Residential Energy Equity
This grant supports energy efficiency, electrification, and solar PV upgrades in Maryland homes for low-and-moderate income residents to advance clean energy and climate action.
Funder: Maryland Energy Administration
Due Dates (Anticipated): July 2027 (Full application deadline, projected)
Funding Amounts: Funding levels to be announced in the program’s FOA; typical award size not yet specified.
Summary: Supports organizations implementing energy efficiency, electrification, and solar PV upgrades in Maryland homes serving low-and-moderate income residents.
Key Information: Minimum eligibility includes compliance with MEA’s Fossil Fuel Policy and self-verification requirements starting FY2027.
Description
The Residential Energy Equity program, administered by the Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), provides competitive grants to nonprofit organizations and local governments to implement energy efficiency, electrification, and solar photovoltaic (PV) upgrades in single-family and multi-family homes. The program targets projects that benefit low-and-moderate income Maryland residents, aiming to reduce energy use, promote renewable energy, support climate action, and foster green job creation. Funding is part of Maryland’s broader strategy to encourage sustainable energy practices and equitable access to clean energy solutions for underserved communities.
