Category Archives: Solar Benefits

Curious about the benefits of solar energy? We have exciting news for you! New England Clean Energy is thrilled to announce the release of our latest ebook: “Solar Energy: A Sustainable Future.” This ebook explores the significant advantages of solar energy and demonstrates its vital contribution to sustainability. Inside, you’ll find inspiring case studies of successful…  Read the entire post »

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 »

The installation of solar panels is growing in popularity among homeowners who want to reduce their carbon footprint and save on energy bills. Beyond the environmental and financial benefits, many potential homeowners ask: does solar increase home value? The short answer is yes! Let’s explore how solar panels can become a valuable asset to your…  Read the entire post »

In recent years, the integration of batteries into solar energy systems has revolutionized the way we think about renewable energy. Batteries, once primarily associated with powering small devices, are now playing a crucial role in storing solar energy for homes, businesses, and even entire communities. In this blog post, we will explore the numerous benefits…  Read the entire post »

Solar power technology is gaining momentum worldwide, with both homeowners and businesses seeking ways to reduce their dependence on conventional energy sources and minimize their carbon footprint. One way to make this possible is by installing solar panels. However, adding solar batteries with a new system or even to an existing system is becoming increasingly…  Read the entire post »

Battery Fires: Why Are UL5940A and UL5940 Important? Batteries are a critical component of our move to a clean energy economy. Typically called Energy Storage Systems (or ESS) or BESS (Battery Energy Storage Systems), such systems are used to store solar power produced during the day so that it can be used overnight or on…  Read the entire post »

As the mercury dips and snowflakes begin their silent descent, a common question looms in the air: does solar work in the winter if there’s snow on the solar panels? It’s a concern for anyone considering the leap to solar, especially in regions like New England where the winter months bring shorter days and snowy…  Read the entire post »

Change is hard.  Abandoning a way of life is difficult and we would be lying to claim that everyone at NE Clean Energy commutes to work with an EV. However, we believe in taking the first step to at least challenge your perception of the accessibility of an EV and how much converting would be…  Read the entire post »

I’m often asked by my solar customers if their solar system will generate enough electricity for them to convert from a fossil-fuel-based heating system to an electricity-based heating system. As it turns out, this is not a difficult question to answer. It does however, require some knowledge about how much fossil fuel you use for…  Read the entire post »

In 2020, we experienced not just a global pandemic but also devastating forest fires, hurricanes, floods, and heatwaves here at home. As a result of the record-breaking natural disasters in 2020, more people are realizing that (1) the climate is changing rapidly and (2) humans can play a role in managing it. Now, what does…  Read the entire post »