Statement: Governor Moore signs groundbreaking “pro-consumer” changes to utility regulation
Consumer advocate applauds safeguards on gas pipeline spending and ratepayer protections
Media Statements
Advocates: EmPOWER Maryland energy efficiency program provides savings to consumers
As Marylanders struggle with high home heating and cooling bills, new law pushes utilities l to rollout incentives for weatherization and efficient equipment
STATEMENT: EPA to limit discharges of PFAS
he U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced Monday that it will take several actions to address per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS).
PSC Report Finds BGE Mismanagement Increased Risk of Gas Pipeline Explosions
onsumer Advocate Calls for Pause on BGE’s “Operation Pipeline” Program
Maryland legislature makes groundbreaking changes to utility regulation, lowering energy costs
Senate accepts amendments on Next Generation Energy Act, bill expected to save ratepayers hundreds of millions of dollars.
To end relentless rate hikes, Maryland legislature must stop wasteful utility spending
Maryland’s STRIDE program and multi-year ratemaking incentivize overspending by utilities, boosting corporate profits and raising costs for consumers
Statement: EmPOWER Maryland lowers bills, reduces pollution, and lessons demand on grid
Not only has EmPOWER Maryland steadily reduced energy consumption, it has saved customers $4 billion on their energy bills.
STATEMENT: Gas utility spending continues to grow, fueling rate hikes
Consumer advocates call on legislators and regulators to reign in spending
Maryland Attorney General, People’s Counsel, elected officials, advocates call out BGE rate hikes, legislative action
Soaring home heating bills, driven by BGE’s wasteful spending on gas pipeline replacement , have placed additional strain on Baltimore residents, requiring immediate legislative action.
STATEMENT: Biden issues executive order to fast-track data centers for AI
Advocates urge incoming administration to maintain environmental, consumer protections