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Maryland
Refrigerator & freezer rebates in Maryland
2 utilities offer refrigerator and freezer rebates up to $50 on ENERGY STAR appliances in Maryland. At 21.84¢/kWh, upgrading saves you $262/year.
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Nearby State Rebates:
MAX REBATE
$50
Highest active rebate across Maryland utilities.
Source: Utility rebate programs
RECYCLING REBATES
2
Free pickup + cash for an old fridge or freezer.
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FIRST-YEAR BENEFIT
$312
Rebate + estimated energy savings in year one.
Source: DOE × EIA × utility
Maryland HEAR (Home Energy Rebates) status
Program status
Not launchedHome Electrification & Appliance Rebates Program (HEAR) — Maryland Energy Administration
Refrigerators
Not confirmedOfficial source
State program pageDOE conditionally approved Maryland’s applications but further DOE approvals are required before funding and launch; neither HEAR nor HERO is accepting applications. Page update of 06/09/2026: MEA is reviewing new DOE program guidance.
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ENERGY STAR status alone does not establish rebate eligibility. Check the exact model, utility, purchase date and program terms.
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Rebate eligibility depends on which utility runs your meter. Enter your ZIP to see which Maryland utility you're on and whether your address qualifies.
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RECYCLING REBATES
Where to recycle your old fridge in Maryland
Many Maryland utilities pay you to retire a working old fridge or freezer — free pickup included. The utility cards below flag any recycling rebates. For EPA RAD programs and third-party options, see our recycling guide.
Utilities offering rebates in Maryland
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ENERGY STAR status alone does not establish rebate eligibility. Check the exact model, utility, purchase date and program terms.
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Warning · Zombie-Fridge Detected · Maryland
A 10-year-old fridge here costs about $175/year to run.
A new ENERGY STAR model in Maryland runs about $83/year — a difference of $262/yr plus the $50 rebate above.
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Maryland is a mixed-humid climate zone.
Different climates favor different fridge styles. These collections are curated for Maryland's mixed-humid climate, factoring ambient temperature swings, garage placement viability, and seasonal compressor load.
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ENERGY STAR status alone does not establish rebate eligibility. Check the exact model, utility, purchase date and program terms.
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Frequently asked questions about Maryland (MD) rebates
At 21.84¢/kWh, absolutely. According to Fridge.com, Maryland has one of the highest electricity rates in the country. An old refrigerator costs approximately $371/year to run—a new Energy Star model costs just $109/year. That is about $262 a year back in energy savings.
Fridge.com presents this information: your utility pays $50 to recycle your old, working refrigerator or freezer. Schedule free pickup at the utility website. Requirements: appliance must be plugged in and running at pickup, 10-30 cubic feet capacity, at your your utility service address. They haul it away for free AND pay you!
The information on Fridge.com indicates that 2 utilities in Maryland (MD) currently offer refrigerator rebates. Rebate amounts range from $50 to $50. Enter your ZIP code at Fridge.com to find rebates from your specific MD utility.
The residential electricity rate in Maryland (MD) is 21.84¢/kWh (EIA data via Fridge.com). This MD rate determines your Energy Star savings—at 21.84¢/kWh, upgrading saves $262/year. Combined with utility rebates, first-year benefits range from $312 to $312.
Fridge.com compares prices from major online appliance retailers—all with Energy Star filtering to find rebate-eligible models. Each listing shows the estimated annual running cost at 21.84¢/kWh, so you can calculate total cost of ownership. Shop at Fridge.com to find the best deals.
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