Moderate Income Offering Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Moderate Income

How do I qualify for the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR Moderate Income Offering?

Customers who are interested in participating can apply here. Participation will be dependent on income verification.

What if my income is above the maximum eligible household income for the Moderate Income Offering?

You can still schedule a home energy assessment through the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program and receive up to $10,000 in rebates for eligible home upgrades. You may also qualify for low-interest financing (0% interest for 24 months).

What if my income is below the minimum eligible household income?

If your income is below the minimum household income allowed by the Home Performance Moderate Income Offering, you may qualify for income eligible programs through the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development. Learn more by visiting dhcd.maryland.gov/Residents/Pages/lieep or calling 1-855-583-8976.

EmPOWER Maryland programs are funded by a charge on your energy bill. EmPOWER programs can help you reduce your energy consumption and save you money. To learn more about EmPOWER and how you can participate, click here.

The EmPOWER Maryland charge funds programs that can help you reduce your energy consumption and greenhouse gas emissions and save you money. Since the inception of the EmPOWER Maryland program in 2008, the programs have saved $14.5 billion on installed measures at a cost of $4.1 billion. In addition to new program costs, this charge includes paying off the uncollected costs that were accrued over time by programs required by the EmPOWER statute and authorized by the Commission. In accordance with House Bill 864 the uncollected amounts will be fully paid by the end of 2032.