Maryland Energy Extension

UMD’s Maryland Energy Extension (MEE) delivers unbiased and research-based programming to facilitate sustainable energy decisions throughout the state

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Join UMD Extension on June 15 (noon–1:15 pm) to review key land use, legal, & economic factors for landowners considering leasing land for solar.

Explore lease structures, negotiation tips, and considerations for hosting solar on your land.

More info at: https://t.co/WagXWojb2V

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

Baltimore is ending its deal allowing BGE to invest in city‑owned underground conduit to renegotiate terms.

The network supports electric and telecom lines, raising questions about how cities and utilities share costs for grid and system upgrades.
https://t.co/npKBlNsYdG

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

A fed initiative to invest ~$700M in coal includes $85M to restart the retired 205‑MW Warrior Run plant in Western MD.

The project reflects efforts to add dispatchable capacity in PJM, though the site is also being evaluated for battery storage.
https://t.co/KlNnGJC3HH

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

MD and VA are advancing stricter coal ash rules following federal rollbacks, aiming to strengthen groundwater protections.

Coal ash remains a long‑term challenge as states take a larger role in disposal standards.

EPA comments open through June 12.
https://t.co/c5LxRtQfUf

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

Join UMD Extension on June 15 (noon–1:15 pm) to review key land use, legal, & economic factors for landowners considering leasing land for solar.

Explore lease structures, negotiation tips, and considerations for hosting solar on your land.

More info at: https://t.co/WagXWojb2V

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

A proposed Maryland transmission line may be delayed to late 2028 due to procedural steps, even as PJM says it’s needed for reliability.

The gap highlights challenges aligning infrastructure buildout with growing regional electricity demand.
https://t.co/zNki88o05c

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

PJM received fed approval to curtail power to data centers & other big users during peak demand as heat & outages tighten supply

The 13‑state grid, including MD, is managing growing load & limited reserves to maintain reliability under stressed conditions
https://t.co/fnRaY7XRwd

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

MD regulators delayed a rule requiring new natural gas customers to pay for line extensions, citing the need for more data on economic impacts.

The decision highlights ongoing evaluation of how infrastructure costs are allocated as energy systems evolve.
https://t.co/L8QNtyFxSE

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

MD has enacted the Utility RELIEF Act to address electricity costs

The law uses ~$100M in state funds for ratepayer offsets, removes a ~$20M utility incentive, & requires users like data centers to fund grid upgrades rather than shift costs to households
https://t.co/uzPBd6QrP2

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

A federal appeals court has paused a MD law limiting retail electricity “green” marketing, citing possible First Amendment concerns

The case highlights how states regulate environmental claims and Renewable Energy Credits as the green power market expands
https://t.co/mX7cpRSZUy

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

Maryland’s largest C‑PACE deal closed: a Frederick hotel secured $43M via MDPACE for efficiency upgrades, including high‑efficiency HVAC, LEDs, & insulation.

The project highlights how structured financing supports large-scale building energy improvements
https://t.co/4R4sneDQ4s

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

A solar project in Montgomery Co installed 270+ kW of rooftop PV across 40 affordable homes

The system is expected to save a local housing nonprofit $500K+ in lifetime energy costs; funds that can be reinvested into supportive housing services & expansion
https://t.co/Sl5nRA23nK

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

At its annual meeting, regional grid operator PJM faced scrutiny from state leaders, including Gov Moore, over reliability.

Officials noted that grid planning did not fully anticipate rapid data center load growth, complicating future system costs.
https://t.co/NeKZXezR1m

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

A new study of offshore wind hubs, including MD’s Sparrows Point, finds strong support for construction‑phase jobs & economic activity, along with concerns over traffic, noise & community impacts

It also notes early engagement & workforce planning matter
https://t.co/CnFA2Hd6bW

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

Governor Moore signed the Utility RELIEF Act.

The law ends “future test year” forecasts, limits use of ratepayer funds for executive pay, and requires data centers to pay for grid upgrades.

It includes ~$100M in household credits.
https://t.co/RvyYd6ddXE

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

Maryland’s Office of People’s Counsel filed a FERC complaint:

PJM rules could saddle MD ratepayers with ~$1.6B in grid upgrades for out-of-state data centers (like NoVa).

OPC notes Maryland electric rates are already up ~50% since 2021.
https://t.co/bkQJ716tSM

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

A federal lawsuit targets Mid-Atlantic offshore wind, alleging NOAA & BOEM ignored cumulative impacts on ~340 remaining right whales.

The case could shift construction timelines near Maryland as wildlife laws and regional energy planning intersect.
https://t.co/CqXufmsdTg

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

A federal appeals court is weighing a key legal question on MD’s transmission Piedmont line:

Can a developer survey private land before state approval?

Grid planners warn delays risk reliability by 2027, landowners cite state authority & property rights.
https://t.co/Fh3ZWNHTai

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

PJM has reopened its grid interconnection queue after a 4‑year pause.

811 projects (220 GW) applied, with ~55% of capacity from gas/nuclear.

Experts note the prior delays slowed Maryland’s renewable growth, impacting its timeline for clean power goals.
https://t.co/3QXWWMLQdt

[Maryland Energy Extension @EnergyUME]

Join UMD Extension on May 18 (noon–1:15 PM) to learn how to community solar works, what subscription options look like, and how to evaluate program offerings.

Discover practical steps and resources to help you get started.

More info at: https://t.co/WagXWojb2V