Maryland Battery Incentives 2026: The Tax Credit Is Gone — RCES Grants Replaced It
Verified 2026-08-03 Funding changes monthly.
| Program | Residential and Commercial Energy Storage (RCES) Grant Program |
|---|---|
| Value | FY26 grant round oversubscribed; FY27 round expected summer 2026 |
| Status | FY26 closed to new applications — 100% of the $2M budget requested; FY27 anticipated to launch summer 2026 (verified August 2026) |
| Federal credit | None — 25C/25D expired Dec 31, 2025 (OBBBA) |
How it works
Maryland's 30% Energy Storage Income Tax Credit ended with calendar year 2024, per state law. Its successor is the RCES grant program: $2M per fiscal year from the Strategic Energy Investment Fund, first-come first-served, for residential and commercial battery installs. The FY26 round is fully subscribed and the portal is closed; MEA says the FY27 round is anticipated to launch in summer 2026 — if you're planning an install, watch the MEA page and apply the day it opens.
Stacking with other programs
EmPOWER Maryland utility programs (BGE, Pepco, Delmarva) add electrification rebates.
Next step
Size your backup needs first, then compare installed batteries. Get 2–3 installer quotes — the installer files the incentive paperwork.
Run the sizing calculator →Frequently asked questions
Is there still a federal tax credit for home batteries in 2026?
No — the federal 25D Residential Clean Energy Credit expired December 31, 2025 under the OBBBA. Maryland's Residential and Commercial Energy Storage (RCES) Grant Program is now the primary incentive for Maryland residents.
How much can I get from Maryland's program?
FY26 grant round oversubscribed; FY27 round expected summer 2026. Maryland's 30% Energy Storage Income Tax Credit ended with calendar year 2024, per state law.
Is Maryland's program still accepting applications?
As of our August 2026 verification: FY26 closed to new applications — 100% of the $2M budget requested; FY27 anticipated to launch summer 2026. Funding changes monthly — confirm directly with the program administrator before contracting.