Solar News & Climate Blog


What Do Net Metering Changes Mean for the Future of Residential Solar Power?

On April 15, California modified one of the most attractive residential solar net-metering programs in the nation. California has long been a leader in promoting …

The Future of U.S. Power Generation Belongs to Solar (and Wind and Batteries)

With all of the ambitious goal-setting around cutting carbon emissions, it’s easy to question whether these targets are for real or just so much political …

Renewables Pass Coal in U.S. Power Generation

But Is It Soon Enough to Ward Off the Worst Effects of Climate Change? America reached an historic – if largely unheralded – milestone in …

Think Global Warming Will Mark the End of Snow in New England?  Think Again!

Now that Spring has arrived, it’s time for a look back at the 2022-23 winter season and some of the weather records it set. Despite …

Community Power Comes to New Hampshire – But Will It Green the Grid?

A new electric utility is setting up shop in New Hampshire. If you live in one of the 18 cities or towns that it’s ready …

There’s Never Been a Better Time to Go Solar with a Solaflect Tracker!

With Spring just around the corner, Solaflect Energy is getting ready for another busy season of solar Tracker installations. Our Trackers deliver 40% more power …

As the Climate Warms, So Does Our Arctic Connection

How Will Wider Temperature Swings Affect Home Heating and Cooling Demand? They call it “climate change” for a reason. While our planet is warming fast, …

Climate Checkup for 2022:  What Six Charts Tell Us

2022 was another year of wild, warm and unpredictable weather. As we did a year ago, here’s an annual checkup on the globe’s health, as …

New England Utilities Hit by Year-end Power Outages and Set More Rate Hikes for 2023 

Last summer, New Hampshire ratepayers saw their electric bills soar by 40% – 60%. Now it’s Vermont’s turn. Four municipal utilities in Vermont are raising …

Solar Wraps Up 2022 with a Mixed Bag of Policy Developments

The holidays are upon us – and time for some good cheer! Still, the world keeps on spinning on matters we hold dear. December has …

FAQ: What Is Vermont’s Long-term Plan for Electric Vehicles? 

The move toward an all-electric future just got a step closer in Vermont. The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources (ANR) has completed two public hearings …

It’s Time to Give Thanks for Recent Policy Gains in Fighting Climate Change

As we head into Thanksgiving weekend, it’s time to take stock of our world and give thanks for things we hold dear. There’s a lot …