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Maryland Community Solar
What is Maryland Community Solar?
Community solar in Maryland is a subscription-based service that enables Delmarva Power, Potomac Edison, and Baltimore Gas and Electric customers, residents and businesses alike, to tap into clean, renewable energy. Maryland community solar programs leverage local, large-scale solar arrays sited throughout the state, which generate clean energy for the local power grid. Maryland residents who subscribe to these solar farms see annual electricity cost savings on their electricity bills, while the grid is supported by an influx of clean, renewable energy.
How does community solar work in Maryland?
Nexamp currently has community solar projects in the Delmarva Power, Potomac Edison, and Baltimore Gas and Electric utility service territories. Residents who get their power from these utilities can subscribe to a Nexamp community solar farm and save 10% annually on their electricity costs without changing electricity providers. Income-eligible households may qualify for a higher discount of 15%. Get in touch to see if you qualify!
Here’s the step-by-step breakdown of how it works!
Sign up to claim your spot
Provide some basic information and your utility account details.
Get assigned to a farm
As soon as a spot opens up, we’ll add you to a farm. We’ll subscribe you to the right amount of solar shares based on your electricity needs.
Save on electricity costs
You’ll get a discount on your utility bill in the form of credits. Pay Nexamp for these credits at a discount, helping you save.
Community solar vs. rooftop solar in Maryland
When considering which solar solution might be right for you, it's important to understand the differences between community solar and rooftop solar. The table below breaks down the key differences between these two options.
| Nexamp Community Solar | Maryland Rooftop Solar | |
| Upfront cost | No upfront cost | High upfront cost |
| Cost savings | Lower long-term savings | Higher long-term savings |
| Maintenance | No maintenance required; farms are maintained by Nexamp | Homeowner is responsible for all maintenance |
| Accessibility | Available to renters and homeowners | Available only to homeowners with a suitable roof |
| Tax incentives | Subscribers are not eligible for solar tax incentives | Tax incentives are available |
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Property value impact |
No impact on property value for subscribers | Can help increase property value |
Who can sign up for community solar in Maryland?
Homeowners
Renters
Income eligible households
Businesses
Schools and universities
Hospitals
Religious Organizations
Municipalities
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Why Nexamp?
Nexamp Community Solar doesn’t require a credit check to enroll, there are no upfront costs, and there is no fee to cancel. We make it easy for homeowners, renters, small businesses, and others to participate in our Community Solar program and save 10% on their annual electricity costs.
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FAQs: Community Solar in Maryland
What is the history of community solar and community solar legislation in Maryland?
Maryland launched its three-year community solar pilot program in 2017 to expand access to solar energy through virtual net metering. The program prioritized equitable access by reserving a portion of capacity for income-eligible subscribers. After multiple extensions, the state permanently established the program in 2023 with the passage of HB0908, removing the capacity cap and requiring that at least 40% of each project’s output serve income-eligible customers.
What is the structure of Maryland community solar?
Maryland’s community solar program allows utility customers to subscribe to a portion of a solar farm and receive virtual net metering credits on their electricity bill for the energy their share produces. The program includes both traditional community solar projects and those dedicated to serving income-eligible households, ensuring broader access to clean energy. Community solar subscribers continue to receive electricity from the grid, but their credits reduce the amount they owe on their utility bill.
How has Maryland community solar been growing?
Maryland’s community solar program has seen steady growth since its launch, driven by strong demand from both customers and developers. Its virtual net metering structure and income-eligible carve-outs have made it especially accessible for renters and households unable to install rooftop solar. In 2023, Maryland officially transitioned the program from pilot to permanent status with the passage of HB0908, marking a major step forward in scaling access to clean energy across the state.