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SB 10

Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard - Eligible Sources - Alterations (Reclaim Renewable Energy Act of 2025)

2025 Regular Session Introduced by Bill Ferguson and 2 co-sponsors

SB 10 expands Maryland's renewable energy standard by redefining eligible energy sources to include additional technologies under the state's clean electricity mandate.

Hearing 2/13 at 1:00 p.m.
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Bill Summary · SB 10

Legislative bill overview

SB 10 modifies Maryland's Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (RPS) by altering which energy sources qualify as "renewable" for compliance purposes. The bill, titled the "Reclaim Renewable Energy Act of 2025," appears designed to expand or recategorize eligible renewable energy sources under the state's clean energy mandate. Specific eligible sources will be clarified at the February 13 hearing.

Why is this important

Maryland's RPS requires utilities to source increasing percentages of electricity from renewable sources, driving investment in clean energy infrastructure and affecting electricity rates. Changing eligible sources directly impacts which technologies receive support, influence grid composition, and determine whether the state meets its climate goals. This could affect both energy costs for consumers and the viability of different energy sectors.

Potential points of contention

  • Definition disputes: Disagreement likely exists over what qualifies as "renewable," particularly regarding biomass, waste-to-energy, or nuclear power, which some consider renewable while others dispute
  • Economic impacts: Incumbent energy producers may oppose changes that disadvantage their technologies, while emerging sectors will lobby for inclusion
  • Climate effectiveness: Environmentalists may argue the expansion dilutes climate goals if non-zero-emission sources are included, while industry claims broader eligibility increases practical renewable adoption

Compiled from official sources — confirm details with the bill’s official record.

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