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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NE Clean Energy News

New England Clean Energy Announces Leadership Transition After 20 Years

Celebrating the people behind New England Clean Energy’s next chapter. After 20 years of helping New England homeowners and businesses make the switch to clean energy, New England Clean Energy is entering an exciting new chapter. In July 2026, Mark Durrenberger, our founder and longtime president, officially retired, passing ownership of the company to a […]

Heat Pumps

Heat Pump vs Oil Heating Cost in New England: Which Saves More?

If you heat your home with oil, you already know how quickly a New England winter can turn into an expensive one. Heating oil prices can fluctuate significantly, leaving homeowners with little control over what their next delivery will cost. That has more homeowners in Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, and Rhode Island considering cold-climate heat […]

Solar Installation

What Happens During a Solar Site Visit?

Going solar starts with understanding your home. Today, solar companies can learn quite a bit about a property before ever stepping foot on-site. Satellite imagery, utility usage, roof data, and other digital tools can help determine whether solar may be a good fit and create a preliminary system design. But there are some things you […]

NE Clean Energy News, Solar Incentives

New England Clean Energy’s Founder Mark Durrenberger Publishes: Before Cutting Solar Credits, Massachusetts Should Do the Math

Massachusetts is considering changes that could affect how homeowners are compensated for the solar energy they generate. In a recently published opinion piece for CommonWealth Beacon, New England Clean Energy Founder Mark Durrenberger explains why this conversation deserves a closer look before any major policy changes are made. Why Rooftop Solar Compensation Matters Decisions about […]

Residential Solar, Solar Benefits

Own More Than One Home? Here’s Why Solar May Make Sense

Owning a second home comes with plenty of advantages—a place to escape for the summer, a vacation property that generates rental income, or a family home that’s been passed down through generations. But it also comes with something less exciting: another utility bill. Whether it’s a lake house in New Hampshire, a coastal property in […]