Solar & Battery Regulation & Incentive Programs
The Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) offers financial incentives for local governments to join its Maryland Smart Energy Communities (MSEC) initiative. The goal of the MSCE program is to have local governments adopt and implement policies that promote energy efficiency and renewable energy in their jurisdictions.
Eligibility
Any incorporated towns, cities, and counties in Maryland can apply to join the MSEC program. Communities that apply for the program and meet the requirements receive funding based on population size and funding availability.
Program Description
The funding for the program will be divided between new and existing participants to the MSEC program. New participants will receive initial funding to help establish energy goals in the local community.
To participate in the program the local government must adopt two of the three policies provided below:
The program website contains guidance documents and model policies for establishing such policies which can be supplemented according to local needs.