Author: MCEC Staff Published: 3/3/2025 Maryland Clean Energy Center
Keeping you plugged in to clean energy finance, innovation, and deployment in Maryland.
MONTHLY SPOTLIGHTS
The 2025 Legislative Reception is in the books, and we could not have done it without our supporters. We were thrilled to hear from industry experts who shared valuable insights on strategic investments in transmission and distribution to meet the energy demands in Maryland and how innovative energy solutions can boost economic growth. Check out some photos from the event here.
Ready to Energize Your Career?
MCEC is seeking a Senior Lending Analyst and a Junior Lending Analyst to join the finance team in its continued effort to fund and facilitate a clean energy future. These roles will play a critical part in evaluating renewable energy project financing opportunities, preparing credit committee materials, and ensuring sound investment decisions. You can learn more by visiting the MCEC website.
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MCEC NEWS
Budget Cuts ‘Getting Worse’
A second article published by the Baltimore Sun discussed how budget cuts proposed by the Maryland General Assembly and the federal funding freeze enacted by the White House could impact state institutions in Maryland, including MCEC. Check out the full story here.
Judge Blocks Funding Freeze
RTO Insider published an article examining the potential impacts of the federal funding freeze enacted by the White House. Numerous programs administered by Maryland environmental agencies, including MCEC, are at risk of being affected, including the Charging & Fueling Infrastructure, Solar For All, and Rural Development grants. You can read the article here.
EVENTS
MCEC Summit Date Announced!
Save the date for the 2025 Maryland Clean Energy Summit in College Park. This year’s event, themed Balancing Supply, Demand & Sustainability: Innovation in the Energy Marketplace, will occur on October 14-15 and include two days of speaking engagements, expert panels, and networking opportunities. Subscribe to our event email list to be the first to know about sponsorship opportunities, tickets, and more.
Community Meeting: Listed, Lead, Share
MCEC will host a free in-person community engagement event in March to inform local leaders, business owners, institutions, organizations, and personal consumers about how to save on energy bills, reduce energy consumption, and get involved in clean energy practices:
Location: 2101 E Biddle Street, Suite 1204, Baltimore, MD 21213
Date: March 27, 2025
Time: 6:00 – 8:00 PM
Registration is required. Visit our website for more information
Funding & Financing Clean Energy
MCEC will host a free webinar on March 13, titled Project Financing & Funding for Municipal Governments & Community Serving Organizations, to provide municipal governments and community-serving organizations with essential knowledge and strategies to effectively access and leverage funding and financing opportunities for impactful projects. Topics will include:
- Utilizing resources from the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA)
- Braiding multiple funding streams
- Understanding IRS Direct Pay mechanisms
- Developing projects in underserved neighborhoods
Registration is required for this event.
SOLICITATIONS
MEIA Climate Tech Founders Fund
Applications are now open for the Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator (MEIA) Climate Technology Founder’s Fund. Established through the passage of Maryland SB960 in 2024, this fund provides direct financial support to qualifying early-stage startups driving clean energy, decarbonization, and climate innovation in Maryland. Visit the MEIA website for more information or to apply today.
PARTNER EVENTS
Building Confidence: Data Centers
On March 4, the Energy Management Association will host an informational session, titled Building Confidence: A Roadmap to Achieving Operational Readiness through Data Center Commissioning. This virtual event will explore a comprehensive framework for data center commissioning, supported by the visual roadmap of the commissioning process. Attendees will gain insights into how these structured levels—spanning pre-construction through handover—contribute to operational success. Learn more about the event here.
The Future of Renewables
The American Clean Power Association will host its annual CLEANPOWER Conference and Exhibition on May 19-22 in Phoenix, AZ. Join clean energy experts from across the country for cutting-edge discussions about the future of renewable energy, including wind, solar, storage, hydrogen, and transmission. Learn more about the event here.
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