Funded by the Maryland Energy Administration · FY26 Residential Energy Equity Program
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) is investing in Maryland families through its Residential Energy Equity Program, helping income-qualified homeowners access clean, renewable solar energy without the high upfront costs that often prevent households from switching.
As your energy bills continue to increase, it's critical to find ways to reduce monthly utility expenses and gain greater control over your energy future. This program was created to help make that possible. Through State-supported funding, eligible homeowners may qualify for a $0-cost rooftop solar panel installation, providing an opportunity to benefit from solar energy and save on your electric utility bill.
Opportunities like this are limited and highly competitive. Funding is available for a select number of households, and participation is based on eligibility, property suitability, and program requirements.
ThresholdStack serves as a program implementation partner supporting homeowner outreach, intake, and eligibility screening. By completing the form below, you are expressing interest in this program, and you should expect a response from us letting you know whether your household preliminarily qualifies.
From application to switch-on, our team handles the heavy lifting. Here is what to expect.
Fill out the short eligibility form below. It takes about 5 minutes. We confirm whether you preliminarily qualify and whether your home is a good fit.
We verify income documents, check your roof and electrical panel, confirm weatherization status, share program agreements with you, and perform other qualification tasks. Homes may also receive a brief historic-preservation review required by the State. Once this process is complete, you receive a final qualification approval and the agreements are executed.
A NABCEP-certified solar professional designs a system sized for your home (3–15 kW). We handle permits and utility interconnection paperwork.
A licensed contractor installs the panels. Minor enabling repairs (roof or electrical) needed for a safe installation may be covered by the grant. After utility approval, your system starts producing. You receive free solar power for 20 years under a fully prepaid agreement, paid by a state grant. The contractor also provides maintenance and support over that time frame, again at $0 cost to you.
This program serves Maryland homeowners with low-to-moderate income. You may qualify if all of the following apply.
The home must be your primary residence in Maryland. Single-family homes (attached or detached) and small multifamily buildings up to 4 units qualify.
Total household income must be at or below the limits shown below, and the home must also be located in a federally recognized qualifying area for solar program eligibility.
A reasonably sound roof for panels. Homes must be weatherized — if yours isn't yet, weatherization within 6 months of installation is a program requirement, which we may also help you achieve through our partners.
Income Limits · Maximum Annual Household Income
| Household | Maximum income | Household | Maximum income |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $72,950 | 6 | $120,900 |
| 2 | $83,400 | 7 | $129,250 |
| 3 | $93,800 | 8 | $137,550 |
| 4 | $104,200 | 9 | $151,300 |
| 5 | $112,550 | 10 (+$13,750 each add'l) | $165,050 |
Income limits set by the Maryland Energy Administration FY26 Residential Energy Equity Program. Counting all household members' income before taxes.
Share a few quick details — it takes about a minute. A team member will review your information and reach out with next steps.
Benefits, the process, and what the fine print means.
The program uses a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA). A PPA is an agreement structure that gets you a solar panel installation without you having to buy the solar panels yourself. The program helps bring solar power to your home through a written agreement that explains how the system works. Under a PPA:
Funding is limited — check your eligibility today and we'll take it from there.
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