Resilient Maryland Program

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Resilient Maryland Program

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_Above: Scotland Recreation Center in Scotland, Montgomery County, MD. Solar panels pictured on top of the building are part of the onsite resilient energy system that provides power during grid outages so that the recreation center can function as a resiliency hub for the Scotland community._

Notice of Intent for Fiscal Year 2027: MEA anticipates launching Fiscal Year 2027 grant programs in the summer and fall of 2026. Please check MEA’s website or follow our social media for updates. MEA will publish a General Notice of Upcoming Programs soon.

FY26 Program Status: The application portal is currently CLOSED to new applications.

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. 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. 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. 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, 20253:00 P.M. ET, Friday, January 9, 2026

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: Resilient MD FOA V2 12.19.2025 Link to Resilient Maryland Application FY26 Resilient MD Project Budget Workbook FY26 MEA Resilient MD AOI 2 and 3 Signature Form FY26 Resilient MD Project Proposal Template

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.

Resilient Maryland Resiliency Hubs

FY20 MEA Resilient Maryland Grant Recipient List FY19 MEA Resiliency Hubs Grant…

Topic areas: Energy and Environment, Circular Economy and Sustainability, Public Policy and Governance, Smart Cities.

Funding amount

This other provides Varies in funding.

Deadline

Applications are accepted on a rolling basis; there is no single fixed deadline.

Who can apply

This opportunity is open to the following applicant types:

• Not specified by the program.

Eligibility

The program did not publish a separate eligibility statement. See the official opportunity page for the full eligibility criteria.

Agency

Resilient Maryland Program is administered by Maryland Energy Administration (MEA), listed via Maryland Energy Administration.