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Data center frustrations cause upheaval in MD primary elections
In some Maryland counties, frustrations about proposed data center developments led to the ouster of local politicians during last month’s primary election, observers say.
Bill would set Md.’s renewable energy goal to 100 percent by 2040
Touting supermajority support, an environmental group said it is close to passage of a state law increasing the amount of electricity generated by wind and solar sources.
Maryland official mulls special conditions on pipeline
Special conditions to address concerns about water quality may be justified for a proposed natural gas pipeline, a Maryland official wrote Thursday.
Activists seek reconsideration of Cove Point decision
Environmental and community groups are asking federal regulators to reconsider an approval of the Cove Point liquid natural gas export facility in Lusby, Maryland.
Exelon says merger opponents’ claims off-base
The company issued its statement in response to a coalition of environmental and consumer watchdog and ecumenical groups seeking to block its acquisition of Pepco Holdings.
Coalition: No acceptable path for Exelon merger
A coalition of environmental and community activists called on the Maryland Public Service Commission to reject a proposed merger between Exelon and Pepco Holdings.
Judge strikes down Cove Point zoning ordinance
An ordinance exempting the proposed Cove Point Liquid Natural Gas export facility from Calvert County zoning regulations has been struck down by a judge in Calvert County Circuit Court.
Cove Point opponents want delay in wetland permits
Opponents of the proposed Cove Point liquid natural gas export facility want state officials to delay approval of wetlands permits until a full study on the safety of the facility can be completed.
Wind farm bill in lonely limbo
A bill imposing a moratorium on electricity-generating windmills near the U.S. Naval Air Station Patuxent River base remains the only piece of legislation not signed or vetoed by Gov. Martin J. O'Malley.
Cove Point opponents prepare to go to court
Opponents of a proposed liquid natural gas export facility in southern Maryland are preparing to go to court if a federal agency does not call for a more in-depth environmental assessment of the project.
Environmental activists file SEC complaint over Cove Point gas facility
A coalition of environmental activists and investors opposed to the proposed construction of the Cove Point liquid natural gas export facility want to hit Dominion Resources right in the investors.
Public wants fracking studies, but who should make final decision?
A new poll suggests more than three-quarters of Maryland residents want the General Assembly to ensure safety studies are completed before fracking, is allowed in the state.
