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New Hampshire opportunities for careers in clean energy and the energy efficiency industries. CAREERS IN ENERGY Come for the mission, stay for the team. CENH OPPORTUNIES Clean Energy NH (CENH) is working to advance a clean energy economy for all of New Hampshire. We deliver policy and technical expertise to empower businesses, municipalities, and policymakers to make informed energy decisions to lower costs, improve sustainability, and realize the other benefits of New Hampshire-based energy solutions. CENH has played a leading role in crafting and defending key policies in support of the transition to a clean energy economy and serves as a key liaison to local decision-makers who are seeking to reduce their energy spending and achieve their clean energy goals. We do not have any open opportunities at this time. Working in the renewable energy and energy efficiency industry, professionals can take pride in their work knowing that it is for everyone’s benefit. Working on clean, renewable energy sources is better for our state's economy, environment, public health and preserving our natural resources. This industry helps to make a tangible, positive impact. FEATURED POSITIONS ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES Apply to DIG Energy Apply to Freedom Energy Logistics Apply to Hitchiner Apply to NH Electric Coop Apply to Unitil Apply to CDFA Apply to CPCNH

MUNICIPAL MEMBERS Across New Hampshire, our municipal members are leading the transition to the clean energy economy. ATKINSON Local Energy Group: Atkinson Energy Commission Count y: Rockingham BARRINGTON Local Energy Group: Barrington Energy Committee County: Strafford BEDFORD Local Energy Group: Bedf ord Energy Commission County: Hillsborough BERLIN County: Coos BETHLEHEM Local Energy Group: Bethlehem Energy Committee County: Grafton BOSCAWEN Local Energy Group: Boscawen Energy Committee County: Merrimack Fun Fact: Local Hydropower CANTERBURY Local Energy Group: Canterbury Energy Committee County: Merrimack CARROLL Local Energy Group: Carroll Energy Commission County: Coos CENTER HARBOR Local Energy Group: Center Harbor Energy Committee County: Belknap CHESHIRE COUNTY Local Energy Group: Cheshire Energy Commission County: Cheshire CLAREMONT Local Energy Group: Claremont Energy Advisory Committee County: Sullivan Fun Fact: Local Hydropower DALTON County: Rockingham DERRY Local Energy Group: Net Zero Task Force County: Rockingham DOVER Local Energy Group: Dover Energy Commission County: Strafford DUBLIN Local Energy Group: Dublin Energy Committee County: Cheshire County DURHAM Local Energy Group: Durham Energy Committee County: Strafford Fun Fact: 640kw, 2100 panel municipal solar array ENFIELD Local Energy Group: E nfield Energy Committee County: Grafton EXETER Local Energy Group: Exeter Energy Committee County: Rockingham FRANCONIA Local Energy Group: Franconia Energy Commission County: Grafton GORHAM County: Coos GRANTHAM Local Energy Group: Grantham Energy Committee County: Sullivan GREENLAND Local Energy Group: Greenland Energy Committee County: Rockingham HANOVER Local Energy Group: Sustainable Hanover Committee County: Grafton Fun Fact: First community to commit to 100% renewable energy HINSDALE County: Cheshire HOPKINTON Local Energy Group: Hopkinton Energy Committee County: Merrimack HUDSON County: Hillsborough JAFFREY Local Energy Group: Jaffrey Energy Committee County: Cheshire KEENE Local Energy Group: Energy and Climate Committee County: Cheshire KENSINGTON Local Energy Group: Kensington Energy Committee County: Rockingham LEBANON Local Energy Group: Lebanon Energy Advisory Committee County: Grafton LEE Local Energy Group: Lee Energy Committee County: Strafford LOUDON Local Energy Group: Alternative Energy Committee County: Merrimack LYME Local Energy Group: Lyme Energy Committee County: Grafton MARLBOROUGH Local Energy Group: Marlborough Energy Committee County: Cheshire MASON Local Energy Group: Mason Energy Commission County: Hillsborough MEREDITH Local Energy Group: Meredith Energy Committee County: Belknap NASHUA Local Energy Group: Environment & Energy Committee County: Hillsborough NELSON County: Cheshire NEWMARKET Local Energy Group: Energy & Environment Advisory Committee County: Rockingham NORTHWOOD Local Energy Group: Northwood Energy Committee County: Rockingham PEMBROKE Local Energy Group: Pembroke Energy Committee County: Merrimack PLYMOUTH Local Energy Group: Energy Commission County: Grafton PORTSMOUTH Local Energy Group: Portsmouth Energy Advisory Committee County: Rockingham ROLLINSFORD Local Energy Group: Rollinsford Energy Commission County: Strafford RYE Local Energy Group: Rye Energy Committee County: Rockingham SANDWICH Local Energy Group: Sandwich Energy Committee C ounty: Carroll SHELBURNE Local Energy Group: Shelburne Energy Committee County: Coos STRATHAM Local Energy Group: Stratham Energy Commission County: Rockingham SULLIVAN COUNTY Local Energy Group: Sullivan County Energy Committee County: Sullivan SWANZEY Local Energy Group: Swanzey Energy Commission County: Cheshire TAMWORTH Local Energy Group: Tamworth Energy Committee County: Carroll WARNER Local Energy Group: Warner Energy/ Solar Committee County: Merrimack WASHINGTON Local Energy Group: Washington Energy Committee County: Sullivan WEARE Local Energy Group: Weare Energy Committee County: Hillsborough WHITEFIELD County: Coos WOLFEBORO Local Energy Group: Wolfeboro Energy Committee County: Carroll WINDHAM Local Energy Group: Windham Energy Committee County: Rockingham

New Hampshire’s leading clean energy advocate. We're dedicated to supporting policies and programs that strengthen our state’s economy, protect public health, and conserve natural resources. LEADING THE CHARGE FOR A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE IN NEW HAMPSHIRE Educating concerned residents, organizations, and community leaders. Advocating for New Hampshire's clean energy transition. EXPLORE : COMMUNITY RESOURCES VISIT RESOURCES DRIVING A CLEAN ENERGY FUTURE Working toward a clean energy future here in New Hampshire is a big responsibility, and far too large for one person or organization to tackle alone. So we've built a coalition of clean energy champions, made up of local communities and residents, elected officials and leaders, and organizations committed to a more sustainable future, who are on the front line building a cleaner, greener future right here in the Granite State. BUILDING ENERGY POLICY CONSENSUS To make the successful transition to clean energy, we need structural solutions. The best way to do that is to work with our local elected officials, because they have the power to make New Hampshire a leader in responsibly developed clean energy policy. And as a watchdog at the state agency that regulates essential utility services, the legislature, and around the state, Clean Energy NH has been critical in creating and defending the state's foundational policies that encourage developing an educated workforce, renewable energy, and energy efficiency. BECOME PART OF NEW HAMPSHIRE'S LEADING CLEAN ENERGY COALITION "Energy is a complicated issue. Clean Energy NH is doing an amazing job trying to educate everybody - from legislators in Concord to municipalities, homeowners associations, and our cities and towns. And I think the only way that this is going to be successful is if we're all working on this as a group, as a team, and working on it together. Clean Energy NH pulls everybody together and really does look at this as a system. I'm proud to support Clean Energy NH." - Steve Walker, Evari WILL YOU HELP US MAKE THE CLEAN ENERGY TRANSITION? SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER Never miss the latest news, action alerts, recommended reading, events, and more. SUBSCRIBE JOIN US AT AN UPCOMING EVENT 2026 Legislative Crossover Briefing Apr 10, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM via Zoom Register Energy Storage Solutions: Reducing Costs, Boosting Resilience Apr 14, 2026, 4:30 PM – 6:30 PM The Hotel Concord, 11 S Main St, Concord, NH 03301, USA Register C-PACER Myth Busting for NH Municipalities Apr 23, 2026, 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM via Zoom Register 2026 Local Energy Solutions (LES) Conference Nov 12, 2026, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Downtown, 700 Elm St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA Learn more BECOME A MEMBER Show your support by becoming a member and joining us in the fight to build a cleaner, greener Granite State! JOIN OUR COALITION EXPLORE CLEAN ENERGY INSIGHTS & UPDATES Guest Blog: Bridging the Gap Between Community Solar and Public Housing Authorities Chad M. Whittaker, J.D. is the founder of Pure Source Consulting , specializing in community solar procurement and public housing authority engagement across the Northeast. Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) play a critical role in supporting low-income communities across the United States. Through direct property ownership and administration of programs such as Housing Choice Vouchers and Section 8, PHAs collectively serve millions of households, including the elderly, indivi Clean Energy NH 1 day ago 4 min read A Smarter Kind of Library: How Barrington Built for Efficiency and the Future Tucked away in Barrington New Hampshire, the Barrington Public Library is many things: a place to read, learn, and attend community events. What’s easy to miss, though, is that the building itself is doing a lot of work behind the scenes, using far less energy than a typical public building and saving the town money year after year. As far back as the early 2000s, it was already clear that Barrington’s former library space was too small for a town growing toward 9,000–10,000 Clean Energy NH 1 day ago 4 min read Honoring the Earth: How the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum Powered Its Future With Clean Energy The completed 128-panel solar array on the museum rooftop Written by Andrew Bullock, Executive Director at the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum At the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum (MKIM) in Warner, NH, everything we do is rooted in a deep respect for the natural world. For more than 35 years, our museum has invited visitors to explore 20,000 years of ongoing Native expression — from breathtaking beadwork and baskets to wooded trails and a living arboretum. Central to Native Americ Clean Energy NH Mar 4 4 min read Clean Energy Leader business members are industry leaders committed to transforming New Hampshire's energy future. CLEAN ENERGY BUSINESS LEADERS WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS!

Chad M. Whittaker, J.D. is the founder of Pure Source Consulting , specializing in community solar procurement and public housing authority engagement across the Northeast. Public Housing Authorities (PHAs) play a critical role in supporting low-income communities across the United States. Through direct property ownership and administration of programs such as Housing Choice Vouchers and Section 8, PHAs collectively serve millions of households, including the elderly, individuals with disabilities, and families earning below area median income. As community solar programs expand across the Northeast, many states have prioritized or incentivized the inclusion of low-to-moderate income (LMI) participants. On paper, PHAs appear to be ideal partners—offering scale, stability, and alignment with program goals. In practice, however, engaging PHAs in community solar has proven to be more complex than many developers initially expected. While many developers attempt to engage PHAs through direct outreach or informal discussions, these approaches rarely result in executed agreements. Participation in this segment of the market typically requires a formal, compliant procurement process that allows housing authorities to evaluate providers in a transparent and structured manner. In New Hampshire, this dynamic is currently playing out as public housing authorities begin to more actively evaluate community solar through structured procurement processes. Why PHAs Are Difficult to Onboard Community solar providers often encounter several structural challenges when working with PHAs: Administrative Constraints PHA leadership teams frequently operate with limited staff while managing multiple programs and compliance requirements. Energy procurement is rarely their sole focus. Governance Structure Even when executive staff support a project, final approval typically rests with a Board of Commissioners, adding additional layers to decision-making. Federal Oversight and Compliance Many PHAs receive funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), requiring adherence to federal procurement standards, including the HUD Procurement Handbook and applicable federal regulations. These requirements can significantly influence how agreements are structured and awarded. Procurement as the Pathway to Participation For community solar providers seeking to work with public housing authorities, procurement is not a procedural step-it is the pathway to participation. Unlike traditional commercial subscribers, PHAs must follow formal procurement processes to evaluate and award contracts. Without a structured and compliant framework, even well-qualified providers may never reach the point of contract consideration. Effective procurement processes can: Provide transparency and confidence to Boards and executive staff  Ensure compliance with HUD and applicable regulations  Allow for meaningful comparison between developer proposals  Align project terms with both financial and operational goals of the PHA  In New Hampshire, housing authorities exploring community solar are using formal RFP processes to evaluate qualified providers in a compliant and transparent manner. As a result, successful participation in this segment of the market often depends on a clear understanding of public-sector procurement requirements and how they apply specifically to community solar agreements. Aligning Community Solar with PHA Objectives Beyond procurement, successful engagement also depends on understanding how community solar interacts with broader PHA priorities. For example: Subscription agreements may influence operating budgets and utility expenses  Participation can intersect with existing initiatives such as Energy Performance Contracts  Certain program structures can influence how federal operating support is calculated, in some cases improving overall financial outcomes for the housing authority beyond direct utility cost savings when properly aligned  By addressing these considerations early, community solar providers can better align their offerings with the needs and constraints of PHAs. A Current Example in New Hampshire In New Hampshire, the Manchester Housing & Redevelopment Authority (MHRA)—the largest public housing authority in Northern New England—is currently issuing a community solar-focused RFP as part of its evaluation process. Serving more than 2,000 households through its housing programs, MHRA represents the type of scale and stability that many community solar projects seek, while also reflecting the administrative and regulatory considerations unique to public-sector entities. By utilizing a structured RFP process, MHRA is working to ensure that any selected partners can meet both the operational needs of the authority and the compliance requirements associated with federally supported housing programs. Opportunities of this nature are time-sensitive and require alignment with procurement timelines established by the authority. Closing the Gap As more housing authorities pursue community solar opportunities, one of the most important determinants of success is whether the procurement process is structured in a way that aligns with both the authority’s operational needs and its compliance obligations. Community solar presents a significant opportunity for PHAs and the low-to-moderate income communities they serve, but successful participation requires more than developer interest. It requires a process that allows housing authorities to evaluate proposals clearly, compare providers fairly, and move forward with confidence under the procurement standards that already govern them. That is where Pure Source Consulting comes in. Pure Source was established specifically to help public housing authorities navigate community solar procurement at a high level. By operating at the intersection of community solar, public housing, and HUD compliance, Pure Source supports PHAs through the full community solar RFP process—from education and strategy to RFP development, proposal evaluation, and contract execution. This work is designed to help ensure that community solar RFPs are not only issued, but successful: structured to attract qualified providers, aligned with the authority’s objectives, and positioned to deliver meaningful value to the housing authority and the communities it serves. As interest in community solar continues to expand, the quality of the procurement process will play a major role in determining which opportunities actually result in executed agreements. For housing authorities seeking to participate effectively, and for providers seeking to engage them successfully, that process matters.

Tucked away in Barrington New Hampshire, the Barrington Public Library is many things: a place to read, learn, and attend community events. What’s easy to miss, though, is that the building itself is doing a lot of work behind the scenes, using far less energy than a typical public building and saving the town money year after year. As far back as the early 2000s, it was already clear that Barrington’s former library space was too small for a town growing toward 9,000–10,000 residents. Professional assessments and visits to other libraries across New Hampshire, Maine, and Massachusetts consistently reached the same conclusion: the existing building could not support the evolving role libraries were being asked to play. At the same time, there was a long-standing and understandable concern among some residents that a new library wasn’t necessary. From that perspective, what Barrington already had felt “good enough.” The Library's solar panels soaking in the sun For members of the Barrington Library Foundation , this became one of the most important challenges of the project—not overcoming opposition, but engaging with it thoughtfully. Rather than dismissing concerns, Foundation members made a deliberate effort to seek them out, listen carefully, and respond respectfully, including on social media. The goal was to acknowledge those perspectives while also sharing a broader vision for a library that could serve the entire community, both now and in the decades ahead.“We knew we had to bring people along with us,” says Roger Gingrich, a retired physician who moved to Barrington in 2012 and became involved with the Foundation. “That meant making sure people felt heard and understood at every step.” That emphasis on communication shaped the entire process. Community members, volunteers, town agencies, and multiple committees were involved throughout, with regular updates and open channels for feedback. Having a community member who was serving as the library trustee chair and had previously served as a Select Board member proved especially valuable, helping navigate town processes and keep communication clear and coordinated. For Cindy Hoisington, a member of the Barrington Library Foundation, energy efficiency has long been part of everyday life. After moving to Barrington in 2001, she worked with New Hampshire Saves to retrofit her 1978 Cape-style home, gaining firsthand experience with how efficiency upgrades can improve comfort and reduce costs. Cindy brought that experience with her to the library.  “When the town was able to purchase a former medical building and convert it into a library, we saw a real opportunity,” Cindy explains. “We could create a space that worked better for the community and cost less to operate over time.” The goal wasn’t just to create a new community space, but to build an efficient, well-performing building. Utilizing the cherry wood from the previous businesses' door, builders fashioned the bookshelves, windowsills, and other furniture out of the wood, while other functional material, such as the cabinetry, was donated to a nonprofit to reduce waste during the renovation.  Layout of the Library's Rooftop Solar Roger Gingrich and his wife moved from Iowa where they lived in an all-electric home with a geothermal HVAC system. Once in Barrington, they built a 5-star energy certified, all-electric home with a solar powered geothermal HVAC system. Roger, seeing the need for a new town library, joined the effort through the Barrington Library Foundation. A lifelong learner with a strong personal commitment to sustainability, he saw the project as a chance to connect education with practical action. “The library is already about learning,” he explains. “It made sense for the building itself to reflect those values.” Community feedback reinforced that idea. Listening sessions, surveys, and social media made it clear that residents strongly supported sustainability and solar to be part of the plan. Working with SMP Architects and Bauen Corporation , the Building Committee focused on both energy production and energy conservation from the start. How Air-Source Heat Pumps Work (Source: MA Clean Energy Center) The result is an all-electric library that relies on air-source heat pumps for heating and cooling, an energy recovery system that captures about 70% of the heat or cooling from outgoing air, a variable refrigerant flow system, and high levels of insulation and air sealing. LED lighting is used throughout the building and parking areas, reducing electricity use and maintenance needs. Solar plays a major role as well. The library’s rooftop and ground-mounted arrays—147 panels total—produce an estimated 74,000 kilowatt-hours of electricity each year. In August, solar generation covered roughly 90% of the building’s electricity use, with only a small amount drawn from the grid. These choices add up to significant savings. The projected energy utilization per square foot will be about 30, which is well under the oft-sighted 70 benchmark value for a public library. Energy costs over the library’s first year of operation are currently being monitored.  The Library's solar is ready for action Now that the building is complete, the Foundation is thinking about what comes next. Rather than stepping back, members are exploring how the library can continue to serve as a practical example for the community; sharing what worked, hosting conversations about efficiency, and building long-term support for the library through an endowment. The Barrington Public Library shows that energy-efficient buildings don’t have to be flashy or complicated. With thoughtful planning and community input, they can be comfortable, affordable to operate, and well suited to the role they serve.

The completed 128-panel solar array on the museum rooftop Written by Andrew Bullock, Executive Director at the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum At the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum (MKIM) in Warner, NH, everything we do is rooted in a deep respect for the natural world. For more than 35 years, our museum has invited visitors to explore 20,000 years of ongoing Native expression — from breathtaking beadwork and baskets to wooded trails and a living arboretum. Central to Native American philosophy is the concept of “treading lightly on the Earth,” a principle that has guided indigenous peoples across generations. That same principle guided us through one of the most ambitious undertakings in our museum’s history: a comprehensive clean energy transformation that is now complete — and has exceeded our hopes. A Four-Part Project Built for the Future Our $302,000 energy project was a carefully planned, four-component effort designed to move MKIM toward energy self-sufficiency and long-term financial resilience. 1. A Professional Energy Audit.  We partnered with SEEDS, a professional energy auditing firm, to conduct a thorough Level II Energy Audit of our facility, funded in part by a grant from the Community Development Finance Authority (CDFA). The audit gave us a complete picture of our energy use through thermographic imaging, heat load calculations, and a detailed cost-benefit analysis — serving as the master planning document for everything that followed. 2. Energy Efficiency Improvements.  Based on the audit’s findings, we implemented targeted efficiency measures — tightening the building envelope and improving insulation to maximize the performance of our new systems. 3. A 51 kW Solar Array.  Our museum building has a large, completely unobstructed south-facing roof — an ideal canvas for solar. We installed a 120-panel, 51 kW photovoltaic system that now generates approximately 60,000 kWh (60 megawatt-hours) of electricity per year, far exceeding our annual consumption of about 40,000 kWh (which now includes electric heating). On a typical sunny day, we produce more than 300 kWh — and we were even treated to a front-row seat during the April 2024 solar eclipse, when our production monitor showed output drop to nearly zero as the moon’s shadow passed over Warner! The solar production monitor shows a dramatic decrease in production during the partial eclipse in April 2024. 4. Replacing Oil Furnaces with Air-Source Heat Pumps.  Our 30-year-old oil furnaces have been replaced with commercial air-source heat pumps powered by our solar electricity.  We originally kept our old oil furnaces in case we needed backup on the coldest New Hampshire days, but the heat pumps have easily kept up with our heating needs. The Results: Better Than We Imagined Two years in, the project is delivering on every front — and then some. We have generated 60 megawatt-hours of clean electricity in each of the past two years and have virtually eliminated our utility bills. The reduction in energy costs we projected has become a reality, freeing up an estimated $22,000 annually that can now go directly toward programming, exhibits, and the continued growth of this institution. But the benefit we didn’t fully anticipate — and one that genuinely delights us — is what reliable, affordable heating has done for our calendar. In the past, the cost of heating the museum through a New Hampshire winter forced us to close our doors every November and remain shuttered until early May. This year, for the first time, we are open two days a week all winter long. That means our community, our local visitors, and travelers who find us in the off-season can now experience Native American history, art, and culture year-round. For a museum whose mission is to keep these living traditions visible and accessible, that is an extraordinary development. Winter visitors enjoy Native American games, but can warm up inside now. On the environmental side, the project eliminates an estimated 55,000 pounds of CO₂ from our annual footprint — a meaningful contribution from a small institution with a big sense of responsibility to future generations. A Community Effort, and a Community Thank-You A project of this scale doesn’t happen without a village. The $302,000 total was made possible through an extraordinary coalition of support: a leadership donation from Elizabeth Janeway; grants from the Community Development Finance Authority, the Mascoma Foundation , and two grants from donors through the NH Charitable Foundation ; a business tax credit made possible by the federal Inflation Reduction Act; an incentive from Eversource ; and the generosity of many individual donors. We are deeply grateful to every person and organization who helped make this happen. The project also gave us a new story to tell our visitors. We’re connecting the dots between traditional Native wisdom about living in harmony with the earth and the very real, very practical tools available to all of us today. New Hampshire does not have a federally recognized Native tribe or a reservation, making MKIM one of the only places in our state where residents can connect with living Native American culture. We are proud to be a greener, more financially resilient, and more welcoming institution — open to our community even in the heart of winter. If you’d like to visit, support our work, or simply learn more, we hope to see you soon. About the Author Bullock has a 35-year association with MKIM, having been instrumental in the formation of the collection, as well as serving as a founding member of the Board of Trustees. Director Bullock received his BA in Native Studies from Trent University, Peterborough, Ontario, Canada, and has served as Executive Director at MKIM since 2018. About the Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum The Mt. Kearsarge Indian Museum is an educational and cultural center in Warner, NH, connecting visitors with 20,000 years of ongoing Native American expression through artifacts, exhibits, programming, and a 12-acre campus. Founded in 1990, MKIM welcomes over 8,000 visitors annually, including 2,000 schoolchildren from across New Hampshire. Now open year-round, the museum invites all to explore the rich, living heritage of Native peoples. Learn more at www.indianmuseum.org .