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Senate President Ferguson's statement on trash incineration and MD's Renewable Portfolio Standard
We are excited that Senate President Ferguson will sponsor the Reclaim Renewable Energy Act, which will eliminate trash incineration from Maryland’s Renewable Portfolio Standard and end subsidies for burning trash as renewable energy. For over a decade, Maryland has wasted over $100 million cumulatively subsidizing trash incineration as “renewable energy” despite the fact that incinerators emit more greenhouse gas emissions per unit of energy produced than any other power source, even coal.
For too long, communities polluted by trash incinerators or fighting new trash incinerators in Baltimore
What’s at Stake for Protecting Our Waters
The outcome of the November 5 election will have significant implications for clean water, the climate, and environmental justice. The protection of clean water, once a broadly supported issue, has over time become highly politicized.
Speak out against coal contamination in South Baltimore
Three years ago, the coal export terminal in the neighborhood of Curtis Bay in South Baltimore exploded, shattering windows and causing more damage throughout the community. Now, this coal expert terminal's Permit to Operate is up for renewal, and it's time to speak up! RSVP to attend a public hearing in Curtis Bay on Thursday, October 10 at 6PM.
Maryland's New Heat Stress Standard
For years, Clean Water Action has been working in Maryland to support the safety of farm workers working in high-heat conditions – particularly pesticide applicators who require safety gear to reduce their exposure to toxic chemicals. As climate change continues to bring more extreme weather, working for climate resiliency means that protecting workers from heat-related risks is more important than ever.
June 2nd: Maryland's Primary
Today is the last day to request an absentee ballot if you have not yet received your ballot in the mail.
If you have received your ballot, just a reminder that it needs to sent June 2nd.
There are official ballot drop off boxes in each county and Baltimore City if you would rather deliver your ballot. If you prefer to vote in person, there are in person voting locations that will be open on Tuesday, June 2nd from 7 AM to 8 PM.
Here is the Board of Elections page with vote by mail information, and here is the list of in-person vote centers and ballot drop off locations.