Sustainable Energy
Announcements
Sustainable Energy is now accepting NEW Grant applications for the Solar Energy Grant. The Solar Energy Grant for installing solar photovoltaic (PV) panels has been modified for research purposes and will be conducted as a research pilot. A limited number of awards will be available, and applications will be accepted on a rolling basis from February 10 through July 25, 2025. Our Energy Efficiency Grant is also available for Natural Gas incentives only.
If you have any questions, email us at CleanE@co.pg.md.us.
Who We Are
Sustainable Energy's objective is to provide reliable and environmentally sound energy solutions that enhance the quality of life of Prince George’s County residents while concomitantly maximizing energy savings. The program coordinates the County’s efforts to reduce the three Cs of energy: consumption, cost, and Carbon emissions.
Goals and Objectives
- Reduce County-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) and achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
- Help grant recipients achieve at least 15% energy savings for energy efficiency projects and 10% energy savings for solar projects;
- Help grant recipients reduce energy consumption by 20% or greater for office buildings and multifamily dwellings.
Guiding Themes
The County government has set forth actionable strategies to lead by example and help facilitate broad residents’ participation in becoming more energy-conscious and efficient throughout the community. The following themes have emerged that inform the selection of strategies and measures.
Build on Existing Efforts
The County has already implemented several initiatives, programs, and policies that support efficiency and climate protection goals. The guiding laws, policies, and plans seek to combine those existing County efforts under one framework, suggest improvements or augmentations, and add new efforts where gaps exist.
Alignment with County Goals and Priorities
The County is responsible for delivering high-quality core services that encourage economic development, create jobs, and generally improve the quality of life for County residents.
Engage the Community
Developing far-reaching solutions necessary to achieve significant GHG reductions will require coordinated and broad participation of residents, businesses, municipal governments, and the other institutions that make up Prince George’s County. This calls for significant outreach and communication efforts and the establishment of public/private partnerships to help build resilient communities.
Build Capacity in the Energy Sector
Sustainable Energy seeks to exemplify the nexus between the county's energy, economic development, and job creation initiatives. Staff work closely with the business community, including diverse suppliers and county-based businesses, to build an advanced energy economy.
Sustainable Energy - Clean Energy Program
Energy Efficiency Grant and Solar Water Heater Grants
The Clean Energy Program builds on Maryland and Prince George's County's energy-efficiency and carbon reduction goals. It will help make our County more energy resilient by using a holistic approach to break energy injustice and barriers. We offer residents within the Pepco and Washington Gas service territory of these nine neighborhoods, classified as Energy Resiliency Communities (ERCs), the ability to apply for grants to perform energy efficiency retrofits and, subsequently, install solar photovoltaic (PV) and/or water heater systems.
ENERGY STAR Certification & Green Leasing Grant
Sustainable Energy grants existing office and multifamily building owners who are Pepco and/or Washington Gas customers to perform energy and water efficiency retrofits and obtain the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)'s ENERGY STAR certification. The building owners are also to adopt various best practices in Green Leasing to motivate landlords and tenants to engage in energy-efficient practices.
Read about County efforts promoting and adopting EVs, including how to find a public charger, residential incentives, and resources for those interested in transitioning away from fossil fuel.
Clean Energy in County Government
Sustainable Energy has installed over 5MW of solar on government properties. We've partnered with Prince George's County Public Schools to install its first solar systems. Moreover, Sustainable Energy works with various County agencies and utilities to install public-purpose electric vehicle charging stations on government properties. Click here, Transforming County Government, to learn more about government clean energy projects.
Quick Links
Ask the Energy Coach
Finding a Pepco Service Provider
Finding a Washington Gas Service Provider
Energy Loan Fund
Home Performance Contractor
Sustainable Energy Workforce Development Program