Al Ritter
This is nothing new for Democrats, push for renewable energies
while eliminating the old sources before the new ones come on line.
Prices are based on supply and demand so when demand
increases but supply stays the same or even goes lower, prices get pushed
through the roof. Such is the case in Maryland when Gov Moore seeks to shut
down two coal fired plants without suitable replacement energy.
What happens in this instance is that Moore in an
attempt to appear to be the “Clean Governor” it backfires miserably on the
electric customers as electric costs have risen by 1000% since 2023.Now
Marylanders are forced to buy electric from out of state from coal fired plants
at a premium. It’s all about optics folks, and Moore wants to be seen as the
rising star in the Democratic Party.
Moore is also pushing for the wind farm off the coast
of Ocean City.
Thankfully the Trump Administration along with the
Maryland Freedom Caucus is pushing back on Moore’s crazy “Green Agenda” and
told him he will not be shutting down the two coal fired plants until suitable
replacement are online.
PJM Interconnection (the electric supplier) is caught
in the middle between and unsustainable demand vs supply battle with suppliers
and the Governor’s office.
How a State could go from a $5 billion dollar surplus
from the last Republican Governor to a $6 billion dollar deficit in almost two
years is inconceivable, but that’s what Democrats do, they spend as if nobody
has to pay off the credit card. In the words of liberal nationwide,
“Is this what you voted for?”
Update: August 12, 2025 Received an email this morning from BGE
This morning, a power plant experienced an unplanned disconnection from the BGE electric system. BGE is coordinating with the plant’s owner to make any needed repairs as quickly and safely as possible. Additionally, PJM Interconnection is evaluating whether there is enough power in the region.
This event has the potential to cause a temporary power outage this afternoon and evening to protect the grid.
To reduce the potential for an outage we are asking all BGE customers to conserve electricity beginning immediately and through this evening.
Unfortunately, a temporary outage may still be unavoidable. If an outage is necessary we will make every effort to alert you in advance. Thank you for your patience and understanding.
Please consider the following preparation and conservation recommendations:
- Store a supply of bottled water and easy-to-prepare, non-perishable foods.
- Charge cell phones, computers, electric vehicles, and other battery-powered electronic equipment.
- Customers with landlines should keep a corded phone to report outages if cell phones lose power.
- Have a flashlight with fresh batteries on each floor of your home.
- Customers requiring refrigeration for medication or electricity for medical equipment should have alternate arrangements in place in the event of an extended power outage.
If your health permits:
- Monitor your thermostat.
- Turn on ceiling fans or standalone fans.
- Close blinds, shades, and drapes.
- Delay the use of major, heat-generating household appliances such as ovens, stoves, dishwashers, and dryers.
- Turn off non-essential appliances, electronics, and other devices.
To help conserve energy, BGE announced an emergency PeakRewardsSM Cycling Event earlier today.
Read More Here:
https://substack.com/inbox/post/169584297?r=1575tw&triedRedirect
Another reason for skrocketing electric prices in MD:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hJ2tqs_vksc
