Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy Programs Still Available to Maryland Residents

On July 23, Maryland LCV Education Fund hosted a Conservation Conversation webinar about HR 1, specifically covering the many environmental programs the reconciliation package rescinded or repealed and the potential effects we might expect in Maryland. While many consumer programs designed to bring down energy costs will be ending earlier than expected, some federally funded programs remain available.

We wanted to follow up with resources on what energy efficiency, clean energy, and electrification programs are still available to Maryland residents now—and, where we know, for how long they will be available. Some of these are programs administered through state agencies like the Maryland Energy Administration, while others include links to programs nonprofit organizations are administering to help people save money and reduce pollution.

Know of other programs we’ve missed? Please reach out so we can add them to this list.

Federal Clean Energy and Transportation Incentives Ending Soon

Electric Vehicle Tax Rebates

Deadline: September 30, 2025

If you’re considering a new or new-to-you car, you still have time to get an EV with a $7,500 rebate for a new electric vehicle or $4,000 for used vehicles.

Rooftop Solar Installation

Deadline: December 31, 2025

A 30% tax credit remains available through the end of this year for residential solar installations.

Home Energy Improvements

Deadline: December 31, 2025

Federal tax credits for upgrading your home with electric heat pumps or making updates to improve weatherization and efficiency will expire at the end of this calendar year.

For more details about these federal programs and to see if you qualify, check out Rewiring America’s electrification calculator.

Ongoing Programs in Maryland

Many of these programs are ongoing and not tied to federal funding that’s being cut.

Empower Maryland Program

The Empower program provides energy efficiency rebates and incentives through Maryland utilities.
 Learn more: psc.state.md.us/electricity/empower-maryland

Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) Programs

MEA recently updated their website with programs available in fiscal year 2026. Here are direct links for rebates, grants, and incentive programs:

Free Weatherization and Electrification

Sustain Our Future Foundation is currently administering a program for free weatherization and electrification for low-income oil/propane heated households in central and southern Maryland.
 Apply at: go.sustainourfuture.org

Community Solar

Maryland residents can access renewable energy through their electric bill by subscribing to a local community solar project. Rates for community solar are offered at a guaranteed discount from the utility’s standard offer service. MEA maintains a list of current and upcoming projects to help you find opportunities to subscribe to local projects in your utility service area.
Find projects: energy.maryland.gov/Pages/MarylandCommunitySolar.aspx

Home Health and Safety Services

For direct service support for homeowners needing to address home hazards like lead and mold, Green and Healthy Homes Initiative provides a suite of options. This program is currently available in the Baltimore area only.
Learn more: greenandhealthyhomes.org/services/maryland-direct-services