When data centers come knocking, counties should have a ‘wish list,’ officials say
“Use the time that you have bought yourselves with your local moratorium, talk to other communities that have figured this out,” said official Ian Ullman.
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Conowingo Dam $340M environmental deal faces federal test
Maryland and Constellation have moved past years of conflict, but a federal licensing decision and proposed EPA rules could still affect the agreement.
Lowdown from Loudoun: Virginia official shares data center tips with Maryland audience
Never sign a non-disclosure agreement. Pass an ordinance limiting noise. Require reporting on energy use, water use and wastewater disposal, were among tips shared.
Legislative committee puts new Maryland building code on hold amid environmental concerns
“It appears to violate Maryland law, which requires that our building codes be at least consistent with, if not stronger than, the international standard,” Del. Lorig Charkoudian said.
Amazon abandons plans to develop data centers in Maryland county
"We need the time for the appropriate studies and zoning changes before any of these projects move forward,” resident Melissa Emmal said.
Climate groups concerned by proposed Maryland building code
“It creates a lower baseline standard, and makes a bunch more things flexible,” said Del. Lorig Charkoudian. “In the end, the impact is lower levels of efficiency.”
‘Double-stacked’ trains arrive in Baltimore after tunnel expansion
“When people started talking about this project initially — here’s the thing — I wasn’t even born yet,” said Gov. Wes Moore (D), who is 47 years old. “Because for...
Maryland allowing construction of chicken houses to resume
Poultry farmers in Maryland haven't been allowed to build chicken houses since July, when a state environmental permit expired. Their wait ended Friday.
Audit: Maryland missed fraudulent lead inspections for years
A state audit found Maryland’s environmental agency failed to detect years of falsified lead inspections and faces broader oversight and ethics concerns.
Maryland advocates push to repeal gas pipeline program aiding utilities
Last year, Maryland lawmakers sought to limit STRIDE, the program for utility gas-pipeline upgrades; this year, advocates push to repeal it entirely.