May 13, 2025
Switching to solar energy is an excellent way to reduce electricity bills, lower your carbon footprint, and increase the value of your property. However, the upfront costs of installing a solar system can be a barrier for many homeowners and businesses. Fortunately, various solar financing options make it easier to go solar without paying the… Read the entire post »
May 5, 2025
Ready to Power Your Business? Discover the Benefits of Commercial Solar in Our New eBook! Are you exploring smarter, more sustainable ways to power your business? We’ve got exciting news! We’re proud to introduce our latest eBook: “Unlocking the Power of Clean Energy for Your Business: A Comprehensive Guide to Commercial Solar.” This essential guide… Read the entire post »
April 1, 2025
As energy costs continue to rise, businesses are increasingly turning to solar power to cut expenses and reduce their carbon footprint. However, the upfront investment in commercial solar can be significant. The good news? There are numerous incentives available to make solar more affordable and maximize your return on investment (ROI). In this guide, we’ll… Read the entire post »
March 10, 2025
Commercial solar energy systems operate through a series of carefully integrated processes that efficiently convert sunlight into usable electricity. Here’s a deeper look at each step on how commercial solar works: Sunlight Absorption Solar panels, typically mounted on rooftops, parking canopies, or ground-mounted arrays, are designed to capture sunlight and convert it into electricity. These… Read the entire post »
January 27, 2025
Solar energy is a fantastic way to power your home sustainably, but like any technology, it can sometimes have issues. Whether you’re dealing with a drop in energy production, an inverter warning light, or physical damage from a storm, it’s important to know what to do when something isn’t right with your solar system. While… Read the entire post »
December 10, 2024
As solar energy continues to gain popularity, homeowners are switching to cleaner, more sustainable power solutions. But choosing the right solar installer is essential for a seamless, efficient installation. At New England Clean Energy, we’ve built our business around delivering customer-centric, transparent, and reliable solar solutions. Here’s a guide on what to look for when… Read the entire post »
September 10, 2024
In the evolving landscape of renewable energy solutions, solar carports and pergolas are emerging as innovative ways to harness solar power while providing practical benefits. Combining the functionality of a carport or pergola with the advantages of solar energy, these structures are gaining traction among homeowners, businesses, and institutions. If you’re curious about what solar… Read the entire post »
May 23, 2024
As we approach 2024, the case for transitioning to commercial solar energy has never been stronger, especially for nonprofits and for-profit businesses. Most people think of cost savings, which is true. But embracing commercial solar power offers that plus a myriad of other benefits that extend well beyond direct dollars and cents. Let’s explore each… Read the entire post »
November 5, 2020
In our last financial blog we covered Power Purchase Agreements aka PPAs. PPAs are a good option for companies looking to install commercial solar panels when they wish to avoid taking out a loan or can’t make use of solar’s Federal Investment Tax Credit or depreciation tax benefit. But there are other options and depending… Read the entire post »
September 23, 2020
A key part of figuring out if solar is right for your business is deciding how you want to pay for it. In fact, it is often the hardest question to answer. That’s because there are a lot of options for financing commercial solar and some are complex and thus confusing. But we aim to… Read the entire post »
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