Maryland is scaling back its energy-efficiency program, claiming it will provide consumers with “immediate relief” on electricity bills. Critics warn the changes could threaten long-term affordability goals.

Maryland Faces Criticism Over Scaled-Back Energy Efficiency Program and Proposed Building Code Changes - Inside Climate NewsGov. Wes Moore’s administration said cuts to the EmPOWER program will provide consumers “immediate relief” but critics warn changes to it and the state’s building codes could threaten long-term afford...insideclimatenews.org