State Overview
New Hampshire
National Solar Capacity Ranking: 43rd
Data Current Through: Q2 2024
New Hampshire State Solar Overview
New Hampshire is home to 85 solar companies that have worked hard to make an impact in the available clean energy in the state. A large portion of these solar companies focus on manufacturing.
Just The Facts
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State
New Hampshire
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Solar Installed (MW):
287
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State Ranking, Cumulative Capacity Installed:
43rd
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State Ranking, Capacity Installed in 2023:
40th
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Enough Solar Installed to Power:
45,902 homes
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Percentage of State's Electricity from Solar:
1.84%
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Solar Jobs:
1,172
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Solar Companies in State:
64 (19 Manufacturers, 22 Installers/Developers, 23 Others)
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Total Solar Investment in State:
$770 million
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Prices have fallen:
43% over the last 10 years
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Growth Projection and Ranking:
531 MW over the next 5 years (ranks 45th)
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Number of Installations:
21,028
New Hampshire State Solar Policy Resources
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DSIRE Incentives Database – New Hampshire – Search a public clearinghouse for specific solar energy incentives in New Hampshire and across the United States
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New Hampshire Office of Strategic Initiatives – Renewable Energy Incentives
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New Hampshire Public Utilities Commission – Learn about the governing body that regulates the electricity rates and services of New Hampshire’s public utilities
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New Hampshire Solar Panels Overview – Learn about the history of solar policy in New Hampshire, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
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New Hampshire State Legislature – Track pending legislation affecting solar energy, locate and contact individual legislators, and stay up to date on current legislative issues in New Hampshire
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New Hampshire Sustainable Energy Association – NHSEA’s mission is to strengthen New Hampshire’s economy and conserve natural resources by promoting a transition to clean, efficient, and renewable energy.
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Solar Panel Cost in New Hampshire – Learn about the history of solar policy in New Hampshire, along with up-to-date pricing information on EnergySage
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Solar Rebates & Incentives in New Hampshire – Check out EnergySage’s list of key solar incentives in New Hampshire to see what programs you can benefit from
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U.S. Energy Information Administration – New Hampshire State Profile – Explore official energy statistics, including data on electricity supply and demand, from the U.S. government
Merrimack
Merrimack Solar Farm
Merrimack Solar Farm in Merrimack was developed by SunRun and came online in 2019. This 3 MW project produces enough electricity to power 514 homes.
Keene
Filtrine Manufacturing
Target, Filtrine Manufacturing, and Tru Form Precision Manufacturing have all gone solar in New Hampshire. Filtrine Manufacturing's 800 kW project in Keene is one of the largest corporate projects in the state.
