Join Maryland Energy Administration’s FY25 Building Decarbonization Program Info Sessions

The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) has launched its Fiscal Year 2025 (FY25) grant and loan programs, offering opportunities for property managers, building owners, and community leaders to reduce energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions. These programs provide critical funding and incentives to support Maryland’s transition to a more sustainable future.
To help you navigate these opportunities, MEA is hosting virtual information sessions. Attendees will gain insight into program eligibility, key criteria for successful applications, and the chance to ask program managers specific questions.
Programs Featured in the FY25 Sessions
Here’s a preview of the initiatives that will be discussed during the sessions:
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Commercial, Industrial, and Agricultural (CI&A) Grant Program
- Total Funding: $3,100,000
- Purpose: Supports Maryland-based commercial, industrial, non-profits, data centers, and agricultural entities with energy performance improvements exceeding current standards.
- Deadline: February 14, 2025, at 3 P.M., or until funds are depleted.
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Mechanical Insulation Grant Program
- Total Funding: $400,000
- Purpose: Incentivizes the installation of mechanical insulation for commercial and industrial properties, improving thermal energy efficiency.
- Deadline: March 26, 2025, at 3 P.M., or until funds are depleted.
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- Total Funding: $3,000,000
- Purpose: Offers low-interest loans to nonprofits, local governments, businesses, and state agencies for energy efficiency and conservation projects.
- Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Maryland Smart Energy Communities (MSEC) Grant Program
- Total Funding: $2,000,000 (across two tracks)
- Purpose: Funds energy initiatives that include community-wide planning, climate goals, decarbonization, and environmental justice.
- Deadline: January 8, 2025, at 5 P.M., or until funds are depleted.
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Energy Efficiency Equity Grant Program
- Total Funding: $11,200,000
- Purpose: Assists nonprofits and local governments with projects that provide significant energy savings for low- and moderate-income residents.
- Deadline: January 16, 2025, by 3 P.M.
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SolarApp+ Implementation Grant Program
- Total Funding: $3,900,000
- Purpose: Helps counties and municipalities adopt the SolarAPP+ permitting software to streamline solar project approvals.
- Applications are accepted on a first-come, first-served basis.
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Solar Energy Equity Grant Program (Coming Soon)
- Purpose: Funds the installation of solar PV systems for low-to-moderate income and underserved communities. Stay tuned for updates!
How to Participate
Ready to take the first step toward decarbonizing your buildings? Simply fill out the registration form to receive the link for the virtual information sessions. Please allow 1–2 days to receive your calendar invitation.
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