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As homes become more electric—think heat pumps, EVs, and work-from-home life—many homeowners find their original solar system no longer covers as much of their electricity use as it once did. A natural question follows: Can I just add more solar panels to what I already have? Sometimes the answer is yes—but very often, it’s more […]

If you’ve been researching solar lately, you may have noticed a wave of new terminology. What used to be called a solar lease or power purchase agreement (PPA) is now sometimes marketed as subscription solar, third-party ownership (TPO), or something else entirely. So what’s actually changed? In most cases, the name—not the structure. This article […]

When homeowners explore going solar, one of the first decisions they face is how to pay for it. While many people assume solar automatically means owning panels on their roof, a large portion of the market is built around third-party ownership models—typically solar leases or power purchase agreements (PPAs). On the surface, these options can […]

For years, the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) played a major role in driving solar adoption. It helped lower upfront costs, accelerated payback timelines, and made clean energy more accessible for homeowners across New England. So when people hear “the ITC is gone,” the next question is often: Is solar worth it without the ITC?  […]

Installing a solar energy system is a big milestone—but at New England Clean Energy, it’s not the end of the journey. In many ways, it’s just the beginning. From the moment your system is turned on, our focus shifts to making sure it performs as expected, integrates smoothly with your home, and continues delivering value […]