Maryland lawmakers are considering two bills that could streamline the construction of nuclear power plants in the state to address energy generation shortcomings resulting from a shift towards green energy sources. State Sen. Benjamin Brooks is leading the Decarbonization Infrastructure Act, which aims to include nuclear energy in the state’s renewable power generation guidelines. Brooks highlighted the need for reliable power sources as the state retires fossil fuel power plants.
Data from the U.S. Department of Energy shows that nuclear power plants are more consistent and reliable compared to wind and solar energy systems. Despite concerns about nuclear energy, Brooks emphasized the safety of Gen4 technologies and the decreased risk of meltdowns. The proposed legislation aims to establish a regulatory process for approving nuclear power plant applications.
Governor Wes Moore, known for his green energy initiatives, introduced the ENERGIZE Maryland Act, promoting clean energy and establishing a regulatory process for nuclear power plant approvals. Critics like Jorge Aguilar are concerned about the shift towards nuclear energy, feeling it contradicts Moore’s initial goals of 100% clean energy by 2035.
While Moore’s office did not respond to questions about potential changes in green energy priorities, Brooks remains focused on reducing residential energy costs and supporting nuclear power as a reliable, clean energy source for Maryland. The bills are part of efforts to address energy generation needs and achieve sustainability goals in the state.
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