Residential and Commercial Energy Storage Program
Forecasted
The Residential and Commercial Energy Storage Program by the Maryland Energy Administration supports grid-connected battery storage to boost grid reliability and renewable energy use in Maryland homes and businesses.
Funder: Maryland Energy Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): November 2026
Funding Amounts: Award structure and caps to be announced; funding expected to offset battery storage system costs for Maryland homes, businesses, and nonprofits.
Summary: Supports installation of grid-connected battery energy storage systems at Maryland residential, commercial, and nonprofit properties to enhance grid reliability and renewable energy integration.
Key Information: This is a forecasted grant; final details will be published in the program's Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA).
Description
This program, administered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), aims to reduce the cost of purchasing and installing grid-connected battery energy storage systems for residential, commercial, and nonprofit properties throughout Maryland. The initiative is designed to bolster grid reliability and resilience, support the integration of renewable energy, and encourage participation in utility-run virtual power plant (VPP) pilot programs. Projects that enroll in these VPP programs and provide grid benefits during periods of high demand may receive priority consideration. The program aligns with Maryland’s climate action and grid modernization goals.
