Community Solar Grant Program
The Maryland Community Solar Grant Program funds research and deployment of community solar and solar-plus-storage projects, prioritizing benefits for low-income households and sustainable siting.
Funder: Maryland Energy Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): October 2026 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Grant amounts and caps TBD; details will be released in the official Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA).
Summary: Supports the development and construction of community solar and solar-plus-storage projects in Maryland, with priority for projects benefiting low-income households and sustainable siting.
Key Information: Compliance with MEA’s Fossil Fuel Policy is required starting FY2027; only Community Solar Subscriber Organizations are eligible to apply.
Description
The Community Solar Grant Program, administered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), is designed to accelerate the deployment of community solar projects and community solar paired with energy storage across Maryland. The program prioritizes projects that deliver substantial benefits to low-income subscriber households, are sited on rooftops or brownfields/landfills, or provide enhanced grid services. This initiative is part of Maryland’s broader effort to promote renewable energy, climate action, and green jobs, and aligns with the state’s goals for energy equity and sustainability.
