Baltimore Energy Efficiency Programs
Baltimore Energy Initiative
In 2014, former Mayor Stephanie Rawlings-Blake announced the Baltimore Energy Initiative (BEI). BEI was a three year, $52 million dollar program to assist residents and businesses in lowering their energy bills. The Baltimore Energy Initiative worked to expand and streamline existing energy conservation programs, education and outreach, residential energy savings equipment installation, and energy and weatherization assistance. Trees were also planted and cool roofs were installed in targeted neighborhoods, both of which reduce hot summer temperatures. This program helped preserve homeownership, promote economic development, reduce health costs and provide long-term savings, while supporting a strong and growing future for Baltimore.
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Baltimore Energy Challenge
BEC is the City’s energy conservation resource program that teaches residents, businesses, and nonprofits low- to no-cost ways to save energy through grassroots efforts in neighborhoods, businesses and schools. Participants sign a pledge committing to reduce their energy use through changes in behavior. As a thank you, participants receive an energy saving kit including: CFL light bulb, draft stoppers, toilet tank bank, fridge/freezer thermometer, and informational materials. Consistent energy saving behavior, along with these products, has helped communities reduce their energy usage by as much as 13%!
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