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Warnings galore as power grid serving MD braces for heatwave, record demand
PJM, the largest U.S. electric grid operator that encompasses Maryland, detailed price spikes and warnings of massive transmission line congestion as it braced for record-breaking demand driven by a heatwave.
Utility rate-setting is ‘Catch-22,’ MD lawmakers, advocates say
Across multiple legislative sessions, lawmakers have attempted to lower skyrocketing utility bills for Marylanders, mostly through incremental steps.
Peña-Melnyk calls on utility companies to adhere to policies under Utility RELIEF Act
Maryland House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk called on utility companies to follow the Utility RELIEF Act regulations to protect ratepayers and reduce energy costs.
New MD laws: What goes into effect June 1 — or already has?
These new Maryland laws go into effect June 1 — or already have.
Moore signs bills on storm infrastructure, energy, rap lyrics
Maryland Gov. Wes Moore signed bills to improve storm drain safety, reduce utility costs, and make rap lyrics inadmissible in most criminal and juvenile court proceedings.
MD House speaker calls for permanent ban on forecast-based energy rate hikes
House Speaker Joseline Peña-Melnyk called for a permanent ban on forecast-based energy rate increases after Pepco stalled the practice due to the Utility RELIEF Act.
Pepco nixes proposed forecast-based rate hike after MD legislature passes energy bill
The Potomac Electric Power Company will forgo a proposed, forecast-based rate increase following the passage of key energy legislation.
How a fake utility worker cost one Prince George’s resident $8,300
Prince George’s County police have received three reports of someone impersonating a utility worker in the past month.
MD lawmakers look to regulate utility companies, PJM in 2026
As ratepayers grow more exasperated with utility bill hikes, Maryland lawmakers are making plans to ease the pinch on their wallets.
BGE names Pepco executive as new president, CEO
Baltimore Gas and Electric has announced that a Pepco Holdings executive will be its new president and CEO starting May 1.
Maryland to distribute $83 million in relief to utility customers
Some Maryland residents with overdue gas and electric payments will soon receive relief. The Maryland Public Service Commission announced Tuesday that it has allocated $83 million to electric and gas […]
Maryland aims to speed up electrified transportation future
The world is in the midst of a massive shift to more energy-efficient and environmentally friendly transportation across the board. From public buses and trucks to cars and even e-bikes, […]
