Walmart is investing in 19 solar projects across the U.S. with national renewable energy provider Pivot Energy, including 15 community solar projects. The strategic tax equity investment will drive the […]
Environment
Could the Odenton landfill still be built?
Many Odenton-area residents who have recently driven by the Patuxent Road access point to the proposed Chesapeake Terrace Rubble Landfill site have been alarmed by the construction on each side […]
MEA accepting applications for smart energy programs
The Maryland Energy Administration has opened the fiscal 2024 funding round for its statewide Maryland Smart Energy Communities Programs, which provide grants to Maryland communities and organizations to help with […]
MEA grants to help cut commercial fossil fuel use
The Maryland Energy Administration has launched its fiscal 2024 Commercial, Industrial & Agricultural Grant Program. The program incentivizes building improvements that reduce energy waste and displace fossil-fuel use when possible […]
New MEA program helping public schools reduce carbon emissions
The Maryland Energy Administration unveiled a plan to help K-12 public schools reduce and eliminate carbon emissions. The Decarbonizing Public Schools Program will provide capital to help local education agencies […]
Public input sought for Laurel’s first Sustainability Plan
City of Laurel Mayor Keith Sydnor is encouraging the input and involvement of residents to help develop the City’s first Sustainability Plan. Focus groups will serve as the platform for […]
Pittman: NDAA protection of Greenbury Point a step forward
Anne Arundel County Executive Steuart Pittman issued the following statement regarding the passage of the National Defense Authorization Act and its provision on protecting public access to Greenbury Point, a […]
Wind is biggest factor in Md.’s sustainable energy strategy
Solar power is making headway, but two recent decisions outside of Maryland’s control raise questions as to whether Gov. Wes Moore’s offshore wind goals can be met, at least on the accelerated timeline he’d like to see.
MEA opens application window for OPEN Energy Program
The Maryland Energy Administration has launched its annual OPEN Energy Program, which provides opportunities to submit applications for innovative energy projects and initiatives that are outside of the agency’s established […]
State channeling new funding into offshore wind, workforce
The Maryland Energy Administration will offer more than $6 million in fiscal 2024 funding through its Maryland Offshore Wind Grant Program Portfolio, which is designed to help Maryland’s emerging businesses […]