Welcome to Baltimore energy from ChooseEnergy.com.  Whether you are moving into a new home or business, or simply wanting to switch Baltimore energy providers to lower your energy costs – ChooseEnergy.com can help.

Since you are located in a deregulated area of Maryland and in the Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) service area you do have a choice in your energy provider. Baltimore residents and businesses can choose to stay with their Affiliate Retail Electric Provider, or you can choose one of several competing Baltimore energy providers.  Choose Energy can help you sort through your options and help you choose the Baltimore energy company that best fits your needs for your home or business.

Please note: Your local wires company is still responsible for maintaining the wires and poles, delivery of the electricity and or gas, and responding to emergency outages. The only thing that changes is billing and customer service.  Maryland energy companies will compete for your business by offering lower prices, added customer service benefits, or renewable energy options. By making a switch to a lower cost Maryland energy provider, you can save hundreds of dollars or more depending on the size of your home or business.

Baltimore is a city located in the Mid Atlantic state of Maryland. It is the largest independent city in the United States and is partially bordered by the Chesapeake Bay. The city was founded in 1729 and named for Lord Baltimore, the founding proprietor of Maryland. The city experienced a great deal of growth during the 1700s as a granary from sugar.

The city is home to 280 locations listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Prior to the American Revolution, the Second Continental Congress met in Baltimore. The Battle of Baltimore occurred in the city following the burning of Washington, DC. The British descended on Baltimore following the DC attack, but the United States soldiers fought them off from Fort McHenry. It was during this event that Francis Scott Key penned The Star Spangled Banner, the poem that was later named the official National Anthem of the United States.

The city's population began a rapid period of growth following this battle. The construction of the Baltimore and Ohio Railroad played a major role in the growth and the city became a major shipping and manufacturing market. It was during this time the local culture began to take shape.

Though south of the Mason-Dixon Line, Maryland did not secede from the Union during the Civil War. The city walked a fine line between north and south during the war, which culminated in the Baltimore Riot of 1861. Union soldiers making their way through the city were attacked by Confederate sympathizers, which led to Union troops taking occupancy in the city.

Shortly after the turn of the century in 1904, the city suffered the Great Baltimore Fire, destroying more than 1,500 buildings. The fire burned for more than 30 hours, leaving more than $150 million worth of damage.

During the 1950s, the city's African-American population grew and the city played a significant role in the Civil Rights Movement. Following the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. in 1968, the city erupted in rioting and violence.

The city's modern development began in the 1970s, as downtown underwent massive renovations. What was once a neglected commercial port filled with abandoned warehouses known as the Inner Harbor welcomed tourist destinations such as the Baltimore Convention Center, the National Aquarium in Baltimore and Harborplace. Today, visitors can visit the Inner Harbor and enjoy browsing ethnic food stands at Harborplace, shopping at the Gallery, paddle boating in the harbor and dining at Powerplant. Other notable destinations located downtown include the World Trade Center tower, the Science Center, M&T Bank Stadium and Oriole Park at Camden Yards.

As of 2010, the city's population was nearly 621,000. Since the 1970s, the population has seen a steady decrease, probably due to the high crime rates. However, the city is still a popular destination for residents of the state, as well as tourist from around the country. They come to see the Orioles or Ravens play or include a few days in the city following a trip to the nation's capital, less than an hour south of Baltimore. This rich history, combined with a thriving arts scene, top notch dining establishments and a friendly, welcoming attitude make Charm City one of the most popular destinations on the East Coast.