‘Not based in reality’: Climate groups pan study added to Maryland’s major energy bill

A study of the actual costs of energy generation seems innocent enough. But renewable energy advocates are sounding the alarm, saying the model underlying the study unfairly disadvantages renewable energy.

By: Christine Condon

Outlets: Maryland Matters

Published: April 2, 2026

Words: 1,186

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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On its face, the amendment seems innocuous. It would require that Maryland study the “full system” cost of different forms of energy generation, from nuclear and natural gas to offshore wind and solar.

The amendment — which comes from Republicans but now has bipartisan support — was added unanimously Tuesday in the Senate Education, Energy and Environment Committee to the sweeping energy legislation known as the Utility RELIEF Act.

But renewable energy advocates are sounding …

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