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Maryland Contractors Gear Up for Heat Pump Boom: Rebates and Training Fuel Clean Energy Transition
15 Oct
Summary
- Heat pumps outpace gas furnaces nationwide, 54% of Maryland homes to adopt by 2030
- Maryland offers rebates up to $20,000 for heat pump upgrades, plus contractor training
- New clean air standards to phase out fossil fuel heating, driving demand for efficient heat pumps
As of October 2025, Maryland's HVAC contractors are gearing up to meet the surging demand for heat pumps, which have become the most popular heating and cooling technology in the state. According to the latest data, heat pump shipments nationwide have outpaced gas furnaces for the second consecutive year, and 54% of Maryland households are expected to adopt heat pumps by 2030.
To stay ahead of this clean energy transition, Maryland lawmakers have enacted a suite of policies to support heat pump adoption. The state's EmPOWER program now offers generous rebates, with Baltimore Gas and Electric (BGE) providing up to $20,000 for homeowners to upgrade to air source heat pumps. BGE is also training contractors on the latest electrification technologies, equipping them with the skills to guide customers toward efficient, electric heating solutions.
Looking ahead, Maryland's new "healthy air standards" will gradually phase out fossil fuel-powered furnaces and water heaters, further driving demand for heat pumps. Contractors who prepare now by understanding the available incentives and technologies will be well-positioned to capitalize on this booming market and help Maryland households lower their energy bills, breathe cleaner air, and transition to a more sustainable future.
