Did you know you can lower your DC Water bill while helping protect our rivers? Through the Clean Rivers Impervious Area Charge (CRIAC) Incentive Program, customers who manage stormwater on their property can earn up to a 20% discount on the CRIAC portion of their bill.
How to Qualify
Install approved stormwater Best Management Practices (BMPs) such as:
✔ Rain gardens
✔ Rain barrels
✔ Pervious paving
✔ Green roofs
✔ Bioretention practices
✔ Stormwater reuse systems
These practices reduce runoff and help keep our waterways clean.
Why the Discount Matters
When the program launched in 2013, the maximum discount was just 4%. After listening to community feedback and working with the DC Water Stakeholders Alliance, DC Water’s Board adopted an increase raising the maximum discount to 20% in 2020. This change makes it easier for customers to invest in green solutions and save more.
Start Saving
DC Water's CRIAC Incentive Program is an extension of the District Department of Energy and Environment's (DOEE's) RiverSmart Rewards Program that began in July 2013. Eligibility is determined by DOEE. Learn more and apply here:
