Celebrating 200 Years of Smart Energy There's an energy moving across central Maryland. It began 200 years ago when we formed America's first gas utility in Baltimore and it's an energy that BGE and our customers continue to move forward today. It's innovation – new Smart Grid technologies that now give you the power to be your own energy manager; it’s commitment – 3,200 BGE employees who keep energy flowing safely and reliably to nearly 4 million people every day; it's inspiration – leading the charge for a more sustainable energy future; it's efficiency – harnessing the power of energy tools and resources that help save you more as you use less; and it's dedication – bringing together the power of people to create a better life for our neighbors and our community. The vision that first illuminated our streets two centuries ago continues to energize central Maryland homes and businesses today and lights the way for future generations. That's how BGE and our customers are moving smart energy forward.