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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. 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, IMBY Energy ​ 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 Powering Tomorrow with Eversource Mon, May 06 Eversource May 06, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Eversource, 780 N Commercial St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA May 06, 2024, 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM Eversource, 780 N Commercial St, Manchester, NH 03101, USA Tour Eversource’s System Operations Center & Electric System Control Center while learning about their sustainability initiatives. Register Powering Tomorrow with the NH Electric Cooperative Mon, May 06 Moultonboro Neck Road May 06, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Moultonboro Neck Road, Moultonboro Neck Rd, Moultonborough, NH 03254, USA May 06, 2024, 1:00 PM – 2:30 PM Moultonboro Neck Road, Moultonboro Neck Rd, Moultonborough, NH 03254, USA Embark on a unique tour of the NH Electric Cooperative's first utility scale energy storage project in Moultonborough. Register Powering Tomorrow with Unitil Mon, May 06 Unitil May 06, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Unitil, 30 Energy Wy, Exeter, NH 03833, USA May 06, 2024, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM Unitil, 30 Energy Wy, Exeter, NH 03833, USA Embark on a unique tour of Unitil's Distribution and Operations Center while learning about their sustainability initiatives. Register Powering Tomorrow with Liberty Utilities Mon, May 06 Meriden Public Library (HYBRID) May 06, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Meriden Public Library (HYBRID), 22 Bean Rd, Plainfield, NH 03781, USA May 06, 2024, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM Meriden Public Library (HYBRID), 22 Bean Rd, Plainfield, NH 03781, USA Embark on a unique tour of the Meriden Public Library, where literature and learning converge with energy efficiency and innovation. Register Driving the Future of Transportation Tue, May 07 Green Wave Electric Vehicles May 07, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Green Wave Electric Vehicles, 25 Lafayette Road, North Hampton, NH 03862 May 07, 2024, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM Green Wave Electric Vehicles, 25 Lafayette Road, North Hampton, NH 03862 Join us for an electrifying evening of fun, EV insights, and test drives as we present our very own game show - "Electric Jeopardy!" Register NHSaves Button Up Workshop Wed, May 08 via Zoom May 08, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM via Zoom May 08, 2024, 12:00 PM – 1:15 PM via Zoom Calling NH residents! Improve the energy efficiency of your home with NHSaves' energy saving tips and energy efficiency programs. Register 2024 NH Energy Week: Virtual Career Fair Thu, May 09 Online via Remo May 09, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM Online via Remo May 09, 2024, 11:00 AM – 1:30 PM Online via Remo This event is a fully virtual, engaging, and interactive job fair and networking event that will be kicked off by a 30-minute panel discussion on how NH businesses are solving their workforce problems with apprenticeship programs and hear transformative stories from trade workers. Register 2024 NH Energy Week: Rockingham County Energy Trivia Thu, May 09 603 Brewery & Beer Hall May 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM 603 Brewery & Beer Hall, 42 Main St, Londonderry, NH 03053, USA May 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM 603 Brewery & Beer Hall, 42 Main St, Londonderry, NH 03053, USA Gather your friends, coworkers, & colleagues and join us at 603 Brewery & Beer Hall in Londonderry for an exciting evening of trivia! Register 2024 NH Energy Week: Seacoast Energy Trivia Thu, May 09 Throwback Brewery May 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Throwback Brewery, 7 Hobbs Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862, USA May 09, 2024, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM Throwback Brewery, 7 Hobbs Rd, North Hampton, NH 03862, USA Gather your friends, coworkers, & colleagues and join us at Throwback Brewery in North Hampton for an exciting evening of trivia! Register 2024 NH Energy Week: Moving the Needle Fri, May 10 Currier Museum of Art May 10, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Currier Museum of Art, 150 Ash St, Manchester, NH 03104, USA May 10, 2024, 1:00 PM – 3:00 PM Currier Museum of Art, 150 Ash St, Manchester, NH 03104, USA Celebrate the culmination of 2024 NH Energy Week in-person! Learn about new tech and recognize the champions advancing our energy goals. Register 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 Clean Energy NH 2 hours ago 3 min Employee Q&A: Meet Doug What interested you in working at Clean Energy NH? This Energy Circuit Rider position is taking my career full circle. When I moved to... Clean Energy NH Apr 9 2 min YPiE Spotlight: Meet Madelyn Bradley Name: Madelyn Bradley Title: Community Engagement Consultant Employer: Resilient Buildings Group City/Town of Residence: Dover, NH... Clean Energy NH Mar 14 3 min YPiE Spotlight: Meet Henry Herndon Name: Henry Herndon Title: Director of Member Services Employer: Community Power Coalition of NH (CPCNH) City/Town of Residence: Concord,... CLEAN ENERGY BUSINESS LEADERS Clean Energy Leader business members are industry leaders committed to transforming New Hampshire's energy future. WELCOME TO OUR NEW MEMBERS!

POLICY PRIORITIES: 2022 WE SUPPORT programs & policies that strengthen NH's economy, protect public health, & conserve natural resources Clean Energy NH is dedicated to making meaningful progress toward a clean energy future every year. As such, we work with policymakers on a bipartisan basis to find compromise solutions that can pass in any political environment. Priorities for the 2022 legislative session: Ensure the sustained funding and policy continuity of New Hampshire’s energy efficiency programs. While CENH will continue to push for a favorable outcome in the PUC docket that produced the November 12th order defunding the state’s efficiency programs, in the absence of a resolution we are supporting legislation that stabilizes and future-proofs the state’s efficiency programs. Expand the definition of a “political subdivision” to expand the number of entities that can benefit from affordable community scale renewable energy . Adjust the definition of small customer-generators up to 500kw to enable more commercial clean energy projects. Increase the limit on net metering for customers with large amounts of electricity demand, such as manufacturers or other commercial and industrial customers, Eliminate the arbitrary restriction on participation in group net metering for customers who also have installed net-metered generation on-site, but have additional electrical load that they could off-set, Establish an investigation regarding cost effective, timely, and predictable interconnection practices for new renewable energy facilities, Clarify and include energy storage systems in the definition of limited electrical producer to provide communities with an economic incentive to reduce New Hampshire’s share of regional transmission costs; Eliminate barriers to access to low and moderate income community solar programs. Clean Energy NH opposes legislation to: Establish solar panel recycling programs that place unreasonable burdens on solar manufacturers, Duplicative and burdensome requirements for customer generators to provide replacement power in the event not meeting export obligations, and; Changes to the net metering tariff that exclude certain components, including compliance with the renewable portfolio standard , that would reduce the overall net metering credit. ​ ​

ABOUT US Mission To lead New Hampshire’s clean energy transition. Vision By 2050, New Hampshire’s energy system is decarbonized. Guiding Principles We are focused on renewable energy, energy efficiency, and beneficial electrification. Energy rates and costs must be affordable for all. The energy system must distribute economic and environmental burdens fairly. The energy system must be secure, resilient, and reliable. How We Work As the go-to resource on clean energy technologies and policies, we will utilize three complementary strategies at the local, state, regional and national levels to advance clean energy in NH: Policy Advocacy & Leadership – CENH will provide reliable expert advocacy before the state’s legislature and Public Utilities Commission, as well as before committees and boards where critical decisions are made. Education, Outreach, Technical Support – CENH will provide technical assistance and education that is accessible to all. Network Engagement & Coordination – CENH will actively engage with key NH stakeholders across all sectors to build consensus and advance priorities. OUR HISTORY Clean Energy NH was originally the "NH Sustainable Energy Association". The organization was founded in 2003 by a small group of homeowners and renewable energy enthusiasts interested in networking and learning about sustainable building and residential renewable energy applications. The organization evolved to become a membership-based non-profit in 2008. Solar home tour during the Energize360 campaign on the NH Seacoast CENH Board and Staff at our 2023 Board Retreat In 2019, we rebranded and changed our name to "Clean Energy NH". As our influence and activities have expanded to include electric vehicles, energy storage, economic development, infrastructure, and beyond, our new name positions the organization to continue our track record of success with renewed vigor and a revised mission. Clean Energy NH’s membership now includes hundreds of individuals, businesses, and municipalities, who all turn to us as a trusted local expert in energy policies. CENH staff provide education and advice that integrates expert knowledge on state-level energy policies and programs with complete visibility into how various federal programs are deployed at the local level. We also serve as a hub for education and advocacy regarding the latest happenings at the legislative and executive branches of NH Government. OUR WORK We build relationships among people and organizations using a fact-based approach that offers objective, balanced, and practical insights for transforming NH's clean energy economy and sustaining its citizens’ way of life. We educate audiences on all matters pertaining to generating, storing, and efficiently using clean energy and to accelerate technology and opportunities that provide a more prosperous, low emission future. A solar array on the Shelburne Town Hall, a project which was supported by our North Country Circuit Rider. OUR ACCOMPLISHMENTS Clean Energy NH staff with Senator Maggie Hassan at an event in Claremont The organizing partners of the 2023 NH Energy Week. photo credit: Rooted In Light Media For over a decade, we have defended New Hampshire’s foundational clean energy policies, the Renewable Energy Fund, the Renewable Portfolio Standard and the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative We led in the elimination of the 100 MW cap on net-metered solar power, and the development of a fair “net-metering 2.0” tariff We were instrumental in overturning the repeal of the state’s efficiency program, NH Saves We led the passage of the law that allows municipalities to benefit from net metering up to 5 MW We have been crucial in assisting state agencies submit grant applications that will bring tens of millions of federal dollars to NH from the Inflation Reduction Act and Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act We led the passage of a law that created a program that will build 6 MW of low-income community solar arrays every year in NH. We were instrumental in the creation of NH’s Community Power Aggregation program, which lowers electric rates and allows consumers to choose green power OUR INITIATIVES We provide services and resources to support the Granite State’s clean energy & tech industries, policymakers, and communities. Some of our highlighted programming and events include: Our Energy Circuit Riders provide support to municipal governments in pursuing clean energy investments Founding & management of Drive Electric NH Hosting a high quality annual calendar of educational and networking events, the annual Local Energy Solutions Conference for annual NH Energy Week Host of topical workshops and forums on topics including policy, electric rates, solar siting, energy storage, grid modernization, and more Clean Energy NH & Eversource staff during the 2019 Electric Vehicle relay EXPLORE MORE 2021 ANNUAL REPORT 2020 ANNUAL REPORT Logo Use Policy MEET THE TEAM ORGANIZATIONAL BYLAWS Membership Policy NEWSLETTER 2019 IRS 990

What interested you in working at Clean Energy NH? I’ve always had a strong interest in energy conservation and renewable energy. The chance to work with an organization dedicated to promoting and assisting with the implementation of projects that result in the expansion of both, is one I very much look forward to. What were you up to prior to working at the organization? I split my work life between software and property management, always with a focus on efficiency. The exception to that was working in logistics in Germany. Living abroad opened my eyes to the strides that other countries have made in the efficiency and energy production world, mostly as a result of a unified effort on the part of their citizens, government officials, and supportive institutions. Why did you decide to work in the clean energy industry? Clean energy has always been a passion of mine, along with maximizing efficiency. We have PV (photovoltaic) on our house and have converted most of our home-energy use to electric in order to remove carbon-based fuels from the mix. We’ve also completed energy assessments of our rental properties and followed up with building retrofits to substantially improve efficiency. To be able to work with communities to spread the enthusiasm - and savings opportunities - was an opportunity I could not turn down. Describe your position in more detail. Who will you be working with and what will you be doing? I will be working with towns and cities in the Monadnock Region in a support role, helping them identify and implement projects to improve efficiency and reduce fossil fuel energy use. Navigating the logistics and funding options of renewable energy and energy efficiency projects can be intimidating, particularly for smaller towns. Encouraging towns to take advantage of renewables and efficiency upgrades and following up with technical assistance is a primary focus of the Energy Circuit Rider (ECR) position. What aspect of your job excites you most? Why? Bringing towns onboard with projects such as these is what excites me the most. Seeing so many towns benefit already from the implementation of renewables and energy efficiency upgrades inspires me to work with communities looking to cut costs and improve public health. The benefit to the environment as a whole goes without saying and is something all communities should incorporate into their decision making. What advice would you give to your younger self? Find a faster path to accomplish the important things in life. What do you like to do when you aren’t working? Anything outdoors. Bike, hike, kayak, ski, garden. A typical weekend for me is… Doing any one of the activities listed above, especially with the family. What’s on your bucket list? I wouldn’t say I have a bucket list. Fun things come your way if you're open to opportunities. I learned that from my kids. If you could choose anyone to play you in a movie, who would it be? That’s a tough one. An “extra” off the street would probably be a better match than any star actor. Fun Facts: Coffee or Tea? And how do you take it? Coffee. Favorite NH Restaurant: A picnic on top of a mountain - any mountain - with family or friends. Favorite Musician/Band/Music genre: Having played piano and sang a lot growing up, I appreciate so many kinds of music. If you listen closely and get to know its origin, most music is pretty cool. Favorite Recreational Activity: If I could ski, bike, hike, and kayak all in the same day, I would. I’ve come close. Favorite Holiday: Christmas. Love the food, decorations, and family activities.

What interested you in working at Clean Energy NH? This Energy Circuit Rider position is taking my career full circle. When I moved to Sullivan County 35 years ago, I worked remotely for a small non-profit that was focused on using energy investments to fight climate change. (I even wrote a book on the subject in 1992!) But as our firm got bigger, and gobbled up by other firms, it became harder to see the fruits of my labor. Clean Energy NH is taking me back to my roots, here in Sullivan County, to spur climate-friendly investments in our communities and build better energy policy all across New Hampshire. Right here is where I want to be! What were you up to prior to working at the organization? For most of my career, I provided pension funds, universities and high net-worth clients with environmental, social and governance (ESG) information to provide them with a wider, more holistic view of investment risks and opportunities. More recently, I’ve done some consulting on the future of the auto industry (climate scenario analysis) and for a local solar energy company that’s based in the Upper Valley. Why did you decide to work in the clean energy industry? When I was attending Williams College 40 years ago, my favorite professor predicted that the atmosphere would run out of room to store carbon dioxide long before the ground ran out of fossil fuels. Boy, was he right! Ever since, I have tried to steer energy investments toward more use of renewables and better energy efficiency. We’ve made great strides, but CO2 levels are still rising – and we’re running out of time to turn down the heat! Describe your position in more detail. Who will you be working with and what will you be doing? As an Energy Circuit Rider, I’ll be spending lots of time with the 15 towns in Sullivan County. All of these towns are either rural or economically challenged, putting them in the pole position to receive federal grants that typically cover 20-80% of project costs – keeping the local taxpayer burden at a minimum. Working with town administrators, select boards, energy committees and local businesses, my goal is to make sure that every town gets its fair share of these grants to save money and fight climate change. The spigots are wide open; we just need a well-crafted bucket to catch the flow of aid. We can build it together! What aspect of your job excites you most? Why? Seeing the fruits of our labor all around Sullivan County and paying back the place I’ve always loved to call home. What advice would you give to your younger self? Want to change the world? Join a local committee! Progress starts at home. What do you like to do when you aren’t working? Volunteering and giving blood. (OK, you got me. More likely, I’m eating popcorn and watching late night TV.) A typical weekend for me is… Hopefully, not typical! It all depends on the weather, the season, the events calendar, and the shape I’m in! What’s on your bucket list? Not long ago, somebody was offering a 3-year cruise with 160 ports of call. That would cross off most places on my bucket list! Unfortunately, they seem to be having trouble procuring that ship now, so I may need a new plan… If you could choose anyone to play you in a movie, who would it be? Peter Sellers as Inspector Clousseau, since my fumbling antics tend to make me a laughing stock anyway! Tell us one thing most people don’t know about you. I eat lefty and throw righty. Fun Facts: Coffee or Tea? And how do you take it? Coffee with cream for my sleepy eyelids and pure hot tea for my shivering toes. Favorite NH Restaurant: Polly’s Pancake Parlor in Sugar Hill (breakfast with a view!) Favorite Musician/Band/Music genre: Oh, I can’t pick one ... I was a college DJ! Spotify makes me feel like a kid in a candy store. Favorite Recreational Activity: Exploring the great outdoors on foot, bike, or skis. Favorite Holiday: July 4. Even our towns get to celebrate!

Name: Madelyn Bradley Title: Community Engagement Consultant Employer: Resilient Buildings Group City/Town of Residence: Dover, NH Education: B.S. Environmental and Resource Economics University of NH Why did you decide to work in the renewable/clean/clean energy industry? I wanted a career that would have a positive impact on my community and contribute to a more sustainable future. There are a lot of ways to be involved in the industry and a high capacity for professional and personal growth. What interested you in working at your current employer? Summer going into my senior year of college Resilient Buildings Group (RBG) hosted me as a Sustainability Fellow in partnership with the UNH Sustainability Institute. Since my first day at the office, I have enjoyed the community and leadership within the organization. I value their commitment to support and encourage my growth as a young professional. Describe the work you do in more detail. Currently, I am contracted by the Community Power Coalition of New Hampshire (CPCNH), serving as their Communications Coordinator. In this position I work closely with the Member Services team creating web pages for member communities, responding to inquiries in regards to CPCNH, manage social media accounts, and assist with data management and reporting, etc. What aspect of your job excites you most? Why? It is really exciting to be apart of the energy transition in the New Hampshire. It is a great feeling knowing that my work has direct impacts on my community through environmental and social welfare measures. What makes you hopeful about the clean energy transition in New Hampshire? Community Power! It is amazing that municipalities can control their energy supply and customers have more knowledge of where their energy comes from and access to more renewable energy options. What interested you most about being part of YPiE? (Young Professionals in Energy) It seemed like a great opportunity to expand my professional network as well as get to know people my age with similar career interests. What advice would you give to someone that is new to the industry or fresh out of college? Network and get to know people within the industry! What do you like to do when you aren't working? Hiking with my dog, Rowley, baking bread, and reading books. Tell us one thing most people don't know about you. When I was two I almost got bit by an alligator! Fun Facts: Coffee or Tea? And how do you take it? Coffee! Black Fave NH Restaurant? Taste of India in Dover, NH Fave Musician/Band/Music genre? Modern Baseball Fav Recreational activity? Swimming!

Small Business Membership Benefits: Exclusive use of organizational resources Internal expertise on the NH industry & navigating policies & regulations Expert advocacy & policy support, including representation at the State House & state agencies (PUC, etc) Unsurpassed networking opportunities throughout the year Access to our members-only list for exclusive event invitations & discounts throughout NH & New England Exposure through our website, newsletter, & social media platforms & PR support Direct engagement with policymakers Exhibitor discount at the LES Conference Invitation to the members-only annual Holiday Dinner Listing as a valued member in our annual reports Opportunity to join our elite Speaker’s Bureau Opportunity to participate in our “Member Spotlight” program One (1) free registration for designated employee to the LES Conference Certificate to display the company’s commitment to clean energy Access to CENH”S weekly policy calls during the legislative session for two (2) emloyees Ability to post job openings on our website’s career platform