Maryland home efficiency programs

Maryland Energy Rebates & Efficiency Incentives, explained for homeowners.

Find the utility and county programs that may apply to your home, learn what each one requires, and check current funding before you plan an upgrade.

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Program status checkedOctober 6, 2026 · utility & county programs open

23 + 1Counties + Baltimore City

6+Major MD utilities

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Program status checked October 6, 2026.

Federal homeowner credits 25C and 25D are unavailable for new installations after December 31, 2025. Maryland HEAR and HOMES rebates have not launched: on September 30, 2026 the Maryland Energy Administration submitted updated applications for both programs to the U.S. Department of Energy. Confirm current utility funding before committing to work.
Official sources: IRS: 25C, IRS: 25D, Maryland Energy Administration: Home Energy Rebates status.

Programs by region

Find energy programs in your part of Maryland

Your service address identifies the utility and local programs to check. Equipment, property, household and funding requirements also determine eligibility.

Central Maryland

Baltimore & Central Maryland

Many homes in Baltimore City and the surrounding counties are served by BGE. Use the utility on your bill to find its official efficiency programs.

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Eastern Shore

Delmarva & the Eastern Shore

Depending on your address the provider may be Delmarva Power, Choptank Electric or a town utility such as Easton or Berlin. Check the provider before choosing a program.

Explore the Eastern Shore →

Southern, Western & D.C. Metro

Pepco, Potomac Edison & SMECO areas

Montgomery and Prince George's counties, Western Maryland and Southern Maryland each have their own delivery utility and county programs. Choose the provider shown on your bill.

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EmPOWER Maryland utility programs

Current programs from BGE, Pepco, SMECO and Delmarva Power

Each link opens the utility's own program page. Funding and rules are set by the utility and may change — check current terms with your utility before you commit to work.

Central Maryland

BGE (Baltimore Gas and Electric)

Available through BGE for the homes it serves. You may qualify depending on your address, home and equipment.

All BGE residential programs →

Montgomery & Prince George's

Pepco (Maryland)

Available through Pepco for the homes it serves. You may qualify depending on your address, home and equipment.

All Pepco Maryland programs →

Southern Maryland

SMECO (Southern Maryland Electric Cooperative)

Available through SMECO for the homes it serves. You may qualify depending on your address, home and equipment.

All SMECO residential programs →

Eastern Shore

Delmarva Power (Maryland)

Available through Delmarva Power for the homes it serves. You may qualify depending on your address, home and equipment.

All Delmarva Power Maryland programs →

EmPOWER Maryland programs are run by the delivery utility on your bill. Statewide details: Maryland Energy Administration: EmPOWER Maryland · DHCD: EmPOWER Limited Income Energy Efficiency Program · Full utility program list →

How it works

Three steps to check your options

Start with your home and utility. Confirm the rules and application process before arranging work.

Step 1

Identify your utility

Use your bill to identify the delivery utility (BGE, Pepco, Delmarva Power, Potomac Edison, SMECO, a cooperative or a town utility). Retail supplier offers have their own terms.

Step 2

Confirm eligible work

Ask the program administrator about the exact equipment, contractor requirements, funding and whether another incentive can be combined.

Step 3

Follow the program process

Obtain any required approval, keep the project documents and apply through the official program. Payment method and timing vary.

Quick start

Not sure where to begin?

Enter your ZIP code and answer five more quick questions. A service provider will tell you which Maryland utility and local programs to look at for your home — no dollar promises, no guesswork.

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Why it matters

Maryland weather makes efficiency pay

Hot, humid summers and cold winters put heating and cooling systems to work most of the year. An In-Home Energy Assessment can help identify improvements suited to your property, comfort needs and budget.

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Lower upfront cost

A confirmed incentive may reduce eligible project costs.

Program terms apply

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Smaller energy bills

Appropriate upgrades may reduce energy use. Results depend on your home, usage and rates.

Savings vary by home

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Better performance

Correct sizing, installation and maintenance help equipment perform as intended.

Installation matters

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Year-round comfort

Addressing insulation gaps and duct leaks helps in humid summers and cold winters alike.

Home-specific solutions

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

What are energy rebates for Maryland homeowners?

Energy rebates and assistance programs may reduce the cost of eligible home improvements. Availability depends on the administrator, your service address, the project and funding. This website cannot approve a rebate or reserve funds.

How do I compare utility programs?

Compare current programs from the utility serving your address. There is no single highest rebate that applies to every Maryland homeowner, and a published maximum is not a promise for your project.

How much can a Maryland homeowner actually save?

Savings depend on confirmed incentives, total installation costs and actual energy use. Get a written, project-specific estimate. This site does not promise a dollar amount or a percentage reduction in your bill.

Why do Maryland programs have different rules?

Maryland has state, utility (EmPOWER Maryland) and local programs, each with its own rules. Maryland's federal HOMES and home electrification rebates have not launched: as of the Maryland Energy Administration's September 30, 2026 update the state had submitted updated applications to DOE, and launch depends on federal review. Do not assume future rebates will cover work started now.

Who do I apply to — my retail supplier or the utility?

For a delivery-utility program, follow that utility's official application process, which may involve an enrolled contractor. Municipal utilities and cooperatives have their own processes. A retail supplier may separately offer promotions or demand-response plans.

Do I need to apply before installing equipment?

Some programs require preapproval or a funding reservation before installation. Confirm the sequence, equipment and participating-provider requirements with the administrator before signing a contract.

How are rebates paid out?

Payment methods differ. An incentive may be paid to a participating provider, applied as a discount or bill credit, or paid to the customer. Ask who receives it and how it affects your final price.

Can I combine multiple Maryland incentives?

Only when each program permits the combination. Confirm cost limits and overlapping-funding restrictions. Federal 25C and 25D homeowner credits are unavailable for property placed in service after December 31, 2025, and Maryland's federal home energy rebate programs had not launched as of September 30, 2026.

Do I need an In-Home Energy Assessment?

An assessment or testing may be required for weatherization or a performance-based program. Ask the administrator and contractor what evidence is needed and whether the assessment has a cost.

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