Maryland Energy Grants

The Research and Education Grant program funds projects that result in gains in farmer knowledge, awareness, skills, and attitudes that are then applied to make measurable on-farm changes leading to greater sustainability. Donor Name: Northeast Sustainable Agriculture Research & Education State: Selected States County: All Counties Type of Grant: Grant Deadline: 08/06/2024 Size of the Grant: $100,000 to $500,000 Grant Duration: 4 Years Details: The focus on farmer behavior change is a key requirement of this grant program. A wide variety of topics can be funded by Northeast SARE, including marketing and business, crop production, raising livestock, aquaculture, social sustainability, urban and Indigenous agriculture and much more. Other aspects of projects funded through the Northeast SARE program include those that address climate-smart agriculture practices intended to improve ecological, social, and economic resilience to climate change; increase carbon sequestration; and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Climate-smart practices include reduced and no-till, cover crops, prescribed grazing, ruminant feed management, manure management, fertilizer management, and on-farm energy efficiency. In addition, projects may address traditional ecological knowledge. Funding Information Awards typically range from $30,000 to $250,000. Grant Period Typical project length is 2 to 3 years. The maximum project length allowed is 3.5 years. Geographical Focus  The Northeast region includes Connecticut, Delaware, Maine, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, West Virginia, Vermont, and Washington, D.C. Eligible Applicants Research and Education Grants are open to anyone who works with farmers, including personnel at nonprofit organizations, colleges and universities, Cooperative Extension, municipalities, tribal governments, state departments of agriculture, federal agencies, research farms and experiment stations, for-profit business entities (such as private consultants, farmers and veterinary practices), etc. Northeast SARE encourages projects submitted from or in collaboration with women, the LGBTQIA+ community, and Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC). Additionally, they encourage projects submitted from or in collaboration with Minority Serving Institutions (including 1890s and other historically Black colleges and universities, Hispanic-Serving Institutions, and tribal colleges and universities) and other organizations in the Northeast that work with historically underserved communities. Your organization must have the legal structure and financial capacity to receive and implement a Northeast SARE contract, including expending funds needed for the project prior to receiving reimbursements from Northeast SARE; advance payments are not possible. Projects must take place within the Northeast region. Applicants and host organizations may be located outside of the Northeast region if the project activities and the farmers served are located within the Northeast region. For more information, visit Northeast SARE.

This funding opportunity provides financial assistance to Maryland counties and municipalities to implement a streamlined solar permitting software, helping them meet state requirements for residential solar energy systems.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and community colleges in Maryland that focus on agricultural and forestry education, as well as rural economic and community development initiatives.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to Maryland farmers and agricultural organizations for innovative practices that improve soil health and promote agroforestry initiatives.

This program provides financial assistance to qualified homeowners in Mount Rainier, Maryland, for essential home repairs and improvements to enhance safety and comfort.

This program provides financial support to businesses and organizations looking to enter or expand in Maryland's offshore wind supply chain, with a focus on emerging businesses owned by women, veterans, and minorities.

This funding opportunity supports rural nonprofit organizations and community colleges in Maryland to enhance agricultural education, community development, and public-private partnerships across multiple rural counties.

This grant provides financial support to Maryland museums, libraries, and historical organizations to enhance their capacity through projects like digitization, marketing, and strategic planning, fostering long-term sustainability and community engagement.

This grant provides funding to nonprofit and arts organizations in Howard County to support a variety of arts projects that enhance community engagement and access to the arts.

This funding opportunity provides financial support to small, community-focused organizations with limited budgets to implement projects that foster local connections, empower leaders, and enhance neighborhood spaces.

This funding opportunity provides financial support for Maryland-based organizations to plan and develop resilient energy systems that enhance sustainability and community resilience against climate impacts.

This funding program provides financial support and resources to innovative startups focused on clean energy and environmental sustainability solutions that benefit communities within Exelon's service areas.

The Maryland Department of Commerce is offering the Build the Future Grant Pilot Program, providing up to $2 million per fiscal year for innovation infrastructure projects in various technology sectors, with grantees required to provide matching funds and use the grant for costs related to project development, such as construction, installation, and equipment.