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Frederick data center: MD Supreme Court explains why it blocked referendum
The Maryland Supreme Court published its reasoning for blocking a referendum that would have allowed Frederick County voters to limit the expansion of a data center campus.
Transparency and independence of PJM in focus as FERC mulls major reforms
FERC weighs reforms to enhance transparency and independence in PJM Interconnection, the largest U.S. power grid facing blackout risks amid rising data center demand.
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.
10 highest-paid lobbyists of 2026 MD General Assembly session — and who they work for
Who were the highest-paid lobbyists during the 2026 Maryland General Assembly session, and who were their clients?
Geothermal energy incentivized in MD but not widely used at homes
Maryland is investing in geothermal energy, which can help power large-scale projects like schools and data centers, but it isn't being widely used in the state residentially.
Frederick County executive orders data center development pause after court ruling
Frederick County Executive Jessica Fitzwater issued a temporary pause on new data center development in Frederick County.
Western MD county approves data center moratorium
The Washington County commissioners voted 4-1 to approve a yearlong moratorium regarding data center applications.
No referendum on Frederick data center expansion, MD Supreme Court rules
Frederick County residents will not be able to vote on the expansion of a data center campus.
Frederick County data center referendum case goes to MD Supreme Court
The Maryland Supreme Court agreed to hear a case on a proposed Frederick County ballot referendum to limit the expansion of data centers.
Panel: New energy law won’t fix soaring electric bills alone
Maryland experts discuss the Utility RELIEF Act and say more energy generation and storage are needed to address rising electric bills and demand.
Frederick storage property sold for $7.45M
An industrial outdoor storage property in Frederick has been sold for $7.45 million, real estate firm Marcus & Millichap Inc. announced.
Maryland’s new energy law intertwines with data center boom
Maryland’s Utility RELIEF Act mandates data centers to pay for electric grid upgrades and register with the Public Service Commission to ease ratepayer costs.
