Megawatts for Maryland
Megawatts for Maryland funds large-scale renewable energy and storage projects via competitive auctions to advance clean energy statewide.
Funder: Maryland Energy Administration
Due Dates: October 1, 2026 (anticipated application deadline)
Funding Amounts: Bid-dependent; grants offset a portion of project costs via a closed auction, awarded to lowest-price-per-megawatt bidders.
Summary: Supports large-scale renewable energy generation and energy storage projects in Maryland through a competitive closed bid auction.
Key Information: Compliance with the MEA Fossil Fuel Policy is mandatory.
Description
The Megawatts for Maryland program, administered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), is designed to accelerate the deployment and construction of large-scale renewable energy generation and energy storage projects across Maryland. The program operates via a closed bid auction, where eligible developers submit bids for the lowest price per megawatt. Grants are awarded to those requesting the smallest incentives, supporting Maryland's clean energy infrastructure goals, energy efficiency, and green job creation. The initiative is a key component of the state's broader efforts to transition to a sustainable economy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
