Program Description: The FY26 Resilient Maryland Program provides funding for organizations to develop and install microgrids, resiliency hubs, and other distributed energy resources (DERs) for critical and community uses. Funding is available for preconstruction planning and system installation, with a focus on Maryland communities, businesses, and critical infrastructure seeking reliable, clean, and affordable energy solutions. Eligible entities can use the funds to offset feasibility analysis, planning, equipment, and installation costs.
DER systems funded through this program help reduce reliance on utility-supplied power, lower greenhouse gas emissions, and safeguard vital services against outages. These benefits bolster Maryland’s critical infrastructure, support community lifelines, improve energy affordability for overburdened populations, and advance the state’s climate and economic goals.
Program Purpose: The program provides funding under three (3) Areas of Interest (AOIs) . Please see the Funding Opportunity Announcement for detailed information.
Program Structure: The FY25 Resilient Maryland Program provides funding under three (3) Areas of Interest (AOIs), which are briefly explained in the list below. Please see the the Funding Opportunity Announcements for each AOI in the Program Documents section for detailed information.
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AOI 1: Preconstruction Planning: This AOI provides funds for feasibility analysis and other preconstruction activities for the planning and development of microgrids, resilient facility power systems, and resiliency hubs.
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AOI 2: Microgrids: This AOI provides capital for equipment and installation to help offset the costs of constructing microgrids, resilient facility power systems, and resilient combined heat and power (CHP) systems for critical purposes.
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AOI 3: Resiliency Hubs: This AOI provides capital for equipment and installation to help offset the costs of constructing solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery energy storage systems to provide essential power to facilities that serve as resiliency hubs for their surrounding communities.
Type of Program: Competitive Grant Program.
Program Application Deadline: December 31, 2025.
Funding: A total of up to $13,000,000 is expected to be available, split between each AOI.
- AOI 1 – $500,000
- AOI 2 – 4,500,000
- AOI 3 – 8,000,000
Program Documents:
Prior Year Resilient Maryland and Resiliency Hub Awardees: View award lists of prior year Resilient Maryland and Resiliency Hub award recipients in the table below.
Reporting Resources for Existing Grantees
Existing Resilient Maryland and Resiliency Hub Grantees can access reporting and reimbursement request resources at the links below.
Please note that Monthly Progress Reports (MPRs), Reimbursement Requests, and the submission of Final Deliverables can all be submitted electronically. MEA encourages electronic submission for maximum efficiency. Grantees may still submit these using the form versions, if preferred.
Area of Interest 1: Preconstruction Planning (FY24 - Present)
Area of Interest 2: Capital Support (FY24 - Present)
Area of Interest 3: Resiliency Hubs (FY24 - Present)
Portals for FY23 and Earlier Projects
Grant Extension Requests
A Resilient Maryland Grantee may request an extension to the deadline in the grant agreement if additional time will be needed to complete the Resilient Maryland project. Certain requirements must be met in order for MEA to consider an extension request. Click the link to the Resilient Maryland Grant Extension Request Portal below to request an extension to the grant deadline. Full requirements for requesting an extension are provided in the portal. If you have trouble accessing this portal, please contact the MEA Resilient Maryland Program Team by sending an email to
[email protected].
