State Struggles to Meet Ambitious Climate Goals

Maryland struggles to meet its ambitious climate goals

As the planet logs some of its warmest years on record, Maryland is trying to make good on some of the most ambitious climate goals in the country. But the state is struggling to keep up with deadlines it set…

State struggles to meet ambitious climate goals

As the planet logs some of its warmest years on record, Maryland is trying to make good on some of the most ambitious climate goals in the country. But the state is struggling to keep up with deadlines it set…

Maryland struggles to meet ambitious climate goals

By RACHEL MCCREA As the planet logs some of its warmest years on record, Maryland is trying to make good on some of the most ambitious climate goals in the country. But the state is struggling to keep up with deadlines it set for itself. Maryland is halfway to its goal of reducing greenhouse gas emissions — the primary driver of climate change — by 60% by 2031, though progress has been at a standstill since 2020. The state has another, more ambi…

Maryland’s Ambitious Climate Goals Face Significant Challenges

Maryland’s commitment to combating climate change through ambitious goals is facing significant hurdles. The state aims to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 60% by 2031 and achieve net zero emissions by 2045. However, progress has stalled since 2020, with transportation emissions rising and the state struggling to secure the necessary $1 billion annual investment to meet these targets. Transitioning to renewable energy is another critical compo…