit.ly/4mDD4E0
Our partner, Capital Area Food Bank, has just released its latest Hunger Report 2025 showing 36% of our neighbors in the DMV are struggling to access enough food. This is a critical issue and area leaders at COG are committed to finding solutions. hunger-report.capitalareafoodbank.org/report-2025/
September 26, 2025 at 2:41 PM
Our partner, Capital Area Food Bank, has just released its latest Hunger Report 2025 showing 36% of our neighbors in the DMV are struggling to access enough food. This is a critical issue and area leaders at COG are committed to finding solutions. hunger-report.capitalareafoodbank.org/report-2025/