Maryland is doubling the amount of renewable power purchased by state government under a 20-year deal that Democratic Gov. Wes Moore announced Wednesday.
Beginning in 2028, REV Renewables will provide about 250,000 megawatt-hours annually to Maryland government from its Jade Meadow III Solar Project — a solar farm planned for a reclaimed coal mine in western Maryland and, according to the company, the largest proposed in the state. It will provide enough renewable power to cover up to 15 percent of the state government’s electricity portfolio, roughly equivalent to what’s needed to power 20,000 homes.
Moore, a potential 2028 White House contender, said the deal demonstrates how his administration is “using every tool available” to lower costs and reduce pollution.
“This agreement is a major win for Maryland, ensuring our state has access to reliable, clean sources of energy, progressing our clean energy goals, and advancing towards a more sustainable future,” Moore said in a statement.
