Energy and Environment

Walter Kirkland is a fighter who wants to make Maryland a leader in clean energy while also saving families money and preserving the beautiful natural resources that make our state so special. Whether it’s rising energy bills, pollution, or climate change, families deserve solutions that are both pragmatic and forward-thinking.

Walter’s Plan to Put People First

Lower Energy Costs & Hold Utilities Accountable
Families shouldn’t have to choose between food on the table and a high energy bill. Walter wants to strengthen consumer protections, increase energy efficiency efforts, and hold utilities accountable to their customers.

Protect the Chesapeake Bay & Our Waterways
The Chesapeake Bay is a cornerstone of our economy and way of life. Walter wants to fully fund restoration efforts, protect clean water, and preserve our rivers, fisheries, and local ecosystems.

Make Polluters Pay
Walter wants to create a Climate Superfund to hold big polluters financially responsible for their damage to our state so that families aren’t left to pick up the bill.

Invest in Climate Resilience
From floods to shoreline destruction, climate change is already upon us. Walter wants to invest in flood control measures, protect our coasts, and safeguard our communities, including our critical military installations.

Grow Clean Energy Jobs
Walter wants to expand clean energy manufacturing, including solar, wind, and more, to create good jobs in a union environment while also making Maryland more energy independent.

Advance Environmental Justice
Communities in Southern Maryland and Prince George’s County deserve clean air and water just like everyone else. Walter wants to make environmental justice a top priority, including reducing pollution in communities that are already struggling.

Walter’s vision is simple: clean energy, lower bills, and a safer, more sustainable future for families without leaving anyone behind.