Energy Saving Resources
Drafty Home? Rising Bills? These programs can help!
Drafty Home? Rising Bills? These programs can help!
Federal Tax Credits: Up to $3,200 for home energy efficiency expired on December 31, 2025
Maryland Tax Rebates via BGE: Up to $15,000 for energy audits, efficient HVAC, water heaters, & insulation through your local utility, thanks to the Empower Maryland program
Electric Heat Pump HVAC
Hot Water Heater
Insulation & Sealing
Windows & Doors
Smart Thermostat
Energy Audit
Civic Works: Free Energy Consulting; Quick Home Energy Check Ups; Free Rooftop Solar (income-qualified)
Green & Healthy Homes Initiative: Home health, safety, & efficiency support; lead hazard reduction & tenant legal services; Weatherization and insulation
Neighborhood Sun: Subscribe to community solar and lock in at least 10% lower electricity rate
Kitchen Air Quality Testing: Get your kitchen air quality tested and see how your gas stove affects your health!
Rewiring America: Find incentives, calculate potential savings, & plan your home electrification plan
Electrify DMV: Contractor directory
BGE Contractor List: Approved EmPower Maryland Contractors
Interfaith Power & Light DMV: Resources for faith groups and congregations to save energy and become more sustainable
Free energy upgrades: Get free efficient HVAC & insulation for low-income households with oil, gas, or propane heating with Sustain Our Future’s state-funded program.
Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP): free energy audits and energy-saving improvements
EmPOWER Maryland LIEEP: free energy conservation upgrades to help lower bills
Maryland Energy Assistance Program: Offered by the Department of Housing & Community Development
211 Maryland United Way Helpline: Online utility assistance resources database: dial 211