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Green energy is growing in both red and blue states
Georgia is in the nation’s spotlight — because it has attracted a $2.5 billion investment from one of the world’s best-known solar panel makers. Ironically, it is in the home […]
Md. green homebuilder suffers growing pains
FREDERICK — A Maryland homebuilder praised by Gov. Martin O’Malley for its environmental innovation says it’s struggling financially because it grew too fast. The Frederick News-Post reported Monday that Stevensville-based […]
Verizon launches green energy project
Verizon Communications Inc., a nationwide provider of telecommunication services, announced it will invest $100 million in a solar and fuel-cell energy project that will help power 19 of its facilities in seven states across the country, including Maryland.
Grant to help farmers turn waste to energy
COLLEGE PARK — Maryland chicken farms produce a substantial amount of phosphorous-rich chicken manure, which contributes to pollution in the Chesapeake Bay. One solution to the problem: Turn the poop […]
Constellation Energy wins ‘green’ pact with State Dept.
Constellation Energy Group of Baltimore said it signed a first-of-its-kind, 20-year contract with the U.S. Department of State that will help the department meet the energy reduction goals set for […]
Bill would let ‘green’ utilities install solar
ANNAPOLIS — State lawmakers are considering a proposal designed to spark investment in pricey green energy upgrades to Maryland homes. The bill, HB 658, would allow for the creation of […]
Bill requiring wind power may be back
A bill requiring utilities to enter into long-term purchasing agreements for wind-generated power is in the works for the 2011 General Assembly, with supporters and opponents getting ready to air […]
Plan identifies best places for solar on US lands
LOS ANGELES — A draft plan identifying prime areas for solar energy projects on public lands in the Southwest was released Thursday by the Interior Department in an effort to […]
Interior secretary to make wind power announcement Tuesday
BALTIMORE — Interior Secretary Ken Salazar is announcing an initiative designed to speed up wind energy projects along the Atlantic coast. Salazar is scheduled to appear at Fort McHenry in […]
