Year in review: PIRG’s 2023 highlights
PIRG, its state groups celebrate national, state, local victories for the public interest
Media Releases
NEW REPORT: Maryland’s public campaign financing programs encourage, empower small donors
Small donor public financing programs in Montgomery and Howard Counties are working as intended in local elections, encouraging more people to contribute to candidates and reducing the role of large donors.
RELEASE: Microsoft offers extended Windows 10 support, with added cost
PIRG campaign prompts tech giant to provide security updates for longer.
Baltimore Area Residents Send “Don’t Raise My Rates” Holiday Cards to BGE
In lead up to rate case decision from utility regulator, energy customers speak out
Advocates urge Public Service Commission to protect Maryland residents from soaring gas bills, open proceeding to determine the future of methane gas
As cost of maintaining Baltimore’s methane gas pipelines soars past $2 billion, advocates urge PSC to rein in utility spending to protect ratepayers and the planet
New Poll: 85% of Marylanders Favor Special Elections to Fill Legislative Vacancies
Common Cause Maryland and Maryland PIRG renew call for General Assembly to establish special elections for legislative vacancies.
Hundreds of Baltimore Area Residents Submit Comments Opposing BGE Rate Hike
Comments flag affordability, excessive profits, and increased pollution as top concerns
Broad coalition of groups urges Energy Department to finalize water heater efficiency standards
Consumer, climate, and health advocates called on the U.S. Department of Energy to promptly finalize water heater efficiency standards.
Customers Speak Out Against BGE’s Proposed $602.4 Million Multi-Year Rate Hike
Groups turn out to last public hearing held by the Maryland Public Service Commission to oppose BGE multi-year rate hike.
Packed Community Event Expands Coalition Against BGE’s Multi-year Rate Hike
Groups Call on Public Service Commission to Rein in Spending