MONDAY, 8/11 - THE ELECTRIFYING COMMUNITY BUILDINGS GRANT PROGRAM IS NOW OPEN FOR APPLICATIONS THROUGH 2025!
Program Purpose: The Maryland Energy Administration is pleased to announce funding for the FY26 Electrifying Community Buildings Grant Program. This is a competitive program that provides Maryland community-serving buildings with the opportunity to request funding for projects that facilitate the efficient electrification of existing building systems, which may result in lifecycle cost reductions as well as zero onsite emissions. Funding will help more Marylanders cover a portion of upfront costs related to building electrification efforts and help facilities whose primary function is to serve the public shift from wasteful fossil fuel-powered equipment to greener electric alternatives.
This program is available as a result of
Governor Moore’s commitment to invest $50 million for grants to electrify hospitals, schools, multi-family housing, and other community buildings.
Type of Grant Program: Competitive Grant Program.
Eligible Building Types: Community Serving Buildings - May Include, But Not Limited To
- Hospitals and medical or care facilities
- Houses of worship
- Universities and colleges
- K-12 private or charter schools
- Pre-schools or daycare centers
- Non-profit or community-based organizations
- Centers for the arts and sciences
- Senior centers
- Museums and libraries
- Grocery stores
- Other community serving buildings that provide services or are used for community activities
Eligible Building Upgrades: Electrification Projects - May Include, But Not Limited To
Electric heat pumps (air-source, water-source, ground-source)
- Electric water heaters
- Electric dryers
Hot water, chilled water, steam management systems
ENERGY STAR electric appliances
Building envelope (insulation, air sealing, etc.)
Building controls
- Electric panel and wiring
FY26 Total Budget: $6.8 Million Dollars
Application Deadline: December 31, 2025 – 5:00pm EST
Application Resources:
Have Questions? Attend an Upcoming Webinar or Virtual Q&A Session:
Register below to join the FY26 Electrifying Community Buildings Kick-Off Webinar or a virtual Q&A Session to have any of your program questions answered.
- Wednesday, September 10, 2025 — 1:00 - 2:30 p.m.
FY26 Electrifying Community Buildings Open Q&A Sessions
- Session 1: Tuesday, September 30, 2025 — 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
- Session 2: Thursday, October 16, 2025 — 1:00 - 2:00 p.m.
- Session 3: Thursday, November 13, 2025 — 10:30 - 11:30 a.m.
- Session 4: Tuesday, December 9, 2025 — 1:00 - 2:00 p.m
Program Contact:
Megan Lackay - Electrifying Community Buildings Program Manager
