Maryland
Electrification
After a gas furnace leak, this retiree went all-electric — for free
A low-income Baltimore homeowner got help from a nonprofit to install electric appliances and a solar array. She’s very thankful for the “blessings.”
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Politics
Maryland bill trades cost-saving energy efficiency for short-term relief
Advocates say Maryland lawmakers passed energy proposals, including one on nuclear subsidies, without adequate analysis or public debate during the 2026 session.By Aman Azar .
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Energy markets
Why states are threatening to leave PJM — and why they probably won’t
The grid operator’s high power prices and long interconnection queue have Democratic and Republican governors eyeing an exit, but analysts warn it could backfire.By Kathryn Krawczyk .
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Offshore wind
Trump admin tries to sink Maryland’s first offshore wind project
The permitted project already faced financial strain from the GOP’s early end to tax credits. Now Interior wants a judge to cancel the wind farm’s approvals.By Clare Fieseler .
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Clean energy
Maryland’s sweeping new energy legislation is a mixed bag for climate
Lawmakers took steps to limit investment in gas infrastructure and bolster solar and storage — but they also passed a bill to expedite new fossil-gas power plants.By Akielly Hu .
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How a Maryland county tried to sway a Delaware vote on offshore wind
The government of Worcester County, Maryland, spent thousands on a PR campaign to encourage voters in neighboring Delaware to join its opposition to a proposed offshore wind project. -
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Commentary: As heat puts pressure on the grid, Maryland is latest state to take action
As climate disasters and extreme weather events become more frequent, ensuring reliable and affordable access to electricity for all communities has never been more urgent.By Larry Glover .
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Nine states pledge to boost heat pumps to 90% of home equipment sales by 2040
Northeast and Western states seek to make high-efficiency electric technology the norm in residential space heating and cooling and water heating.By Annie Ropeik .
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Big federal dollars for small state projects aim to get more cars off the roads
The Carbon Reduction Program will fund states’ strategies for “transportation alternatives," such as cycling trails, electric street sweepers and EV charging stations.By Erika Bolstad .
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Young urban farmer plots growth of regenerative agriculture endeavor
College student Chander Payne received a “young heroes” award for his work in delivering fresh local food to homeless shelters and schools in underserved communities in the Washington, D.C., area.By Elizabeth McGowan .
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Online portal aims to be clearinghouse for community solar subscriptions
Massachusetts-based EnergySage announced the soft launch of its community solar marketplace earlier this month.By Sarah Shemkus .
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