September 16, 2021
You just had your solar panels installation done and you have panel level electronics. That means you can see the electricity production of every panel. In fact, you can see power at any instant and the accumulated energy over time. But then you wonder, why isn’t each panel producing the same? There are several reasons… Read the entire post »
August 12, 2021
The Biggest Little State of Rhode Island for Solar Too Now that you are familiar with solar incentives in Rhode Island, let’s look at just how affordable solar panel systems are in The Ocean State. Although the cost of solar panels has changed over the years, Rhode Island residents are looking at very reasonable prices… Read the entire post »
July 29, 2021
Completing our review of solar incentives throughout our primary service areas, this month we’re tackling solar incentives in Massachusetts. Between the Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC), net metering, and other state programs Massachusetts has some of the best solar incentives in the country. So not only can you experience the benefits of renewable energy, but… Read the entire post »
July 1, 2021
With the current Presidential Administration in place, Renewable Energy and in particular Solar Energy has been getting a lot of press and attention on television, in the papers, radio, social media and more. Particularly, solar incentives. Regardless of where you are on the political spectrum, it’s a great time to go solar. That’s because solar is… Read the entire post »
June 21, 2021
So: you install solar and you’re on your way to a reduced electricity bill – congrats! That’s a huge step financially and environmentally. But now your electric bill with solar is looking a little bit different and you’re confused. No big deal – there’s just a few things to remember. Solar can reduce or eliminate… Read the entire post »
June 15, 2021
Homeowners installing a solar electric system in Rhode Island have two good choices when it comes to picking a state program to defray the cost: fondly known as “REF” and “REG.” The difference in RI Solar Incentives can be a tad confusing so here’s an explanation and a comparison of the two. REF (Renewable Energy… Read the entire post »
May 18, 2021
According to Energy Price Choice, around 90% of consumers don’t know what rate they pay for their electric usage. If you’re part of that majority, don’t fret. Many utility bills can be complex to read and the rate is not always obvious. Before you go solar it’s important to know how much you’re paying on… Read the entire post »
May 11, 2021
Solar power generation is growing in popularity since the presidential election. And President Biden has indicated that he will be tightening U.S. emission standards to meet global environmental goals. In response, several major automobile companies have moved forward their manufacturing deadlines for electric vehicles (EVs). So today we will explore the role of solar electricity… Read the entire post »
April 20, 2021
Many of our customers choose to install solar paneling because they want to reduce their impact on the environment. That’s one reason we love solar, too! In terms of placement, you may be wondering if you can install solar in the shade. It may actually shock some people when we suggest removing a tree or… Read the entire post »
April 9, 2021
2020 was rough for a lot of folks: abnormal weather, a turbulent presidential election, an economic recession, and–this takes the cake–a global pandemic. But despite the chaos, New England Clean Energy staff doubled down on our solar power efforts to not only help customers save money with solar but also provide them with meaningful service… Read the entire post »
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