June 1, 2026

SMECO: State Energy Performance Standards in Effect

Energy SMECO

Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative reminds customers that Maryland’s new Building Energy Performance Standards, or BEPS, legislation is now in effect.

MD Awarded Funds to Modernize Power Grid

Power Grid

Rep. Steny H. Hoyer and other members of Maryland’s congressional delegation announced $8.7 million in federal funding for the Maryland Energy Administration to modernize the state’s power grid and invest in clean energy.

MD Offers $1.6M to New Wind Companies

Wind Turbines

Offshore wind projects got a $1.6 million boost from the Maryland Energy Administration to fund additional projects by emerging companies. Grants will be awarded on a first-come first-serve basis for qualifying proposals until Jan. 1, 2023, or until all funding has been awarded.