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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.
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.
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.
Potomac Edison starts new rate program to encourage off-peak hour use
Potomac Edison has added a new discounted rate option that encourages residents to use electricity during non-peak hours.
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.
The next energy shock could be far worse
Commentary: US natural gas prices remain low now but could rise as exports double by 2030, risking higher utility bills amid global energy shocks.
MD utility reduces fluoride in water, citing Middle East conflict
The water utility for Maryland’s two largest counties has temporarily reduced the level of fluoride added to drinking water, citing supply chain challenges partly due to the war in Iran.
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 seek utility relief though cuts to energy efficiency program
Maryland lawmakers proposed cuts to the EmPOWER program to provide at least $150 annual relief on energy bills for utility customers.
Moore aims to boost MD energy capacity, aid utility customers
Gov. Wes Moore dropped legislation aimed at modernizing Maryland’s electric grid and providing direct rebates for utility customers.
Why your power bill is spiking faster than a nearby data center’s
U.S. electricity prices have surged since 2020, with residential customers paying far more than data centers and other large commercial users.
