Archive for October 2021
Wood Energy Becomes Attractive Option for Growing Number of Large Facilities
As Maryland works toward its decarbonization goals, clean energy advocates – and some foresters – insist wood energy could become a significant clean source of thermal energy in the state and stoke the creation of more clean energy jobs. “This is a really significant opportunity for Maryland. Wood energy could complement other clean energy sources…
Read MoreMD-PACE Financing Stronger Communities
How a recent legislative update will unlock resiliency for Maryland A landmark amendment, passed in March, promises to make Maryland one of the most innovative locations for Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy financing (C-PACE) in the country. Currently active in Washington, D.C. and 26 states including Maryland, C-PACE provides property owners and developers access to…
Read MoreWays to Realistically Achieve Sustainability Goals
Chances are your company has made commitments to environmental sustainability, but do you truly understand what they are? Do you know how to address them – or even where to start? For organizations, energy sustainability means being able to meet corporate efficiency goals through strategic solutions, including renewable energy options and energy efficiency initiatives. These…
Read MoreMaryland Needs Nuclear Power to Meet its Clean Energy Goals
Maryland is at a crossroads when it comes to its energy future. The damage caused by burning fossil fuels is already at our doorsteps in Maryland and can be felt around the country. In the US, air pollution is responsible for around 100,000 premature deaths each year and costs the U.S. $1 trillion per year.…
Read MoreApply Now to Serve on MCEC’s 2022 Advisory Council
The MCEC Advisory Council exists to assist in developing strategic objectives for the Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC), advises the Executive Director, and informs the Board of Directors. The Council evaluates issues, reviews proposed policy and regulatory matters, facilitates relationship building, and builds awareness of MCEC to encourage the adoption of its mission. In addition,…
Read MoreMCEC Awarded $750,00 from EDA Build to Scale Venture Challenge for MEIA
The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) was awarded $750,000 for a three-year grant from the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) to support its project, “The Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator,” as part of EDA’s 2021 Build to Scale Venture Challenge. The Venture Challenge seeks to leverage regional competitive strengths to accelerate innovation and job creation through…
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