County-by-county record of moratoriums, bans, project rejections, and other restrictions on utility-scale clean energy in Maryland — 4 tracked actions, each linked to the source that reported it. See our Maryland clean energy guide for market context, and the methodology for how entries are sourced and labeled.
As of August 2026, CleanPowerDaily tracks 4 restrictive actions against utility-scale clean energy in Maryland, spanning 2 counties plus statewide policy: 1 moratorium, ban, or restriction, 0 project rejections, and 3 other actions such as withdrawals or litigation.
| County | Actions | Technology | Most recent |
|---|---|---|---|
| Harford County | 1 | Solar | |
| Montgomery County | 1 | Data Center | |
| Statewide | 2 | Solar, Data Center |
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A proposed 4.95-megawatt solar project outside Pocomoke City prompted the town's mayor to call for a broader review of utility-scale solar policy. The county and land owner are at odds over the project.
Frederick and Montgomery counties enacted six-month pauses on data center development, while Prince George's County is considering a two-year moratorium.
Jarrettsville
The Baltimore Sun reported Harford County Council members voted unanimously to send a formal letter opposing the proposed 44-acre Chrome Hill solar farm near Jarrettsville; the letter is an official statement of opposition, not a permit denial.
A Montgomery County news release said councilmembers Will Jawando and Kristin Mink called for strong protections ahead of a public hearing on Expedited Bill 24-26, which would temporarily halt new data center building permits while impacts are studied.
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