Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard – Eligible Sources – Waste–to–Energy

Summary

The bill changes Maryland law so that electricity generated from qualifying waste‑to‑energy facilities counts toward the state’s renewable energy targets. It applies to utilities and other entities that must meet the Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard beginning in 2026. By expanding the list of eligible sources, the measure could diversify the state’s clean‑energy mix.

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Hearings

• Environment and Transportation — Bill Hearing
  Environment and Transportation · Mar 13, 2026

History

1. Mar 13, 2026Hearing canceled
2. Mar 13, 2026Hearing 3/13 at 1:30 p.m.
3. Mar 6, 2026Hearing canceled
4. Mar 6, 2026Hearing 3/13 at 1:00 p.m.
5. Feb 13, 2026Hearing 3/10 at 1:00 p.m.
6. Feb 13, 2026First Reading Environment and Transportation

Sponsors

• Ghrist · sponsor

Bill text

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