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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. 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 NH Dept. of Energy Apply to ReVision Energy IGS Energy Palmetto Starcube Starcube Eversource TRC Companies

New Hampshire's premier annual energy conference for local energy champions, policymakers, municipal officials, state agencies, and industry representatives. LOCAL ENERGY SOLUTIONS (LES) CONFERENCE The annual conference is NH's premier energy event for local energy champions, policymakers, municipal officials, state agencies, and industry representatives. SAVE-THE-DATE: NOVEMBER 12, 2026 REGISTRATION OPENING SOON SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES HOTEL ACCOMMODATIONS LES26 SPONSORS LES26 EXHIBITORS LES26 SPEAKERS 2026 SPONSORS 2026 EXHIBITORS 2026 Sponsors 2026 Exhibitors 2025 EVENT PHOTOS Capturing the moments of the event was courtesy of Rooted in Light Media . 2025 PRESENTATIONS INTERACTIVE DIGITAL PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS FROM PAST CONFERENCES Did you miss the conference the past couple of years? Well, you're in luck. We've compiled a playlist of all our main speaker sessions on YouTube along with past conference programs. 2025 Contact List & Presentations 2025 Conference Interactive Digital Program 2024 Conference Audio Recordings 2024 Conference Interactive Program

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 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 Find the Magic in Energy Education with NHEEP “I’m going to do a magic trick. Are you ready?” NHEEP educator Angie Krysiak flipped the classroom light switch, and the lights came on. Some kids snickered, others rolled their eyes. “Okay, so it’s just the lights coming on. But who can explain to me what happens when I flip the switch?” The kids looked at each other, unsure. Finally someone raised a hand and suggested “the electricity goes through the wires?” “Yes! And can anyone tell me how the electricity got into the wi Clean Energy NH Aug 3 4 min read All Solar Big and Small: Plug-In Solar is Coming to New Hampshire The future of solar PV in New Hampshire is brighter as New Hampshire’s Governor signs Senate Bill 540 (SB540) into law making access to solar almost as easy as plugging in a toaster. This summer, New Hampshire became one of the first states in the nation to create a clear legal pathway for safe deployment of plug-in solar. SB540, signed into law by Governor Kelly Ayotte on July 2nd, allows Granite Staters to install small solar systems up to 1.2 kW that plug directly into a q Clean Energy NH Jul 15 6 min read 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 Apr 6 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! APOLLLO ATOMICS

Clean Energy NH’s Energy Circuit Riders help municipalities and small businesses plan, finance, and implement energy-saving upgrades, renewable energy generation, fleet electrification, and other projects that advance clean energy in New Hampshire communities. Working side-by-side with community leaders and business owners, Energy Circuit Riders provide capacity and expertise to support informed decision making and successful projects. ENERGY CIRCUIT RIDERS NEW HAMPSHIRE No-cost technical assistance for NH communities and businesses. HANDS-ON PROJECT SUPPORT IN YOUR COMMUNITY About Clean Energy NH’s Energy Circuit Riders (ECRs) help municipalities and small businesses plan, finance, and implement energy-saving upgrades, renewable energy generation, fleet electrification, and other projects that advance clean energy in New Hampshire communities. Working side-by-side with community leaders and business owners, Energy Circuit Riders provide capacity and expertise to support informed decision making and successful projects. We can help with: ✔️ Project identification/prioritization ✔️ How-to guides, examples, and case studies ✔️ Funding plans & grant writing ✔️ Lists of qualified contractors ✔️ Warrant article drafting ✔️ Community engagement strategies ✔️ Connections with other communities ✔️ Questions and road blocks as they arise ABOUT THE PROGRAM 513 513 513 513 # OF ACTIVE CLEAN ENERGY PROJECTS # OF COMPLETED CLEAN ENERGY PROJECTS 199 199 199 199 # OF NH COMMUNITIES SUPPORTED 153 153 153 153 ENERGY PROJECTS ACROSS NEW HAMPSHIRE Communities all across the Granite State are taking action on clean energy - from energy efficiency upgrades and solar installations to innovative resilience projects. Our Energy Circuit Riders work directly with municipalities, businesses, and local energy committees to turn ideas into results. The Active Municipal Project Mix includes solar arrays, weatherization efforts, EV charging infrastructure, and energy efficiency upgrades — reflecting the diverse ways New Hampshire towns are embracing the clean energy transition. Explore the map to see projects underway, along with the main and remote offices of our four municipal Energy Circuit Riders and the territories they serve. VIEW ACTIVE PROJECTS VIEW ACTIVE PROJECT MIX ENERGY IN ACTION: STORIES FROM THE FIELD Our Energy Circuit Riders are on the ground across New Hampshire, helping communities and businesses bring clean energy projects from idea to reality. From municipal solar arrays to energy efficiency upgrades, these stories highlight the impact of their work and the partnerships driving change. Explore how energy is in action across the Granite State. 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 Apr 6 How Lee’s Library Is Leading with Solar and Storage You may not have realised it, but the Lee Public Library has quietly become one of the most forward-thinking buildings in town. For years, Library Director Hayley Van-Gils has been used to juggling big dreams with small-town realities. The process of renovating has spanned decades, and has ranged from considering entirely new buildings and capitol campaigns to remodelling attempts, with significant efforts from library staff and trustees to complete the additions and basemen Mar 3 From Diesel to Electric: Lancaster’s Loader Leads the Way The Lancaster Transfer Station sounds a little different these days. In April 2025, a new, fully electric wheel loader showed up for duty and has been hard at work ever since. The new machinery was paid for in part through a Diesel Emissions Reduction Act (DERA) grant from New Hampshire Department of Environmental Services (NH DES). Lancaster is among a growing number of communities across the state using NH DES funding to purchase more efficient and all-electric heavy duty v Nov 11, 2025 1 2 3 FREE ASSISTANCE FOR SMALL BUSINESSES AND FARMERS Small businesses and farms are at the heart of New Hampshire’s economy and community life. Yet rising energy costs can strain their operations and long-term sustainability. Through our Energy Circuit Rider program, Clean Energy NH helps business owners and farmers explore energy efficiency upgrades and renewable energy solutions that strengthen resiliency, reduce costs, and create lasting stability for the future. MORE INFORMATION READY TO DIVE IN? LET'S GO! 1 CONTACT US Clean Energy NH's Energy Circuit Riders are available to support projects statewide. The scope of our support my vary based on our capacity and your unique needs. Contact us for a consultation and we'll do our best to help! CONTACT US 2 RESOURCES Clean Energy NH has a growing library of resources to help you move your project forward, including case studies, templates, how-to guides, vendor lists, funding sources, and more. BROWSE RESOURCES 3 FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS (FAQs) Learn more about the program's history, impact, and services. Find answers to common questions and learn more about how ECRs support communities across New Hampshire. VIEW FAQS I'm proud to work with Clean Energy NH because they amplify the voices of local leaders and help turn big energy goals into real, on-the-ground progress. ~ Zeke S., Kensington The ECR Team Our Team. MEET THE ENERGY CIRCUIT RIDER TEAM Clean Energy NH is headquartered in Concord, New Hampshire, with Energy Circuit Riders based in regions across the state to provide local, hands-on support. Four municipal Circuit Riders live and work in the communities they serve, while two Small Business Circuit Riders work around the state on helping businesses and farms lower costs and improve resilience. The program is led by our Energy Circuit Rider Program Director, who supports communities statewide as needed. SARAH BROCK Circuit Rider Program Director FRANK RICHTER Energy Circuit Rider (Monadnock) MELISSA ELANDER Energy Circuit Rider (North Country) GABE CHELIUS Small Business Energy Circuit Rider KATRIN KASPER Energy Circuit Rider (Seacoast) KATHARINE CUSACK Small Business Energy Circuit Rider DOUG COGAN Energy Circuit Rider (Sullivan County) KEEPING ENERGY SUPPORT FREE FOR NH COMMUNITIES Clean Energy NH’s Energy Circuit Rider Program is offered at no cost to communities, small businesses, and agricultural producers across the state - thanks to the generous support of foundations, federal grants, and our donors and members. You can help keep these vital services free for all New Hampshire communities by becoming a member or making a donation today .

NEWS & MEDIA New state law empowers homeowners with 'balcony' solar panels With a new state law set to go into effect with the dawn of a new year in 2027, Granite Staters will be able to install so-called “balcony solar” panels for home use. But a recent panel of experts on these plug-in devices caution that it might not be as simple as plug and play, set it and forget it. DIY solar power users still need to do their homework to understand the technology, the safety requirements, and their own home’s potential - and possible limits. [08.07.2026] Read the full article. Behind the Bill: How New Hampshire Built a Safety-First Pathway for Plug-In Solar New Hampshire is not known as an easy state for solar policy. According to Sen. David Watters, solar adoption in New Hampshire has lagged far behind neighboring states. That challenge helped shape his interest in plug-in solar: if traditional rooftop solar and community solar have faced barriers, could a smaller, simpler consumer energy product help more residents participate? [06.23.2026] Read the full article. Listen to Apple podcast. 2026 NH Charitable Foundation - Annual Meeting Sam Evans-Brown, Executive Director of Clean Energy NH presents on how the organization advocates for a clean energy future for New Hampshire . [06.11.2026] Watch video. Bill including solar-charged batteries in net metering heads to governor’s desk A bill that cleared the New Hampshire Legislature last week would create a framework for residents to be compensated for renewably generated electricity they feed into the grid from home battery systems. It is a “modest step forward” for New Hampshire’s net metering policies, said Sam Evans-Brown, executive director of Clean Energy New Hampshire, at an April hearing before the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources . [05.20.2026] Read the full article. New Hampshire legislature advances plug-in solar bill to governor Legislators in New Hampshire have passed SB 540, a bill to establish rules for plug-in solar systems in the state. The bill requires such devices to be certified by a nationally recognized testing laboratory and intended to exclusively offset a portion of a customer’s electric usage. It allows any utility customer to use a single plug-in solar device with up to a maximum of 1,200 watts AC output . [05.12.2026] Read the full article. The Dirt on Clean Energy's Slowdown A few years ago, the country seemed on the cusp of a major energy transition as Biden-era legislation made massive investments in clean energy and other climate programs. Today, more than a year into the second Trump administration, many of those policies have been reversed. [05.06.2026] Read the full article. Shaheen Continues “Affordability Action Tour,” Highlights Efforts to Lower Energy Costs, Support Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Initiatives Amid spiking energy costs due to President Trump’s war in Iran, U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen continued her “Affordability Action Tour” with a visit to Brayton Energy in Hampton before celebrating New Hampshire Energy Week with a fireside chat moderated by Sam Evans-Brown with Clean Energy NH. The Senator’s visits are the first in a week-long series of events highlighting skyrocketing energy, health care and housing costs and Senator Shaheen’s efforts to address them. Shaheen first launched her “Affordability Action Tour” in August to hear firsthand from Granite Staters about what is needed to tackle the rising costs New Hampshire communities have faced throughout the second Trump Administration. [05.05.2026] Read the full article. Kensington flips the switch on geothermal upgrade at historic Town Hall The town will celebrate a major clean‑energy milestone as officials “flip the switch” on a new geothermal heating and cooling system at Town Hall, marking the building’s second renewable‑energy upgrade in as many years. [05.02.2026] Read the full article. Legislators seek a safe path for New Hampshire to join 'plug and play' solar trend Proponents of a bill to regulate “plug-in solar” in New Hampshire believe the devices would democratize access to the solar energy shining on the Granite State in a time of energy uncertainty. But they also want to tread carefully, they said, to avoid potentially dangerous pitfalls. “It really is meant that people who might not be covered by community solar, or might not own a house or be able to afford heavy rooftop solar, that they can have some opportunity to generate power and to save some money,” said the bill’s sponsor, Dover Democratic Sen. David Watters, on Monday. [04.08.2026] Read the full article. Lakes Region communities say natural gas moratorium is hurting housing development Local officials gathered Tuesday to address an ongoing moratorium on new natural gas connections in the Lakes Region in a meeting organized by Rep. Maggie Goodlander. The moratorium has been a source of frustration for residents and local developers, who said Liberty Utilities has denied gas service to buildings, and has declined to re-start gas service at sites that disconnected for construction projects. [04.08.2026] Read the full article. In wake of legislative confusion, bill takes a second pass at gutting Renewable Energy Fund A bill that passed the New Hampshire Senate earlier this year proposes something that might sound familiar: funneling millions from the Renewable Energy Fund, designed to finance investment in green projects statewide, into the general fund. [03.24.2026] Read the full article. Iran war reshapes debate over New Hampshire bill to reclassify solar power With Middle East airstrikes targeting energy infrastructure, the war is reshaping a debate at the New Hampshire State House over solar power. "There's so many layers to this energy thing, right?" Sen. Kevin Avard, R-Nashua, said. Lawmakers in Concord are seeing an already complex debate over renewable energy become tangled in the consequences of war in the Middle East. [03.19.2026] Read the full article. Conway selectman elect to wait on C-PACER article Selectmen decided not to place a warrant article before voters asking whether C-PACER loans should be available in town. Instead, they plan to wait for legislation that would allow the board to decide following a public hearing. [02.11.2026] Read the full article. Ayotte wants to bring more nuclear power to New Hampshire. How would that work? Gov. Kelly Ayotte announced her intentions to put New Hampshire “at the forefront” of nuclear energy to loud applause last week. In her annual State of the State speech, Ayotte directed energy officials to find ways to foster a new generation of nuclear power in the state, which already has the second-largest nuclear plant in the region. [02.09.2026] Read the full article. New Hampshire hopes to be a model for nationwide interconnection reform For years, New Hampshire solar developers and their customers have faced one regulatory roadblock after another, making it much harder to connect solar projects to the grid than in neighboring states. New Hampshire is last in the Northeast for solar deployment, mostly due to its outdated interconnection procedures. These rules govern how clean energy projects are connected to the grid and, influence where they can be deployed. [01.30.2026] Read the full article. As development takes off, Lakes Region asks for pipeline expansion When New Hampshire called for more housing, the Lakes Region answered, and development in several central cities and towns took off fast. Then, the gas ran out. New natural gas connections in several municipalities throughout the region are paused, according to officials and developers. Liberty Utilities, the regulated company that serves as the region’s gas supplier, says it lacks the capacity to add more customers without upgrades that could take years, and millions of dollars, to realize. [01.12.2026] Read the full article. New Hampshire clean energy program goes national with federal funds For years, a team of experts has traveled from tiny town to tiny town in New Hampshire, helping the communities plan and execute clean energy strategies. Now the idea has secured federal funding to expand nationwide - a notable win as the Trump administration claws back billions of dollars for decarbonization policy. [12.18.2025] Read the full article. As federal money for climate-friendly home projects disappears, a community creates its own program Frank Richter is like the Sherlock Holmes of energy efficiency. Clients come to him with their problems: a high electric bill, cold floors, a broken water heater. Then, he walks around their homes looking for clues that may not be apparent to the naked eye, like an incandescent lightbulb or a gap in the insulation. [12.13.2025] Read the full article. A refresher on how East Coast states cap-and-trade carbon A group of states on the East Coast has been operating a cap-and-trade system for carbon emissions for years. But the compact made headlines this fall as some states weighed whether to join the effort. [12.3.2025] Read the full article. Shaheen Secures $3 Million for New Program to Help Communities Save Money on Energy Costs U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen, Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies (Ag-FDA) Subcommittee and a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, secured $3 million for a new Energy Circuit Rider pilot program in the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Ag-FDA Appropriations bill that was signed into law by President Trump. The program is designed to help boost clean energy and energy efficiency investments in rural Granite State communities. The pilot is modeled after a successful program in New Hampshire run by Clean Energy NH, a nonprofit based in Concord. [11.21.2025] Read the full article. New Hampshire lawmakers renew pus to restructure renewable energy quotas A defining New Hampshire renewable energy policy is once again facing proposed changes that opponents say would hamstring it and the state’s clean energy market. Divided on the role of renewable energy in lowering electricity costs, the House Finance Committee voted, 14-11, Oct. 30 to recommend passage of the amended House Bill 219. [11.11.2025] Read the full article. Clean energy advocates discuss strategies for rural communities A panel discussion Tuesday at the Peterborough Town House explored how small towns can make progress . [10.10.2025] Read the full article. Want Lower Electric Bills? It's Time to Try Competition The rates are too damn high. The NH Public Utilities Commission issued its decision in the Eversource rate case in August, which raised the “minimum bill” that every customer pays to $19 a month, and included an automatic $2 per year increase with no limit on how high your bill will go. [10.05.2025] Read the full article. Clean Energy (is not scary) with Sam Evans-Brown Liz asks Sam Evans-Brown to do some heavy lifting as Liz learned zero things about anything "energy" related in high school. As much as Liz hates change, it's time to learn a little bit. Tune in to get answers to questions like, "What's a watt?" and "What kind of outlet do you need for an electric vehicle?" and "Is Massachusetts doing things worse than New Hampshire?" and "What on earth is 'net metering'?!" ... and more. [09.30.2025] Listen to the podcast. Third CLG meeting of 2025 features discussion of affordability and accountability; video available The third Consumer Liaison Group (CLG) meeting of 2025 features a panel discussion on "Affordability and Accountability: How the ISO and Power Generators Might Reshape Themselves for a Better Future," as well as several question-and-answer sessions. [09.29.2025] Read the full article. Charlestown Town Hall goes solar, saves big The Town of Charlestown formally made the switch to solar power at its town office in a ribbon cutting ceremony held yesterday. The 23-kilowatt array, installed by Granite State Solar, based in Bow, N.H., will cover all of the building’s electricity needs, and wipe out its annual electric bills through at least 2050. [09.25.2025] Read the full article. Ayotte declines to reappoint NH Public Utilities Commission chairman; search underway for replacement Gov. Kelly Ayotte will not reappoint the chairman of the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission to another term, as News 9 exclusively reported Monday morning. [09.15.2025] Read the full article. With incentives now ending, will Keene's solar growth continue? You don’t have to walk far in Keene to spot a home with shiny black solar panels affixed to the roof. The city has issued more than 230 permits for solar installations since 2017. Those installations were relatively rare until 2022. From 2018 to 2022, the city issued 51 permits. Since 2022, the city has issued 180. [09.15.2025] Read the full article. Advocates decry $43.5M solar grant clawback Solar advocates in New Hampshire — backed by the congressional delegation — are denouncing a Trump White House decision to claw back $43.5 million already promised to the state to fund solar energy projects for low-income residents. [09.09.2025] Read the full article. Bedford starts work on solar installation Bedford officials broke ground last week for a solar array project near the town’s transfer station. The project is expected to be completed in two to three months and will make the town’s municipal services nearly self-sufficient on energy. [09.03.2025] Read the full article. New Hampshire, never big on offshore wind, steps back further A new state law set to take effect next month marks the end of New Hampshire’s flirtation with offshore wind — at least for now. The measure, signed into law by Republican Gov. Kelly Ayotte, shortens the name of the Office of Offshore Wind Industry Development and Energy Innovation to simply the Office of Energy Innovation. [08.26.2025] Read the full article. Solar Advocates throw shade on $48M grant clawback by Trump Solar advocates in New Hampshire — backed by the congressional delegation — are denouncing a Trump White House decision to claw back $48.5 million already promised to the state to fund solar energy projects for low-income residents. [08.20.2025] Read the full article. Plugging for a Renewable Future As its name implies, CENH is focused on accelerating the use of renewable energy in the Granite State. And while that’s a tall order for a state that has historically relied heavily on fossil fuels, it’s an undertaking that improves the environment, economy, and quality of life for residents and visitors alike. . [08.19.2025] Read the full article. New Hampshire's first net-zero housing development holds ribbon cutting Eversource and Elkridge Construction LLC are commemorating the completion of the first net-zero homes in the Barrett Hill subdivision at Windsor Lane in Hudson. This is the first production of a market rate net-zero housing project in New Hampshire. [08.07.2025] Read the full article. State's new budget threatens future of popular energy program: 'There would be basically nothing left' In recent years, countries around the world have demonstrated that clean energy isn't just good for the planet — it makes sense economically, earning money for investors and saving money for consumers. Some governments have embraced the new technology and its benefits, but some seem to be taking a step backward. New Hampshire is one of the latter, as the state has redirected its renewable energy fund, which was poised to deliver clean energy solutions to small towns throughout the state, Canary Media reported . [08.05.2025] Read the full article. Kensington flips the switch on solar power for historic hall The town of Kensington officially transitioned to solar energy with the activation of a new rooftop array on its historic town hall. The move follows voter approval in February and marks a major milestone for the town’s sustainability goals . [08.02.2025] Read the full article. Electric Rates Surge as New England's Energy Policies Take Their Toll on NH Ratepayers With sweltering heat pushing temperatures into the 90s this week, Granite Staters are feeling the impact of summer weather the moment they step outside—and soon, when they open their mailboxes. New Hampshire already has the sixth-highest electricity costs in the U.S., and rates are climbing even higher. [07.30.2025] Read the full article. New Hampshire raids clean energy fund, jeopardizing solar program New Hampshire’s new state budget redirects an estimated $15 million from a dedicated renewable energy fund into the general fund, likely signaling the end of plans to expand a popular pilot supporting municipal solar developments. [07.23.2025] Read the full article. Sam Evans-Brown Speaks on Energy Transition Sam Evans-Brown sees an energy transition on the horizon, as technology improves for solar generating and storing, and electric transportation becomes more affordable. Evans-Brown, executive director of Clean Energy NH, a nonprofit and clean energy advocate, was the latest speaker at the Amos Fortune Forum, a weekly lecture series in Jaffrey. On Friday at the Jaffrey Meetinghouse, he presented “The Energy Transition and Why It’s Inevitable.” [07.22.2025] Read the full article. Watch the presentation. New Hampshire navigates changes to USDA's rural energy grant application Farmers and small businesses owners were expecting to start submitting their applications for a grant through the Rural Energy for America Program this July 1. But, one day before, the Department of Agriculture released a notice stating that the application window was canceled. It’s not the first time this has happened. Gabe Chelius works at the nonprofit Clean Energy NH providing technical assistance to those wishing to apply for a REAP grant. [07.19.2025] Read the full article. ICYMI: Shaheen Highlights Key Investments Secured in Fiscal Year 2026 Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies Appropriations Bill U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH), Ranking Member of the U.S. Senate Agriculture, Rural Development, Food and Drug Administration and Related Agencies (Ag-FDA) Subcommittee and a senior member of the U.S. Senate Appropriations Committee, participated in a full committee markup of the Fiscal Year (FY) 2026 Ag-FDA Appropriations bill. In a unanimous vote, the Committee approved the bipartisan legislation, which would provide $27.1 billion in discretionary funding, including more than $14.7 million for critical projects across the Granite State, helping invest in a wide range of programs benefitting New Hampshire and the country. [07.15.2025] Read the full article. New Hampshire budget guts Renewable Energy Fund, cuts project funding in half New Hampshire’s newly signed state budget will transfer nearly all money from the state’s Renewable Energy Fund to the general fund over the next two years, slashing investment in clean energy projects by roughly 50% from recent spending levels and forcing municipalities, school districts, and small businesses to compete for drastically reduced grant money. Read the full article. Some in New Hampshire see pros, cons in massive bill being debated in Congress As senators in Washington considered amendments Monday to a massive spending bill, some aspects of the bill were being cheered in New Hampshire, while others were being criticized. Watch the segment here. NH Business: Supply and demand for electricity in New England Fred Kocher talks with Sam Evans-Brown, the Executive Director of Clean Energy New Hampshire, about a projected increase of 11% in New England's demand for electricity. Watch the segment here. Shaheen Introduces Legislation to Boost Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency Investments in Rural Communities U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) introduced the Energy Circuit Riders Act to help ensure communities in rural America can take advantage of cost savings from energy efficiency and clean energy projects. Shaheen’s bill would establish a new grant program within the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) Rural Development to help eligible entities hire local, on-the-ground experts that travel to rural communities and provide assistance on projects that can help save energy, cut costs and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Read the full article. New Hampshire budget bill would defund state renewable energy grant program House Bill 2, a sprawling budget bill working its way through the New Hampshire Legislature, includes under-the-radar provisions that could gut an important state renewable energy program. The 183-page bill , already approved by the House, includes measures that would redirect millions of dollars from a state renewable energy fund to the general budget and to rebates for utility customers. Read the full article. Celebrating Leadership in Energy: 2025 NH Energy Champion Award Winners Announced The eighth annual New Hampshire Energy Week concluded last week, marking another successful year of convening leaders and stakeholders from across the state's diverse energy landscape. With the largest programming schedule to date, the 2025 NH Energy Week featured more than twenty virtual and in-person events that drew participation from across the public and private sectors. Read the full press release. EV Chargers, New Hampshire Tourism, and The Real Story of the Granite State Grid An article quoting Sam Evans-Brown of Clean Energy NH led to a tweet by host Michael Graham which led to a minor kerfuffle which resulted in a terrific conversation about New Hampshire, EVs, and the real numbers on energy in New England. Listen to the episode. New Hampshire’s $1 Billion Gamble: Will Electric Vehicle Chargers Keep the Tourists Coming? A stark warning echoes through the lush landscapes of New Hampshire: a billion-dollar opportunity might evaporate if the state doesn’t rev up its electric vehicle charging infrastructure. As the needle flickers towards an electric future, an eye-opening study by clean energy proponents draws a line in the sand. Read the full article. Study claims NH could lose $1.4 billion in tourism revenue if more EV chargers aren't built New Hampshire could lose more than $1 billion if it doesn't add more electric vehicle chargers, according to a new study from clean energy advocates. The study, conducted by Clean Energy New Hampshire and Ski New Hampshire, found that the state could lose up to $1.4 billion in tourism revenue by 2031 if it fails to add more EV charging stations. Watch the news segment and read the full article. Lack of EV charging infrastructure could cost New Hampshire $1.4 billion in tourist dollars Nearly 3 million electric vehicles (personal light-duty) are expected to be on New England roads by 2033, according to ISO New England’s 2024 Transportation Electrification Forecast. This is 24 times more than the current number of electric vehicles and expected to approach 30% of the total number of vehicles on the road. Read the full article. Powering NH's Tourism Economy: The Urgent Need for EV Charging Investment A new report released by Clean Energy NH and Ski NH, Driving Towards a Sustainable New Hampshire Economy: Supporting New Hampshire's Tourism Industry through EV Charging Infrastructure, highlights a critical challenge: without significant investments in EV infrastructure, New Hampshire’s tourism industry risks losing significant revenue. Read the full article. EV drivers: From range anxiety to funding anxiety Electric vehicle drivers motoring in New Hampshire are known to have what’s called “range anxiety.” A lack of widespread charging infrastructure makes EV motorists nervous about how far they can get in the state before they need a charge and whether a charging station will be available to them at any given destination. Read the full article. Daily Audio Newscast And delays in building public electric vehicle chargers in New Hampshire are risking significant state revenue. A new study finds the state's passive rollout strategy could cost it $1.4 billion by 2031, while other New England states position themselves as attractive destinations for EV owners. Read the full article. Rural New England needs EV chargers to keep tourism flowing. The Trump administration is making it harder to build them. When Charyl Reardon needs to charge her electric vehicle quickly, she has to leave her home in New Hampshire’s White Mountains region and drive 65 miles south to the capital city of Concord. For those like Reardon, a resident of the Lincoln Woodstock community in northern New Hampshire, this kind of routine is not uncommon. Public charging stations for electric vehicles, or EVs, are scarce in rural parts of the state. Read the full article. Housing developers will have a new green financing tool in New Hampshire A bill on its way to the governor’s desk in New Hampshire could spur new, energy-efficient housing development in the state as soon as this summer, supporters say. Read the full article. Trump used his first week to make big energy moves. How will those affect NH? In his first week back in office, President Donald Trump began remaking national energy policy through a string of executive orders, some of which could impact New Hampshire programs aimed at reducing the pollution that drives climate change. Read the full article. Clean Energy NH Adds Five New Board Members Clean Energy NH (CENH) is thrilled to expand its leadership team with five board members, each bringing a wealth of expertise and are poised to advance the Granite State’s transition to a zero-carbon energy future. Read the full article. (Opinion) NH will finally fix its property assessed clean energy law After more than a decade of trying, New Hampshire is on the verge of adopting a powerful new tool that will help unlock a wide array of measures that will save energy, save money and reduce carbon emissions. This tool is called Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy, or C-PACE, and a bill that has the backing of both parties in the New Hampshire State House seems set for the fast-track this legislative session. Read the full article. In a ‘reasonably busy year’ for energy bills, debates on administration, offshore wind loom large A new year, a new governor, and a new Legislature – but many energy debates in New Hampshire remain the same headed into the next administration and season of lawmaking. Gov. Kelly Ayotte, who took office Thursday, often mirrored her predecessor Chris Sununu during her political campaign. She has a similar “all-of-the-above” message on energy, and focused her rhetoric on cost savings for ratepayers. Read the full article. What Next for Clean Energy in NH? In the wake of this month’s elections across the United States, many are asking “What will this mean for New Hampshire when it comes to the transition away from dirty fossil fuels and toward clean energy?” Read the full article. Net metering in limbo The largest supplier and installer of solar energy projects in the Granite State believes a recent non-decision by the state’s Public Utilities Commission “makes New Hampshire very difficult to do solar at this time.” Read the full article. Solar net metering program left unchanged, will end in 16 years New Hampshire regulators have left in place the state’s net metering program, which pays owners of solar panels when they send power to the grid, but a looming expiration date could make financing more difficult. The order from the Public Utilities Commission makes no substantive changes to the program. Notably, it does not extend the termination date of the net metering program that was established in a 2017 PUC order. Read the full article. PUC decision on net metering makes future of solar in NH uncertain, expert says The decision on net metering could have major financial implications for New Hampshire, according to one expert. Watch the video. Conservative think tanks: NE renewable mandates will cost NH ratepayers billions The comprehensive mandates that solar, wind and battery power dominate the energy mix in all other New England states will raise electric rates in New Hampshire $74 billion by 2050, according to the report that a group of conservative free-market think tanks released Tuesday. Read the full article. Sunapee Middle-High School switches from oil to wood for heating Sunapee Middle-High School is swapping out its old oil-fueled heating system and switching to renewable wood fuel. At an unveiling at the school Friday, officials showed how the new biomass wood boiler heating system will work. Wood chips are deposited into a big metal silo and then carried by a conveyor belt into a boiler, which uses forced hot water to heat the building. Watch the video. New Hampshire's low-income community solar program is finally nearing the starting line More than seven years after New Hampshire regulators first approved the idea of using community solar to create savings for low-income households, electric bill discounts are finally on the horizon for the first batch of participants. Read the full article. In net metering case, New Hampshire regulators focus on costs while ignoring benefits, advocates say An agreement among utilities, generators, and clean energy advocates didn’t quell skeptical questioning by state utility regulators, who are focused heavily on whether there is a cost burden for other ratepayers. Read the full article. Net metering hangs in the balance in New Hampshire A group of interested parties, including the state's utilities and the Granite State Hydropower Association, agreed on a settlement that calls for the rate to stay the same for two years. Read the full article. NH regulators consider changes to the way small renewable energy generators are compensated New Hampshire's Public Utilities Commission is holding hearings this week on a policy that could shape the future of the state's solar industry. It's called net metering, and it's the way that people with solar panels on homes and businesses get compensated for the electricty they feed back into the grid. Read the full article. Hudson housing development promises 'net zero' energy costs and new job opportunities A new development in Hudson promises “net zero” energy costs for homeowners. According to Barrett Hill planners, duplex-style homes are designed to save residents hundreds of dollars on utility bills, and the careful design will keep the utility footprint small while providing green spaces. Read the full article. Canaan Hardware store among recipients of federal renewable energy grants Canaan Hardware and Supply received a federal grant to install a solar array that is expected to save the business nearly $10,000 annually. The $56,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Rural Energy for America Program for the Canaan store was part of $10.6 million of funding awarded to businesses and municipalities in New Hampshire through rural development programs, the agency announced last month. Read the full article. New Hampshire law provides new solar incentives for cities, drops ineffective consumer rebate program A recently signed New Hampshire law makes significant changes to the operations of the state’s Renewable Energy Fund, directing money to help towns and cities develop municipal solar projects and ending a residential solar rebate program that was generally viewed as deeply flawed. Read the full article. The 'Wild West' of hooking up large solar projects in New Hampshire Nearly two years ago, a Goshen couple signed a contract to allow an energy company to build a solar farm on their mountainside property. But the project has faced continuous delays – stalling, too, the life plans the family made around it. Read the full article. Large New Hampshire solar projects face delays to connect to power grid When conveyor belt manufacturer Wire Belt opened its new facility in Bedford, N.H., last fall, the company looked forward to saving money and fighting climate change with a 2,400-panel solar array installed on the roof. Read the full article. New England utilities plan ‘transformational’ data platform to make it easier to calculate energy savings A group of New England utilities plans to seek federal funding for a regional energy data platform that would make it easier for consumers and contractors to estimate potential savings from efficiency upgrades or new electric technologies. Read the full article. Large New Hampshire solar projects face delays trying to connect to power grid When conveyor belt manufacturer Wire Belt opened its new facility in Bedford, N.H., last fall, the company looked forward to saving money and fighting climate change with a 2,400-panel solar array installed on the roof. Read the full article. Citizens Champions Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Through Local Grant Program Citizens announced today seven nonprofits selected as its 2024 Champions in Action®. Each Champion in Action will receive $50,000 in unrestricted funding, as well as promotional support from local media partners and volunteers from Citizens to support their work improving energy efficiency within their own operations or expanding access to clean or renewable energy services in the communities they serve. Read the full article. As NH looks to federal money to expand EV charging, losing out on grants is a blow New Hampshire lost out on about $15 million of federal funding for electric vehicle charging infrastructure, according to an announcement from the federal highway administration, dealing a blow to the state's efforts to build out a more robust EV charging network. Read the full article. Opinion: Utilities need a business model that’s aligned with the needs of society For nearly twenty years electricity consumption has been pancake flat in the United States, but that era is about to end. Electrification is coming. Electric vehicles are hitting the road much faster than we ever anticipated. There are currently just over 10,000 EVs registered in New Hampshire, but by 2032 there are forecast to be more than 165,000. Read the full article. Grants would help less affluent New Hampshire towns invest in public solar projects New Hampshire’s energy department is preparing to road-test a grant program meant to help disadvantaged cities and towns access the environmental and financial benefits of solar power. The state plans to use $1.4 million from the 2021 federal Bipartisan Infrastructure Act to help fund the installation of solar projects up to 60 kilowatts on municipal buildings or land. The grant will cover up to 95% of the costs of a qualifying solar project for lower-income cities and towns and 60% for other municipalities. Read the full article. Shaheen Introduces Legislation to Help Rural Communities Benefit from Investments in Clean Energy and Energy Efficiency (Washington, DC) - U.S. Senator Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) introduced The Energy Circuit Riders Act, legislation to help ensure communities in rural America can take advantage of historic investments in energy efficiency and clean energy. Shaheen’s bill would establish a new grant program within USDA Rural Development to help eligible entities hire local, on-the-ground experts that travel to rural communities and provide assistance on projects that can help save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Read the full article. New Hampshire seeks IRA grant to help low-income residents tap the benefits of solar New Hampshire’s Department of Energy has requested a $70 million federal grant to expand community solar programs for low-income residents, an infusion of funds that supporters said could lower energy bills, accelerate decarbonization, and perhaps even catalyze the development of much-needed affordable housing. Read the full article. Advocates fear NH clean energy proposal would pit nuclear against solar, wind Climate and clean energy advocates in New Hampshire say a pending proposal to define nuclear power as clean energy could undercut solar and wind power in the state. Though the details are still in the works, state Rep. Michael Vose, chair of the legislature’s science, technology, and energy committee, is drafting a bill that would allow nuclear power generators, such as New Hampshire’s Seabrook Station, to receive payments for contributing clean energy to the grid. Read the full article. New Hampshire Delegation Welcomes Nearly $500,000 to Expand Energy Efficiency Efforts in Rural Communities (Washington, DC) – U.S. Senators Jeanne Shaheen (D-NH) and Maggie Hassan (D-NH) alongside U.S. Representatives Annie Kuster (NH-02) and Chris Pappas (NH-01) announced that $499,128 is heading to Clean Energy NH to support the expansion of their work to assist small businesses and agricultural producers in New Hampshire’s rural communities with energy efficiency and renewable energy projects. These funds were allocated through the Rural Energy for America Program (REAP) Technical Assistance as part of nearly $2 billion in funding provided for REAP through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). Read the full article. (Opinion) NHSaves is back before the PUC Imagine you could go to the store and purchase a coupon for one dollar, and that coupon provides the recipient with two dollars and twenty-seven cents. It’s likely the stores offering these coupons wouldn’t be able to keep them in stock. Savvy shoppers would scoop up those coupons by the armload, and the staff at the store may have to limit customers from taking too many. This imaginary scenario is absurd, but in broad strokes it also describes the state’s energy-efficiency policies, which operate under the brand name “NHSaves.” The next iteration of the state’s three-year energy efficiency plan is set to be approved by state regulators by the end of November, and the programs as a whole are forecast to generate $2.27 in benefits for Granite Staters for every dollar invested. Read the full article. How long-term procurement could help ratepayers and get clean energy projects built A new long-term energy procurement law in the state is slated to create a market of power purchase agreements between utilities and energy generators for as long as 20 years. Proponents this past legislative session viewed Senate Bill 54, signed into law by Gov. Chris Sununu in August, as a financial mechanism to benefit ratepayers hit hard by the price volatility of natural gas. The new law allows Eversource, Unitil, and Liberty Utilities – the three utilities regulated by the state’s Public Utilities Commission – to enter into multi-year purchase power agreements for up to 2 million megawatt-hours annually. Prior, the utilities were restricted to six-month rate contract agreements. Read the full article. In unexpected move, New Hampshire utilities voice support for solar net metering New Hampshire’s electric utilities have come out in favor of continuing the state’s current system for compensating customers who share surplus solar power on the grid. Eversource, Unitil, and Liberty Utilities surprised clean energy advocates by submitting joint testimony to state regulators last month endorsing the state’s current net metering structure. The program credits customers roughly 75% of the standard electricity rate for any unused solar generation that flows back onto the grid and is used by other customers. Read the full article. As NH sets out to gauge energy efficiency awareness, some say education isn’t enough CONCORD, NH – Communities and organizations in six rural counties will share $11 million in federal funds awarded through grants from the Northern Border Regional Commission (NBRC). Created by the US Congress in 2008, the NBRC is a federal-state partnership working to alleviate economic challenges in northern counties across New York, Vermont, New Hampshire, and Maine. In New Hampshire, projects are eligible for the Catalyst program in all, or portions of, Belknap; Carroll; Cheshire; Coos; Grafton, and Sullivan Counties. Read the full article. As NH sets out to gauge energy efficiency awareness, some say education isn’t enough The latest triennial energy efficiency plan filed by New Hampshire’s utility companies could save consumers $675 million, prevent 2 million tons of greenhouse gases from going into the atmosphere, and support 1,718 full-time jobs. Read the full article. NH utilities file new energy efficiency plans after controversy New Hampshire utility companies have submitted their latest three-year plan for energy efficiency programs, after years of conflict among state leaders over who should pay for energy efficiency and how those programs should work. Read the full article. How the Inflation Reduction Act is helping to jumpstart New Hampshire’s long-stalled climate plan New Hampshire — long an outlier among New England states on climate action — is on its way to creating a new climate plan for the first time in 14 years. The state budget adopted last week includes a $3 million federal grant from a program intended to support the development of climate action plans across the country. Read the full article. Sununu announces support for proposed transmission lines for Canadian hydropower Gov. Chris Sununu expressed his support today for a proposed electric transmission project that could bring hydropower from Canada into New England through Vermont and New Hampshire. The Twin States Clean Energy Link is a proposal to move that hydropower using existing routes for power lines and new, buried power lines along state roadways. Read the full article. NH regulators approve Unitil plan for Kingston solar array New Hampshire’s Public Utilities Commission has approved a plan from the utility company Unitil to build a solar array. The company says it’s set to be the largest in the state. Unitil spokesperson Alec O’Meara said the company plans to begin construction later this year. Read the full article. NH regulators approve Unitil plan for Kingston solar array New Hampshire’s Public Utilities Commission has approved a plan from the utility company Unitil to build a solar array. The company says it’s set to be the largest in the state. Unitil spokesperson Alec O’Meara said the company plans to begin construction later this year. Read the full article. More electric vehicles are coming. But NH lawmakers are split on charging infrastructure study bill. The number of electric vehicles on New England roads is growing . But people driving EVs don’t have many charging options in New Hampshire. A bill introduced in the state Senate would create a committee to study how the state could help fund the development of more charging infrastructure. But legislators are split on the issue. Read the full article. New Hampshire bill would offer new path for utilities to procure electricity Long a proponent of allowing the free market to dictate energy sources and prices, the administration of Gov. Chris Sununu is now having second thoughts. Citing New Hampshire’s soaring electricity prices, the administration is pushing legislation that would allow electric distribution utilities to buy power directly from generators rather than solicit new energy resources from regional wholesale markets. Read the full article. New Hampshire sits out on $3.6B Northeast clean hydrogen hub proposal Much of the Northeast joined together last week in submitting a whopping $3.62 billion proposal to the federal government in hopes of becoming a regional clean hydrogen hub. Missing from the announcement was New Hampshire. Read the full article. Over 2 million more electric vehicles estimated in New England over next decade New England's grid operator says approximately 2.4 million more electric vehicles could be driving on the region's roads in the next decade. But clean energy advocates say without significant improvements to EV infrastructure and policy in New Hampshire, uptake here will lag behind. Read the full article. PUC report spurs concerns about future of state’s energy efficiency programs In 2021, New Hampshire’s Public Utilities Commission sent the state’s energy utilities into turmoil: It approved a plan to slash funding for the “NHSaves” energy efficiency program down to 2017 levels, sparking an outcry and legal challenges from the utilities. Read the full article. Clean Energy NH Adds Six New Board Members Clean Energy NH, the state’s leading advocate for a zero carbon energy system, is pleased to announce that the following individuals have joined its board of directors. Read the full article. In N.H., frustrations and finger-pointing as Dems try again on climate legislation For the fourth year in a row, Democratic lawmakers and their allies in New Hampshire will push for the state to join the rest of New England in codifying state-level greenhouse gas reduction goals. Read the full article. Public Utilities Commission issues report on energy efficiency ahead of next plan deadline New Hampshire’s Public Utilities Commission released a report earlier this month on energy efficiency, detailing their findings from an investigation launched in August assessing how those programs work. Read the full article. New England grapples with sky-high electricity rates as Ukraine war squeezes gas supply New Englanders are contending with some of the highest electricity rates in the country this winter as they weather the transatlantic ripple effects of a global gas crunch. Residents of New England’s six states have thus far enjoyed a relatively mild winter without rolling blackouts. Read the full article. From Climate Exhortation to Climate Execution There are about a hundred and forty million homes in the United States. Two-thirds, or about eighty-five million, of them are detached single-family houses; the rest are apartment units or trailer homes. Read the full article. Evans-Brown: Yes, your electric bill just went crazy. Here’s what you can do about it On Dec. 1, electric supply rates for Unitil customers went from 17.8 cents per kwh to 33.7 cents. When you get your next bill, it will be somewhere between $85 and $100 higher than your last one. Read the full article. New Hampshire’s latest energy strategy: blame other states for rising costs New Hampshire Gov. Chris Sununu’s administration is taking aim at the five other New England states, blaming their investments in renewable energy for higher electricity costs regionwide. Read the full article. Opinion: Don’t get left behind, New Hampshire In 2019, author and investor Ramez Naam opined that the world had entered the “Third Phase of Clean Energy .” He concluded, based on large volumes of data, that a threshold had been crossed and it was now cheaper to build new renewable energy resources than to operate existing fossil fuel resources. Read the full release. State regulators approve Eversource’s electric vehicle infrastructure plan A plan from Eversource to spend about $2 million helping to build out electric vehicle charging infrastructure in New Hampshire was approved by the Public Utilities Commission late Monday. Read the full article. Community Power Rules Finalized: Regulators Open the Door to Revolutionary Community Electricity Programs The New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission finalized the long-awaited rules which will govern New Hampshire’s community power aggregation program. The creation of this program will help to realize the potential of market competition in New Hampshire’s electricity sector which began more than two decades ago, in 1996. Read the full press release. Ride and Drive Expo Showcases Latest in EV Market Unitil Corporation, a provider of natural gas and electricity to customers in New England, teamed up with Clean Energy NH for an electric vehicle Ride and Drive Expo last weekend that attracted dozens of EV enthusiasts and put some curiosity seekers behind the wheel for the first time. Read the full press release. NH takes a step towards being serious about EV's - But the PUC dodges a decision to incentivize public charging infrastructure Via The NH Business Review By: Sam Evans-Brown Every time someone with an electric vehicle plugs it in and charges it overnight, they are saving money for their friends, neighbors and every other customer of their electric utility. Every Time. Don't believe me? Here's how it works. Read the full press release. North Country Communities Vote For Clean Energy Throughout the course of the past week, five Coos County communities approved funding for solar projects which combined will result in over a half a million dollars in energy savings over their lifetimes and leverage as much as $340 thousand dollars in grant support. Read the full press release. Clean Energy NH and Conservation Law Foundation Appeal PUC Efficiency Decision to the NH Supreme Court Today, in collaboration with the Conservation Law Foundation, Clean Energy NH filed an appeal challenging the Public Utilities Commission’s decision to drastically cut the state’s energy efficiency programs, which are delivered under the banner of NH Saves. The PUC struck a dramatic blow to NH Saves in a draconian order issued on November 12 of last year, and have refused to reconsider their decision. Read the full press release, or read the appeal. Clean Energy NH Announces New Board of Directors and Slate of Officers Clean Energy NH (CENH), a nonprofit organization advocating on behalf of clean energy policies and technologies to build a stronger economic future in New Hampshire, announces the appointment of five new members to its Board of Directors and its 2022 slate of officers. Read the full press release . Clean Energy Champions Recognized at Annual Member Holiday Event Clean Energy NH (CENH), the Granite State’s leading clean energy advocate and educator, has announced the winners of its annual awards. Read the full press release . Chris Skoglund to Join Clean Energy NH Skoglund has been a pivotal state official on energy policy for over a decade View Chris's bio . After more than a decade leading climate mitigation efforts as a state employee, Chris Skoglund will join Clean Energy NH as the new Director of Energy Transition. Read the full press release . Lawsuit Filed Challenging Decision Defunding NH Saves Municipalities, Housing Authorities and Efficiency Contractors Join Forces to Challenge PUC Decision Today Clean Energy New Hampshire and nine other energy efficiency advocates filed a lawsuit requesting an injunction that would stay an order issued by the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission last month. The order would cut the funding of the popular NH Saves energy efficiency programs by more than 50 percent. The lawsuit documents can be found here . "The documents and testimony compiled in this lawsuit demonstrate that if not stayed, this order will result in irreparable harm to countless New Hampshire businesses," said Sam Evans-Brown Executive Director of Clean Energy NH, "We urge the Superior Court to act swiftly to provide these businesses with relief while the PUC order is reconsidered." View the updated EERS Legal Fight Page. Clean Energy NH, Local Communities and Local Contractors Sue to Block Cuts to Efficiency Programs Clean Energy New Hampshire, in conjunction with local efficiency contractors and others that will be harmed by a November 12th order from utility regulators, announced it will file a lawsuit in the New Hampshire Superior Court. Read the full article Here. View the updated EERS Legal Fight Page . Clean Energy NH Announces New Deputy Director Stay Work Play NH Veteran Moves to Growing Clean Energy Organization View Beth's bio . Clean Energy New Hampshire (CENH) is adding to its team with the appointment of Beth San Soucie as Deputy Director. San Soucie most recently served as the Director of Communications at Stay Work Play New Hampshire, a nonprofit dedicated to attracting and retaining more young people to New Hampshire. Read the full press release .

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ENERGY SAVINGS Energy prices are soaring and winter is coming. Whether you rent or own a home, or are a business owner, everyone is looking for ways in which to lower energy costs and save money this season. Take control of your energy usage with dozens of energy-saving ideas, tips and how-tos. Follow along the clickable game board and explore the information, resources and FAQs listed below. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . GET HELP: CONTACT YOUR LOCAL UTILITY APPLY FOR AID THROUGH YOUR COMMUNITY ACTION AGENCY If you need help paying your electric or fuel bills or making your home snug for the winter, contact your local Community Action Agency (CAA) to apply for help. You must be a resident of New Hampshire and meet income eligibility requirements. With a backlog of applications, don't delay. Click here for a list of CAA phone numbers. The NH Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LiHEAP) provides economic aid for home heating costs for qualified renters and homeowners. if you or a family member qualify for SNAP, SSI or TANF, you are automatically eligible. Others must meet income eligibility requirements. Under the Energy Assistance Program (EAP) income-eligible customers of Eversource, Liberty, Unitil or the NH Electric Co-op can qualify for a 12-month discount on their monthly electric bill. Funds are limited, but successful applicants can get 8 - 76% off their bills. Take control of your energy consumption for free by simply changing some of your habits. Check out our 31 Day Energy Challenge , by visiting our Twitter and Instagram channels, to get inspired for how to lower your energy bills. Share your own favorite energy savings tips on social media or email us at hello@cleanenergynh.org so we can share them with others. Interested in sharing this information with your friends, family or colleagues? Download a printable version of our game board that includes more information for the 31 Day Energy Challenge. TIPS & TRICKS: PARTICIPATE IN THE FREE ENERGY CHALLENGE GET HANDY: WEATHERIZATION AUDITS AND ASSISTANCE Weatherization boosts your home's energy efficiency, safety, and comfort by repairing or improving its outside layer (the shell). It can include fixing broken doors and windows, patching small holes in the walls or roof, adding insulation, fixing the furnace and installing weatherstripping. Test your home's energy efficiency . Enter your home's energy usage in Home Performance with Energy Star (HPWES). A low score may qualify you for a home audit that may help you earn incentives for energy efficiency or weatherization help. The NH Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) directs federal grant money to low-income households hardest hit by high energy costs and not able to weatherize their homes without assistance. Eligibility guidelines are the same as for LIHEAP, but applicants must wait for an energy audit to see if their dwelling space qualifies for the program. USDA offers a Single Family Repair Loans & Grants program to very low-income rural homeowners who cannot get credit from other source. Known as the Section 504 program, amounts of $10,000 - $40,000 can be used to repair, improve or modernize homes. Many LiHEAP recipients use these funds to repair their homes before installing energy efficiency upgrades. CHOOSE A COMPETITIVE ENERGY SUPPLIER A competitive supplier is a company licensed by the New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission (NHPUC) to sell electric supply products to electricity consumers. They are separate from the utilities and focus mainly on energy supply . Visit the links below for more information about competitive energy supply, how to make the switch, and important FAQs before making your decision. Considerations when choosing an energy supplier Residential Competitive Energy Suppliers ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS LEND A HAND: CHECK IN AND SHARE TIPS Ask your neighbors, especially seniors, if they know about this website and the many money-saving ideas and resources listed. If you think they might qualify for rate assistance, make sure they have the number of your local Community Action Agency and urge them to call ASAP to apply for aid. Ask if they need help putting energy-saving ideas into practice. Have they swapped out their old bulbs for LED lights? If not, offer to buy the bulbs on their behalf and install them if they need help. Look for other ways you can help each other save on energy, such as carpooling to the grocery store or running an errand for someone else while you're out so you can save them a special trip. Get creative! GET CREATIVE: ORGANIZE AN EVENT Suggest that your Chamber of Commerce , local hardware store or building supply store host a public demonstration explaining when to use different kinds of insulation and weatherizing products and showing how to install them. Even better : Ask retailers to make a special energy-saving section or display in their store and offer volume discounts on LEDs, weatherstripping and thermal window film. Urge your church group, civic club, scout troop or neighbors to sponsor a fundraiser to buy energy monitors and weatherizing tools for a tool lending library. Host a coffee hour or drop-in day so others can learn how to use the new tools. Even better : Offer to do the work for one or more families who need hands-on help. START A WOODBANK: DO MORE GOOD WITH WOOD Start a "wood bank" - think of it like a food bank, a place where people can pick up items they need. In this case, it's a place where they can pick up firewood for free. Financial assistance for wood banks An in-depth guide on how to start a wood bank A list of New Hampshire wood banks: Sean Powers Wood Bank, Hopkinton, (603) 568-2783 The Grapevine Community Wood Bank, Antrim, (603) 588-7154 Wood Ministry at Kearsarge Presbyterian Church, (603) 526-4800 Peterborough Community Wood Bank, Peterborough, (603) 924-6800 Warner Community Wood Bank, Warner, (603) 456-3303 THINK BIGGER: LEARN ABOUT WINDOW DRESSERS This community-based program matches volunteers with homes that need window inserts to save on heating bills. ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS GET INVOLVED: BECOME A LOCAL LEADER Get involved with your local Energy Committee or Energy Commission. Reach out to your City or Town Clerk to learn if there is one in your community. If there's not one in your town, consider starting one with other clean energy champions. Visit here to find more information and resources on how to get one started. CALL YOUR LEGISLATORS: SUPPORT NH'S ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND RENEWABLE ENERGY PROGRAMS Let your NH State Representative and Senator know you care about energy costs and value the programs offered by NHSaves. Not sure of the elected official serving your district? Find your State Senator here and your NH State Representatives here . KEEP IT GOING: JOIN CLEAN ENERGY NH! Support the organization that is working in local communities, serving as regulatory watchdogs, and working with bipartisan coalitions of energy stakeholders to support favorable policies and practices that strengthen NH’s clean energy industry. Become a member Donate Volunteer: Email us at hello@cleanenergynh.org of your interest Get Help Get Handy Lend A Hand Get Creative Start a Wood Bank Call Your Legislators Get Invoved Keep It Going Social Energy Challenge Share Tips Think Bigger Resources ENERGY SAVINGS: RESOURCES Energy Efficiency Rebates and Incentives: NH Department of Energy: A great starting point -the site provides information specific to NH utilities. Federal tax credits with ENERGY STAR NHSaves program For Businesses: Check for savings by using these checklists (includes commercial buildings, housing, schools, churches, industrial plants, etc. North Country Farmers and Small Business Energy Savings/Funding Workshop ENERGY SAVINGS: FAQs What should I unplug when I go on vacation? What other recommendations would you have to save money year round? FAQs NHSaves

Become a member of CENH and support clean energy in the Granite State. MEMBERSHIP The knowledge, connections, and network to advance clean energy in New Hampshire. BUILDING RELATIONSHIPS TRANSFORMING THE CLEAN ENERGY ECONOMY. We build relationships among people and organizations using a fact-based approach that offers objective, balanced, and practical insights for transforming the Granite State’s clean energy economy and sustaining its citizens’ way of life. Support from our members enables us not only to continue our vital work, but to share their voices with those who need to hear them the most. Whatever drives you, be it high energy costs, the economy, jobs, expansion of renewable energy, or the impacts of climate change, membership with CENH is the best way to support clean energy in the Granite State. 100+ # OF BUSINESS MEMBERS VIEW BUSINESS MEMBERS # OF MUNICIPAL MEMBERS 50+ VIEW MUNICIPAL MEMBERS # OF INDIVIDUAL DONORS 550+ BECOME A DONOR Membership - Business BUSINESS MEMBERSHIP Clean Energy NH works with businesses across New Hampshire’s clean energy economy in a variety of ways - from industry collaboration to public education and policy engagement. To ensure strong alignment and meaningful participation, we ask prospective business partners to complete a brief interest form. After reviewing your submission, our team will schedule a conversation to learn more about your goals and identify the most appropriate engagement pathway. Nonprofits are eligible for a discounted rate. Learn how we are taking action for the business community. Membership - Municipality MUNICIPAL MEMBERSHIP Municipal membership supports New Hampshire communities in planning and implementing clean energy and energy efficiency projects. We work with local energy committees, municipal and school staff, and community leaders to provide trusted guidance and education that helps communities save money and meet local sustainability goals. JOIN NOW JOIN NOW Learn more about our work with communities. Membership - Individuals INDIVIDUAL SUPPORT Clean Energy NH is dedicated to lowering energy costs for Granite Staters and accelerating our transition to a clean energy future. We advocate for smarter energy policy, support local communities, and provide fact-based, unbiased information on clean energy, energy efficiency, and how we power our homes and businesses. We’ve updated the way you can support this mission. Instead of an annual “membership” structure, we now invite individuals to contribute as donors - giving what works for you, when it works for you. DONATE HERE Learn about how we are fighting for NH's clean energy future.

THE CLEAN ENERGY ECONOMY NEEDS SMART POLICIES. WE MAKE SURE YOUR VOICE IS HEARD. JOIN OUR COALITION OF CLEAN ENERGY ADVOCATES Clean energy businesses are job creators, driving New Hampshire's economy forward. Policymakers need to hear about the value your bring to their communities. We, at CENH, comprehensively track every legislative and regulatory action that could affect your business, and tell you how and when to contact your representatives. Make your voice heard in Concord! BECOME A BUSINESS MEMBER SUBSCRIBE TO OUR MONTHLY NEWSLETTER Never miss the latest news, action alerts, recommended reading, events, and more. SUBSCRIBE What Our Members Say "We believe in equitable access to sustainable, energy efficient and clean future for all NH residents and businesses. Clean Energy NH is a key partner in furthering that goal." Sarah Marchant, Chief of Staff NH Community Loan Fund GAIN ACCESS TO COMPREHENSIVE BENEFITS Apart from actively advocating for good policies in Concord, we provide our business members with: Regular policy calls and members-only newsletters that include the latest legislative and regulatory updates. Opportunities for networking with other professionals from the clean energy industry. Free tickets or discounts to our conferences and other events. Clean Energy NH has the connections and resources to make sure you know all the latest in the New Hampshire policy-making arena. WORKING TOGETHER, WE CAN MAKE PROGRESS In recent years, we have led efforts to: Defend the Renewable Energy Fund Preserve the value of Renewable Energy Credits Expand opportunities for community and low income solar And we helped prevent bills that would have: Significantly limited the implementation of market driven community power programs in NH Seriously reduced NH's net metering credit EXPLORE MORE RESOURCES We've worked with our trusted clean energy partners to identify the best resources to help you make better energy decisions for you and your business. We hope you will take some time to explore these resources: Education & Training Funding Opportunities Workforce Development EXPLORE RESOURCES OUR MEMBERS INCLUDE: To see a full list our members, visit: cleanenergynh.org/our-members

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Resources specific to New Hampshire Clean Energy NH RESOURCES LOCAL ENERGY SOLUTIONS CENH initiative to support local energy action; includes webinar library and case studies ----> ENERGY IN NH BLOG Blog by NH engineer on current energy topics ----> NH SAVES Portal for energy efficiency tips, incentives, & contractors ----> CLIMATE ACTION PLAN NH's 2009 plan for energy, environment, & development ----> LEGISLATIVE PROCESS MAP Community case studies from successful EE projects ----> RESIDENTIAL ENERGY PERFORMANCE ASSOCIATION Homeowner guides, contractors, trainings ----> GUIDE TO ENERGY CONSERVATION Field guide for energy conservation for NH businesses by NHRA ----> ENERGY EFFICIENCY & SUSTAINABLE ENERGY BOARD Meeting agendas & notes ----> NH GENERAL COURT Official website of the NH House of Representatives & State Senate ----> ----> PLAN LINK LISTSERV Information-sharing forum maintained by the Office of Strategic Initiatives NH PUBLIC UTILITIES COMMISSION Rebates, rates, & information on group net metering ----> NH ENERGY FUTURE Energy stories from businesses & municipalities ----> GROUP NET METERING GUIDE CENH's guide to Community Energy & GNM ----> NH GRID MODERNIZATION REPORT Final report of the Grid Mod Working Group ----> NH SOLAR TAX EXEMPTIONS Map showing communities with solar tax exemptions ---->