Powering New England with Knowledge

Here you’ll find expert articles on solar power, home energy efficiency, clean energy trends, and practical tips to help New England homeowners lower energy costs, reduce their carbon footprint, and make smarter energy decisions. From navigating solar incentives to comparing technology options, our posts are designed to educate and empower you on your clean energy journey.

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Heat Pumps

What Is the Mass Save HEAT Loan—and How Does It Work?

If you’re thinking about upgrading your home with a high-efficiency heat pump, insulation, or other energy improvements, you may have heard about the Mass Save HEAT Loan. It’s one of the most valuable—but often misunderstood—financing options available to Massachusetts homeowners. Here’s what the HEAT Loan is, how it works, and when it makes sense for […]

Heat Pumps, NE Clean Energy News

Now Scheduling Heat Pump Consultations in New England

As homeowners across the region look for more efficient ways to heat and cool their homes, heat pumps have quickly become one of the most talked-about energy upgrades. At New England Clean Energy, we’re excited to announce that we are officially scheduling consultations for residential heat pump installations in Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New Hampshire, and […]

Residential Solar, Solar Installation

Can You Add More Solar Panels to an Existing System? Here’s What to Know

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 […]

Solar Financing

Solar Lease vs PPA vs Subscription Solar: What’s the Real Difference?

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 […]

Solar Benefits

Trials and Tribulations of Third-Party Solar Ownership

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 […]