Comments on: New Hampshire State Solar Power Rebates, Tax Credits, and Incentives

By: George Horrocks

Sat, 21 Nov 2009 00:24:40 +0000

If you want experience, you really should consider joining SEAREI (see SEAREI.org or check the Facebook group) SEAREI is a non-profit that does “Energy Raisers”, like an old fashioned “barn raiser” for both Solar Hot Water and PV. We have one of each going in before the end of the year. People get together and are part of teams working under the direction of local tradesmen (like Glover Plumbing Miner Electric, Harmony Energy Works). It is a great time, a good thing, and you get lots of hand-on – and meet great people. We will also be holding training classes this winter, if you want to up your training.

By: John McCracken

Mon, 16 Nov 2009 17:30:14 +0000

I have recently completed a course in Photo-Voltaic installation and am trying to break into the field. I would like to learn more from “on the job” experience. The more we can promote renewable energy the more systems we can get up and running.

By: George Horrocks

Wed, 28 Oct 2009 14:27:17 +0000

While cost is certaily not the only reason to go solar, end costs have plummeted within the last year due to falling module prices and state and federal rebates. For small 2KW – 2.5KW systems that means only about $2/W ($4000-$5000 total installed net cost). There are also 2 state non-profit groups SEAREI and PAREI that do community barn-raiser style “Energy Raisers” for both PV and solar hot water which reduces the labor component by allowing you to “pay it forward”. So, cost is really no longer a valid argument. When you also include the increased value to your house (a minimum of $15,000 for every $1,000 you reduce your annual energy costs) plus 25+ years of energy production, your real return is almost 4 times what you paid for the system. Unthink Solar.

By: Andrew w / Infingery

Mon, 17 Aug 2009 13:45:14 +0000

Bill they are not that expensive any more, prices have dropped alot in the last year. Plus with some of the options out there any more you can even get a solar system on your roof without any investment while saving upto 20% a month.

By: Bill

Wed, 29 Jul 2009 19:11:59 +0000

It just seems that we have come so far in our fight to conserve energy but systems are still really expensive and there is really no DIY alternatives.

By: Murray

Mon, 27 Jul 2009 01:39:52 +0000

Ute contact our office in Grantham at 603-863-1974 and they can go over the benefits of a Solar system. Ask for Andy

By: ute

Wed, 22 Jul 2009 18:11:26 +0000

i would like more information about solar energy for our home,right now we heat with natural gas and elctric,

By: Timothy Holmes

Thu, 16 Jul 2009 19:51:17 +0000

It is about time we begin to realize the environmental and economical benefits of alternative energy. Even just as important is increased energy efficiency. If you are considering a Solar Power, Solar Thermal(water heating for various uses), Wind Power, Geothermal etc… one should request an energy audit from their local utility. They will recommend low cost excellent conservation and energy efficiency improvements for your structure. Once you have had an energy audit and understand your consumption contact SunWindLLc.com for a site evaluation and proposal for an alternative energy system. The current administration has increased tax credits and combined with state and utility incentives there is no better time to hop on board the green train!!!

By: Roland

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 14:42:30 +0000

Northern New Hampshire may not be the best place to install solar collecting panels, however, has the technology improves I believe solar panels in conjunction with wind power will become a via able alternative.

By: Tom

Wed, 03 Jun 2009 18:29:45 +0000

I am looking for a career change and believe that solar power is definitely the future. What is my best course of action at this point. I have two college degrees and am very “good with my hands”. I built a structurally insulated panel home and heat with pellets. I want to be part of the revelution.