Maryland Energy | University of Maryland Extension

Updated: March 24, 2022

A Brief Guide to On-Farm Solar (FS-1187)

Authors: Drew Schiavone

The purpose of this report is to provide farmers with important information regarding the development of on-farm solar PV systems. We explore the opportunities, motivations, and benefits of installing solar PV for your home, farm or business. Author: Drew Schiavone, Title: A Brief Guide to On-Farm Solar (FS-1187)

Updated: May 27, 2021

Wood Energy in Maryland: webinars & workshops

Wood and biomass energy has the potential for both residential and commercial uses in Maryland.

Updated: May 24, 2021

MD Clean Burning Wood Stove Grant Program

Maryland Energy Administration (MEA) provides grants for clean burning wood stoves that displace electric or non-natural gas fossil fuel heating systems or old woodstoves.

Updated: January 19, 2021

Solar Arrays & Maryland’s Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity (CPCN) Application Process

Authors: Margaret Todd

Solar arrays are becoming an increasingly familiar sight all over Maryland. In 2017, for the first time, solar power in Maryland exceeded the combined electricity generation from both biomass and wind power. Agricultural landowners often decide to install solar panels to off-set their personal and business electricity usage. Solar developers also approach agricultural landowners about leasing farmland to install utility-scale solar energy generating stations (SEGS).