Case Study

Overview In partnership with ThinkBig Networks, Maryland Broadband Cooperative (MdBC) hasplayed a pivotal role in expanding broadband access throughout Charles County, Maryland. This initiative builds on a long history of strategic collaborations across state, local, and private sector partners to tackle persistent connectivity challenges in Southern Maryland—especially in hard-to-reach areas like Nanjemoy. By leveraging MdBC’s…

Overview In 2010, the state of Maryland, as the primary recipient, and Maryland Broadband Cooperative (MdBC), as a sub-recipient, were awarded BTOP funding from the U.S. Department of Commerce’s NTIA (National Telecommunications and Information Administration). This funding allowed Maryland to build significant new fiber optic spans to reach community anchor institutions and state facilities across…

Overview The Maryland Broadband Cooperative (MdBC), in collaboration with Maryland state and local partners, initiated the Bay Crossing Project to strengthen broadband connectivity across Maryland’s Eastern and Western Shores. This strategic infrastructure development represents a critical step in MdBC’s mission to provide high-speed broadband to underserved communities. The project focused on installing a robust fiber…