Building Automation & Controls

4. The Hub YouTube Page Header Image & Logo (2).pngBuilding automation and controls systems consist of sensors, controllers, and software, which together monitor and control a building's mechanical and electrical systems like HVAC and lighting. These systems optimize energy efficiency and reduce operating costs.

The Maryland Clean Buildings Hub (the Hub), an initiative of the Maryland Energy Administration, empowers Maryland’s building owners to make well-informed energy investments in their properties by connecting them to financial, educational, and technical assistance. Sign-up for the Hub newsletter here. Have questions? Contact [email protected].

Incentives

​Building owners and operators can tap into a range of incentives to help defray the costs of building automation and controls. The Maryland Clean Buildings Hub (the Hub) is committed to help building owners or operators understand the range of incentives that they may be eligible to receive. 

State:
  • MEA's Commercial & Industrial Grant Program: This program provides eligible commercial buildings funding for cost-effective energy efficiency and conservation upgrades for existing, major renovation, and new construction projects that are above minimum code and performance standards and claim at least 20% energy savings.
  • DHCD's One-Stop-Shop Application: Helps ensure properties are energy efficient by providing support for insulation, hot water system improvements, furnace repair or replacement, renewable energy systems, and other health and safety enhancements.
Local:

Utility:
Visit the Financial Resources or EmPOWER Maryland​ page to review all Maryland utility incentive opportunities.

Resources

The Hub​ invites you to explore the materials below to help guide your next steps. Use these resources to help move your building decarbonization project forward with greater confidence.​

Suggestions for additional resources can be directed to [email protected].​​
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