Posts by Dan Hazard

Anniversary Gala Luncheon to Support Decarbonization Initiatives for Low-Income Communities. COLLEGE PARK, Md. – The Maryland Clean Energy Center (MCEC) is marking 15 years of creating jobs, driving economic growth, and providing access to innovative clean energy and climate solutions with a special celebration scheduled for December 11, 2024. “At this milestone moment in our history we want…

Homeowners with credit scores as low as 580 can now qualify for energy efficiency loans with 0% interest for 24 months COLLEGE PARK, Md. The Clean Energy Advantage (CEA) Loan Pilot Program, a program of the Maryland Clean Energy Center, has surpassed $3 million in financing, helping Maryland homeowners reduce their energy costs while improving…

COLLEGE PARK, Md. – A delegation of Maryland legislators visited cutting-edge climate tech startups across the state, witnessing firsthand the groundbreaking innovations poised to transform clean energy and drive economic growth. The tour highlighted the state’s commitment to carbon reduction and the advancement of clean energy technology.  “It is incredibly exciting to witness the dedication of Maryland…

MECIP Among Select Few Awarded in Nationwide Initiative, Boosting EV Charging Access in Rural, Urban, and Disadvantaged Communities Across Maryland BALTIMORE, Md. – The Maryland Equitable Charging Infrastructure Partnership (MECIP), led by the Maryland Clean Energy Center, has been awarded an additional $33 million in federal funding to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure across…

COLLEGE PARK, Md. – Celebrating five years of climate innovation, the Maryland Energy Innovation Accelerator (MEIA), a program of the Maryland Clean Energy Center, marked a significant milestone in Maryland’s journey towards a sustainable future. On September 10, 2024, at Johns Hopkins University’s Pava Entrepreneurship Center, MEIA gathered innovators, policymakers, and energy leaders to recognize the…