Public Service Commission - Full Costs and Benefits Analysis of Sources of Electricity Generation

HB 1149 requires Maryland's Public Service Commission to analyze the full costs and benefits of different electricity generation sources for ratepayers. The study must compare costs under three scenarios: current natural gas/nuclear capacity, 8,500 MW offshore wind with storage, and alternatives using only natural gas, nuclear, or offshore wind with storage. It specifically examines reliability costs from wind intermittency and uses a standardized cost model to identify the lowest-cost options. The Commission must submit findings and policy recommendations to legislative committees by December 1, 2026. This analysis directly affects Maryland utility customers by evaluating how different energy mixes impact their electricity bills.