A plain-language resource explaining the factors driving rising energy bills in Maryland, including utility spending, infrastructure investments, and energy market costs.

A July 2026 overview of ongoing debates about utility rates, affordability, and consumer protection in Maryland.

A Maryland PIRG Foundation report examining how utility planning decisions can increase costs for consumers and exploring opportunities for greater oversight and accountability.

An educational resource explaining how regional grid decisions affect electricity prices, reliability, and energy affordability across Maryland and other states.

An opinion piece discussing how delays in bringing new energy resources online can contribute to higher costs for Maryland consumers.

Explores how utility rate design can help households save money when using efficient electric heating and cooling technologies.

Information on Maryland programs that help households lower energy use, improve comfort, and reduce utility bills.

Background information on local energy solutions, including community solar, distributed energy resources, and grid modernization.