Nature Forward is seeking proposals from experienced Maryland General Assembly Lobbyists with a specialty in energy and water to lead renewable energy and data center 
reform advocacy on behalf of Nature Forward and the coalition Marylanders for Data Center Reform. This contracted role will provide comprehensive state government affairs 
and lobbying services that advance policies that mitigate the worst impacts of hyperscale data center development and its downstream effects. This role will provide deep legislative knowledge, extensive energy expertise, established relationships with elected officials, and extensive experience with navigating Maryland’s General Assembly.  

Learn more about the RFP here: 2026-MD-Lobbyist.pdf