Residential Energy Equity
The Residential Energy Equity grant from the Maryland Energy Administration funds energy efficiency, electrification, and solar PV upgrades for low- and moderate-income Maryland homes.
Funder: Maryland Energy Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): August 2026 (full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Award size and total funding to be announced in the official FOA; prior years have supported multiple projects per cycle.
Summary: Supports nonprofit organizations and local governments in providing energy efficiency, electrification, and solar PV upgrades for low- and moderate-income Maryland households.
Key Information: Program requirements—including eligible activities and documentation—may change; compliance with new Fossil Fuel Policy and Self-Verification of Minimum Eligibility is mandatory.
Description
The Maryland Energy Administration's Residential Energy Equity program funds nonprofit organizations and local governments to implement energy efficiency, electrification, and solar photovoltaic (PV) upgrades in single-family and multi-family homes across Maryland. The program aims to benefit low- and moderate-income residents by reducing household energy use, lowering utility bills, and promoting renewable energy adoption. This initiative supports Maryland's broader climate and energy equity goals, advancing cleaner energy solutions in residential communities.
