Policy
Vice President Harris Announces Inflation Reduction Act Provisions at Coppin State University
MCEC staff, board, and advisory council members were in attendance at Coppin State University (CSU), earlier this month, to hear Vice President Kamala Harris share details about provisions in the Inflation Reduction Act that will combat climate change and create a stronger clean energy economy. Anthony Jenkins, President of Coppin State University, opened the program…
Read More2023 Legislative Reception Put Workforce Development and Climate Justice in the Foreground
Last month, The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) hosted the 2023 Legislative Reception: People Power for Decarbonization, in a hybrid format. The program brought together clean energy and economic development professionals, regulators, legislators, and community leaders focused on strategies for implementation to achieve Maryland’s Renewable Portfolio Standard (RPS) goals. MCEC also announced the release of…
Read MoreSupport the 2023 Legislative Reception
A limited number of event sponsorships available, now. Your support demonstrates the diversity and reach of the energy industry sector in Maryland to policymakers. Sponsorships support MCEC Policy Watch activities and related initiatives. Download the Event Sponsorship Prospectus The 2023 MCEC Legislative Reception will be held on February 23, from 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM,…
Read MoreInflation Reduction Act Sets Stage for Massive Investment in Clean Energy
As the single largest clean energy investment in American history, the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) is poised to trigger a decade of heightened investment, production and innovation that could transform the energy sector, according to multiple analysts. The IRA includes $370 billion of climate and clean energy investments which are geared to cut U.S. greenhouse…
Read MoreWood Energy Fuel Supply Analysis Funded by Rural Maryland Council
A partnership between the Western Maryland Resource Conservation and Development Counciland Maryland Clean Energy Center to research wood energy in the state As Maryland explores opportunities to increase the usage of renewable wood energy throughout the state, the Western Maryland Resource Conservation and Development Council (WM RC&D) and the Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) have…
Read MoreSession Summary Report: MCEC Policy Watch 2022
Maryland’s 188 State Representatives opened the 444th Legislative Session of the Maryland General Assembly with COVID-19 protocols. While relaxed from the previous gathering of legislators, adjustments to floor sessions and committee hearings continued with presiding officers convening their members in person with pro-forma sessions held frequently during the early weeks. The Chambers offered designated seats…
Read More2021 Maryland General Assembly Special Session Summary Update
Maryland legislators took their seats in chambers on Monday, December 6, for the 2021 Special Legislative Session. Their mission included the debate of Redistricting Maps and the selection of a State Treasurer to replace retiring Nancy Kopp, who has served in the position since February 2002. With the return to chambers, the Maryland Constitution requires…
Read MoreLimited Sponsor Ops Available for 2022 Legislative Reception
MCEC needs your support to stay on target for the 2022 Maryland Legislative Session! Your sponsorship demonstrates the diversity and reach of the energy industry sector in Maryland to policymakers. The 2022 MCEC Legislative Reception will be held in a hybrid format to allow for in-person networking and remote attendees to hear from guest speakers on…
Read MoreClean Energy Accelerator Could Spur Unprecedented Investment and GHG Reductions
With the potential to leverage $463 billion of investment and create four million jobs in just four years, the proposed federal Clean Energy Accelerator is being described as both the biggest investment opportunity of the century and one of the most potent tools to transition America to a clean energy economy. The U.S. House of…
Read More2021 Policy Watch is Underway
The Maryland Clean Energy Center is on the watch to keep you informed about public policy decisions made by the General Assembly this session, with the potential to impact the energy sector in our state! MCEC staff monitors activity in the Maryland General Assembly, looking for legislation relevant to our mission and your interest in…
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