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A program volunteer reviews every request and calls to go through your options, help with the paperwork, and flag anything urgent. If your power is about to be shut off, don't wait for the form: call (443) 222-1221.
While you wait, two things that help: apply for OHEP online if you haven't yet, and if anyone in the home is seriously ill, call your utility and say so. If your service is about to be cut, call us now at (443) 222-1221.
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A utility-approved contractor installs energy-saving items in your home at no charge. Homeowners and renters.
How it worksRebates cover most of it
A professional tune-up of your heating and cooling, paid mostly or entirely by EmPOWER Maryland rebates.
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State energy assistance, past-due balance grants, and the rules that stop a disconnection.
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Subscribe to a share of a local solar farm and a credit appears on your electric bill. Cancel anytime.
How it worksTake action
Ask Maryland's utility regulators for stronger shut-off protections and fairer access to savings.
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