Maryland

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 .

23 April 2026

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 . 26 September 2025
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 . 16 September 2025
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 . 10 April 2025
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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.

By Nick Stonesifer and Karl Baker / Spotlight Delaware . 14 January 2025
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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 . 12 August 2024
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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 . 7 February 2024
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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 . 20 October 2023
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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 . 2 April 2021
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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 . 20 January 2021
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Virginia should look to Maryland for electric vehicle policy, report says

A Charlottesville nonprofit group says point-of-sale rebates and inventory requirements for dealers could help the commonwealth catch up with its neighbor.

By Elizabeth McGowan . 18 November 2020