Residential Energy Equity
The Residential Energy Equity grant from Maryland Energy Administration funds nonprofits and local governments to deliver energy efficiency, electrification, and solar PV upgrades for Maryland homes.
Funder: Maryland Energy Administration
Due Dates: Summer 2026 (anticipated program launch)
Funding Amounts: Competitive grants; specific funding levels to be announced in the Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA).
Summary: Supports nonprofits and local governments in Maryland to deliver energy efficiency, electrification, and solar PV upgrades for low- and moderate-income households.
Key Information: Applicants must submit a Self-Verification of Minimum Eligibility and comply with the Fossil Fuel Policy starting FY27.
Description
This grant program, managed by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), is designed to empower nonprofit organizations and local governments to implement vital energy efficiency, electrification, and solar photovoltaic (PV) upgrades for single-family and multi-family homes. The primary objective is to benefit low- and moderate-income Maryland residents, supporting the state’s broader goals of reducing energy use, promoting renewable energy, and advancing climate action within residential communities. Funds are awarded competitively to organizations, not directly to residents.
