BGE Power Shutoffs Loom in Maryland | Baltimore News

BGE is about to start cutting off power to unpaid customers starting July 15 — a major threat for Marylanders on fixed incomes already struggling to pay bills. Nearly 250,000 households fell behind last year without seeking help, now averaging over $700 in debt. Meanwhile, BGE seeks an $8/month rate hike totaling $156 million, with a possible 2025 rollout. Energy advocates warn delivery rates have doubled since 2011 and gas rates tripled — making bills even harder to manage. If you’re in Maryland, act now: apply for utility grants, negotiate payment plans with BGE, or explore community solar to avoid the shutoff. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/ac08ca0b63e4e0cf