08/11/2025
BGE is asking all customers to conserve electricity to reduce the potential for widespread outages this afternoon and evening as the result of a power plant experiencing an unplanned disconnection from the BGE electric system.
In addition to conserving electricity beginning immediately and through this evening, we also recommend customers prepare for a potential outage. If an outage is necessary, we will make every effort to alert customers in advance.
An emergency cycling event has also been activated to respond to system operations needs. If you are enrolled in the PeakRewards Air Conditioning program, your air conditioner will be cycled up to your full cycling level (50%, 75%, or 100%) for the duration of the event. You will not be able to override participation in this cycling event. If you have a medical or health condition or require immediate assistance, please call the PeakRewards customer hotline at 1.888.309.PEAK (7325). If you are enrolled in Connected Rewards Air Conditioning program, your thermostats will be adjusted by up to 4 degrees for the duration of the event. Customers can opt out of the event by changing the temperature on their thermostat at home.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.