The Annual Solar Tour of Homes is organized by a staff of dedicated volunteers to educate the public on the positive aspects of solar energy and sustainable design.
This year we have 46 solar and green homes on tour. Homes are open from 11:00 am to 5:00 pm, October 4 and 5. Plan your trip in advance with our handy centerfold maps. As you tour the homes, consider energy improvements to your own home.
The self-guided tour of solar and green homes is always held on the first weekend in October. The 2014 tour booklet is available for FREE download here. The booklet contains maps, directions to each home as well as informative articles.
Save your printer’s ink! The full-color printed tour booklet will be available after August 20, 2014 for only $5 at these locations:
Beans & Bagels
49 East Patrick St.
Frederick, MD
Trail House
17 S. Market St.
Frederick, MD
Main Cup
14 W. Main St.
Middletown, MD
Common Market
5728 Buckeystown Pike
Frederick, MD
MOM’s Organic Market – Frederick, MD
5273 Buckeystown Pike, Frederick, MD
MOM’s Organic Market – Jessup, MD
7351 Assateague Dr. # 190, Jessup, MD
MOM’s Organic Market – Bowie, MD
6824 Race Track Rd., Bowie, MD
The 2014 tour will highlight a variety of design, technology and sustainable living concepts being used in homes throughout Maryland.
Most homes and buildings on the tour contain a combination of renewable energy and energy conservation features. Some highlights include:
- Photovoltaic (pv) systems
- Solar hot water systems
- Geothermal systems
- Strawbale construction
- Wind power turbines
- Green roof and water conservation
- Energy-efficient appliances and lighting
- Energy-saving building construction techniques
Many homeowners also practice additional conservation measures, such as composting, native plantings, water gardens and drive fuel-efficient or alternative energy vehicles.
Additional homes located in MD, VA and DC can be viewed on our Sister Solar Tour, the Annual Washington, D.C. Tour of Solar Homes & Buildings.
How to Show Your Home on the 2015 Tour
To include your home on the tour, please use the “Contact” form on this website to submit your request before May 1, 2015.
Solar Tour Advertising and Sponsorships
For sponsorship and advertising in the 2015 Maryland or Washington DC Metropolitan area Tour of Homes, please use the “Contact” form on this website to submit your request. The deadline for Ad submissions is June 1, 2015.
- Click here for the 2014 advertising/sponsorships price list.
- Maryland guide artwork sizes (width x height)
Full-page ad: 5 in. x 8 in.
Half-page ad: 5 in. x 4 in.
Quarter-page ad: 2.5 in. x 4 in.
Business card sized ad: 2.5 in. x 1.5 in.
- Washington DC Metro guide artwork sizes here
About Us
The Annual Tour of Solar and Green Homes is organized by a staff of dedicated volunteers to educate the public on the positive aspects of Solar Energy. We are a not for profit 501 (c)(3) organization interested in promoting sustainability and renewable energy.