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After Criticism, Gas Industry Official Withdraws as Candidate for Maryland’s Public Service Commission

Inside Climate News · By Aman Azhar · last updated
The office of Gov. Wes Moore, who nominated the controversial candidate this month, says it respects the decision and that its nominees will be aligned with the administration’s ambitious climate goals.

By Aman Azhar

A gas industry executive nominated by Gov. Wes Moore to serve on the Maryland Public Service Commission withdrew his candidacy on Tuesday after environmentalists questioned his commitment to fighting climate change and protecting ratepayers’ interests while regulating gas and electric utilities.

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