Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation
You may have recently noticed work crews in your community; they are conducting preconstruction surveying along BGE’s transmission right-of-way. Click here to learn more.
Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation Overview
PJM Interconnection, the organization responsible for the safety and reliability of the regional electric transmission system, has directed BGE to upgrade the electric transmission system in our service area due to the retirement of the Brandon Shores generation station. This work is an opportunity to expedite the permanent removal of nearly 1,300 Megawatts of coal-fueled electricity from Maryland’s energy mix – and the resulting emissions from Maryland’s communities.
These system upgrades are necessary in order to maintain electric reliability for customers throughout the mid-Atlantic region. This work will occur in a short time-period and includes the construction of two new substations, install upgrades at three existing substations, and 37 miles of transmission lines on BGE’s existing rights-of-way.
BGE is equipped to execute this work efficiently, with a focus on cost-effectiveness, and customer-service.
State and Local Permitting
BGE is required to obtain state and local regulatory permits for these projects. Required Permits will include:
State Permits
- Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN)
- Notice of Intent (NOI) Storm Water Control
- Wetland Permits
- Road Access Permits for Right-of-Way Entry
Local Permits
- Local Road Access Permits
- Grading Permits
- Storm Water Permits
- Forest Conservation Act Compliance
Community Engagement
BGE is dedicated to serving and keeping customers and key stakeholders engaged throughout the course of these projects. We value your feedback, and wherever possible, will use that feedback to inform the final design of these projects to benefit both BGE and our customers. BGE will continue to share project information and provide opportunities for stakeholders to provide feedback. Stakeholders include:
- Regulatory Agencies
- Local and State elected and appointed officials
- Key community leaders and organizations
- Local community councils and focus groups
- Environmental interest groups
- Local residents, property owners, and business owners
Preconstruction Activities
BGE is committed to keeping you informed and keeping you updated regarding construction activities related to the Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation that may impact your neighborhood.
Here's What to Expect
While design work is underway, you may see additional foot traffic on the BGE right-of-way. As part of the design criteria for future construction, BGE is performing survey work and staking along the existing BGE right-of-way. Our intention is to document the existing conditions so we may accurately reflect the property boundaries.
- On December 16th & 17th, 2024 you will see a team of contractors walking the BGE right-of-way.
Questions
If you have any questions or concerns, you may contact our project team at 443-423-1116 or fill out our contact form.
Project Resources
- Contact Cards
- Landowner Letter
- Factsheet (English)
- Factsheet (Spanish)
- Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF) Fact Sheet
- (Coming Soon) Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Outreach Opportunities
- State and Local leaders (State Regulatory Agencies; Power Plant Research Program PPRP, Department of Natural Resources DNR, Maryland Department of the Environment MDE, Joint Environmental Committee JE) – Q3 of 2023 – Ongoing
Previously Held Public Engagement
- Harford County Farm Bureau – 01/11/2024
- Norrisville Jarrettsville Advisory Committee – 01/17/2024
- Forest Hill Advisory Committee – 01/25/2024
- Fallston Advisory Committee – 01/31/2024
- Norrisville Advisory Committee – 02/21/2024
- Sollers Point Community Center – 03/21/2024
- Baltimore County Delegation – 03/24/2024
- Virtual Meeting – 04/11/2024
- Harford County Council – 05/21/2024
- Perry Hall High School Meeting – 05/23/2024
- AA County/Solley Rd Community – 06/17/2024
- Fallston High School Meeting – 09/05/2024
- Perry Hall High School Meeting – 09/10/2024
- North Harford High School Meeting – 09/17/2024
- Dundalk Middle School Meeting – 09/26/2024
- Orchard Beach Volunteer Fire Department – 10/01/2024
Contact BGE
If you have any questions about these projects, please contact BGE at brandonshores@goodenergyinprogress.com and refer to the BGE Brandon Shores Retirement Mitigation. Please include your name and address for prompt follow-up.
