Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) are an enormous incentive to going solar in Massachusetts, but they will be gone in 2018. Learn more about SRECs in this blog post.
With so many options available, it can be difficult to understand whether buying/financing or leasing/PPA a solar system is best for you. Let's clarify the differences and see what is best for you.
Are you a commercial building owner or a land owner interested in solar and making extra money without investing anything? If so, then a solar site lease may be the right option for you.
If your familiar with solar in Massachusetts, you know about the SREC program. Today, the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (MA DOER) announced an extension to the SREC II program. We'll discuss why the time to go solar is NOW before the next program is instated and what it's successor may look like.
Why Every Home-Based Business Should Consider Going Solar
Each year, more and more home-based business owners in Massachusetts realize the business benefits of solar energy. Installing a solar energy system not only reduces energy costs, but home business owners can take advantage of other financial incentives that make a big difference in both their personal and professional bottom line.
Take a look at what an Eversource and a National Grid electricity bill will look like after installing solar panels on your Massachusetts home. Boston Solar uncovers how much solar electricity can save you each month, what a negative bill looks like, as well as other solar incentives like net metering, SMART incentives, & the federal solar tax credit.
The lucrative financial incentives to go solar won't last forever - read more to find out why NOW is the time to go solar in Massachusetts before Solar Renewable Energy Credits (SRECs) end.
It’s never been easier to start saving when you install solar in Massachusetts. Think of all the things you could buy with the money you saved from going solar!
It’s time to get smart about Massachusetts’ new incentive program, SMART. At Boston Solar, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about SMART and how it can help you get the most out of your solar installation.
Get SMART about SMART — the Massachusetts Solar Incentive Program for homeowners. Learn about the transition from SRECs to SMART, and what it means for your solar electric (PV) system installation.
Take advantage of SMART program incentives and the 30% federal solar tax credit by investing in solar in 2019. 2019 is the last year for the full Federal Investment Tax Credit, so it pays to go solar this year. Learn more about the benefits of solar from Boston Solar, your #1 solar installer in MA.
Investing in solar for your business can reduce your tax burden, deliver high ROI, stabilize your budget, and more. Learn about the economic benefits of a commercial solar PV system. Boston Solar is a leading solar installer serving the North Shore, Metro West, South Shore, Central Mass, and Western Mass.
Find out if a grid-tied, off-grid, or hybrid solar PV system is best for your home in Massachusetts. Each solar system type offers various levels of energy independence and energy bill savings. Learn more about solar system options from Boston Solar, Massachusetts’ #1 residential solar installer.
Stay up-to-date on the SMART solar incentive program and find out if you still have time to install a solar PV system and qualify for SMART financial incentives. Boston Solar is Massachusetts’ premier authority on solar and local incentives, offering residential and commercial solar panel system installation as well as solar batteries.
Achieve even greater peace of mind concerning your residential solar investment with Boston Solar’s new Production Guarantee. We guarantee your new system will produce a specified amount of energy, or we’ll pay the difference! Learn more about this exclusive guarantee for Massachusetts homeowners.
Wondering if you can trust online solar calculators? Learn the difference between programs like Project Sunroof and Solar Reviews, and a customized solar quote from a trusted local solar expert. Boston Solar provides custom solar quotes and professional residential solar installation throughout Massachusetts.
Find out how solar affects home resale value — and what happens when you sell or buy a home with solar panels. Boston Solar, a Massachusetts based solar installer serving homeowners from Western Mass to the North Shore and South Shore, takes you through various solar real estate scenarios.
What if you didn’t have to choose between a comfortable home & a high energy bill in the summer? Installing solar panels on your home can reduce your need to run your air conditioner & offset your electricity usage. Boston Solar is the #1 MA based solar installer serving the North & South Shore, Central & Western MA.
Is Tesla Powerwall right for your solar energy system? Investing in solar energy storage can give you access to greater energy independence and earn valuable energy efficiency incentives. Learn more from Boston Solar, Massachusetts’ trusted solar contractor and Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer.
Did you know you can receive additional incentive income by adding solar battery storage to your system of solar PV panels? Boston Solar walks you through the ConnectedSolutions solar battery program, which compensates National Grid and Eversource MA homeowners for demand response throughout the year.
Read what Boston Solar customers are saying about the real savings they’ve had from the Federal Solar Tax Credit, and incentives offered by the SMART program here in Massachusetts. Boston Solar goes above and beyond to educate our customers about all the savings available to go solar in Mass.
Get the details on solar net metering here in Massachusetts, and learn if your utility company offers the decades of energy bill savings that net metering can provide. Boston Solar is the Bay State’s number one MA based solar insaller, and will design and install a solar PV system designed for your needs.
Find out how investing in solar + storage can help you maintain your access to power, even during a power outage or power surge. Boston Solar is the top solar contractor and Tesla Powerwall Certified Installer serving customers across Massachusetts.
Curious about what the electrify everything movement is all about? Learn how to electrify your home, and how you can power your environmentally friendly household with solar energy. Boston Solar is the #1 MA based solar installer, and is also an authorized installer of Tesla Powerwall.
Did you know there are programs available to help reduce the cost of installing solar panels on your Salem, Swampscott, or Nahant, MA home? Boston Solar is the exclusive solar photovoltaic installer with the Solarize Mass Plus program for homeowners on the North Shore. Solarize Mass Plus is powered by MassCEC and DOER.
What if you could spend less on your heating costs this year, and reduce the cost of installing solar panels on your Massachusetts home? Boston Solar has the money-saving home heating tips you’re looking for, from closing up your fireplace to scheduling a no cost home energy assessment. Learn more here.
NFL teams and stadiums across the country are using solar energy to reduce their energy consumption. Boston Solar uncovers how teams like the New England Patriots, the Falcons, and the Eagles are utilizing solar panels and LED lighting to make game day more sustainable. Boston Solar is a full-service solar contractor in MA.
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Learn how to make sure your new solar panel installation is covered by your homeowners insurance, and rest easy knowing your solar panels are a lasting investment. Boston Solar is a full service local solar installation contractor serving the North Shore, South Shore, greater Boston Metro area, and the Pioneer Valley.
Take a look at the long list of savings available for solar installation in 2020. Boston Solar walks you through the details of the tax credits for solar panels on a net metered property, SMART incentives, the Solarize Plus program, and much more. Schedule your free quote with Boston Solar today.
There are still incentives available to homeowners looking to reduce the cost of their solar installations in 2020. Learn how the Federal Investment Tax Credit, Massachusetts state offered tax breaks, & SMART incentive income can reduce how much it costs to power your home with renewable energy. Schedule a free quote.
Wondering what SMART blocks are still available in your city? Boston Solar has compiled all the resources you need to sign up for the most lucrative Massachusetts SMART solar incentive block and start generating income from your renewable solar energy. Boston Solar is a full service solar installation contractor.
Are you thinking of adding solar battery storage to your residential or commercial solar installation plans? Learn from Boston Solar, what it will take to qualify the cost of installing a solar plus storage system for the income tax incentive of the Federal Investment Tax Credit here in Massachusetts.
Learn the top reasons to install solar panels on your commercial property or business, from the number one Massachusetts based solar installer, Boston Solar. Take advantage of the income from SMART incentives, net metering, and the solar tax credit while using clean energy.
Did you know there are many financial incentives to help reduce the cost of installing solar panels on your Salem, Swampscott, or Nahat home? Boston Solar walks you through the many incentives in the North Shore that make going solar that much easier—like the Solarize Mass Plus Program, Federal and state tax breaks, & more.
Have you been wondering about the benefits and available incentives for going solar here in Needham like the Solarize Mass Plus program along with state and federal solar incentives? Boston Solar is the official solar installer for the Solarize Needham program and can help you secure maximum savings on going solar.
By financing your solar installation with the right solar loan, you can keep your custom-designed system of solar PV panels cash positive while reducing your carbon footprint. Boston Solar uncovers the details behind $0 down solar financing, and how you can use solar incentives to get the most out of your system.
Are you concerned your energy bills are on the rise while you work from home this summer? Boston Solar can help offset your increase in energy usage, and prepare your home for decades of energy savings with solar-plus-storage installation. Boston Solar is a certified installer of Tesla Powerwall and sonnenBatterie.
Did you hear the Solar Massachusetts Renewable Target (SMART) incentive program has been doubled? Learn about the increased SMART blocks, and how you can take advantage of this lucrative solar incentive with your residential solar PV installation. Boston Solar is the number one Mass. based solar installer.
Don’t wait until next year, by installing solar before the end of 2020, you’ll benefit from max solar savings. Learn more about the federal solar tax credit in 2020, SMART incentives, and how much energy residential solar installation can save your home, from the number one Massachusetts based solar installer at Boston Solar.
Learn about the pros and cons of backup generators and solar battery backup systems, and how you can utilize the strengths of these emergency power solutions to keep the lights on during an outage. Boston Solar is an authorized installer of Tesla Powerwall and sonnenBatterie for your custom designed solar PV system.
Concerned about the upfront cost of solar? Learn about your solar financing options, and how owning your solar panel system provides many more benefits in the form of solar incentives. Boston Solar can help you choose the right solar loan option, while designing a solar PV system customized to your energy needs.
Watch aerial drone videos of Boston Solar’s commercial solar panel installations. See how much these local businesses will save over the lifetime of their commercial solar PV systems, through commercial solar incentives, energy savings, and more.
Learn about the tax benefits of solar installation beyond the federal and Massachusetts state solar tax credits. Boston Solar ensures you understand every aspect of the savings you can see from installing solar, including the property tax exemption, sales tax exemption, and more. Schedule a free quote today.
There are many financial incentives to reduce the cost of installing solar, but if you wait until after 2021 those savings could expire! Learn about the federal solar tax credit, the Massachusetts state solar tax credit, SMART incentives, and more from the number one Massachusetts based solar installer at Boston Solar.
The federal solar tax credit has been extended and will remain at its current 26% level for the next two years! Learn about the future of the Federal Investment Tax Credit and other ways you can save on solar installation from the number one Massachusetts-based solar installer, Boston Solar.
Between the recent ITC extensions and ongoing programs like MACRS and SMART, there’s never been a better time to go solar. Keep reading to find out why your business should have solar panels installed in 2021, and how Boston Solar can help you maximize solar savings for your Massachusetts business.
Learn about the difference between “behind-the-meter” and “front-of-meter”, and what these terms mean for your solar panels and battery. Reach out to Boston Solar with any questions you have about solar energy, net metering, and other solar incentives. Schedule a free consultation today!
Find out what your non-profit organization has to gain by installing solar panels, and what incentives are available to make the upfront costs worthwhile. Boston Solar is the solar energy company to partner with for a smooth transition to solar at your non-profit organization in Massachusetts.
Boston Solar makes it easy to claim your federal solar tax credit with this handy, step-by-step guide. Wondering whether you qualify, or how to file? Boston Solar is here to help and we always recommend speaking to a tax advisor to determine how solar energy tax incentives apply to your personal tax situation.
Learn about the new administration’s plans for renewable energy and green initiatives, and find out how Americans in Massachusetts and across the country stand to benefit from clean energy generation policies. Boston Solar is the #1 MA-based solar installer. Schedule a free solar quote today.
Get the latest information about the SMART program and find out which blocks are still accepting solar project applications. Boston Solar is the number one MA-based solar installer and can help you qualify for as many solar incentives as possible. We’ll handle the entire SMART application process for you.
Meet the Enphase Encharge and find out whether this solar battery is right for you. How does the Enphase battery work? How much does an Enphase battery cost? Get answers to these questions and more from the number one MA-based solar installer—Boston Solar. Call today to get a free solar quote.
Find out how your electric bill will look different after you have solar panels installed and learn how to read an average electric bill with solar panels. Boston Solar clears up the confusion around solar panels and electric bills and explains how going solar can make your electricity bill negative.
Learn about the differences between solar leases and solar loans, and find out which might be the right choice for your solar panel installation. Boston Solar offers solar loans for homeowners through Mass Solar Loan and Sungage. Give us a call today to learn more and get a free solar quote.
Find out how you can pay $0 down and be cash positive with solar in Massachusetts. Boston Solar offers affordable financing options and can help you save or even make money with solar incentives like SMART and net metering. Get a free, custom solar quote online today.
Find out how efficient commercial solar panels are and learn about the benefits of solar panels for your Massachusetts business. Boston Solar is the #1 MA-based solar installer. We design custom solar energy systems for local businesses and non-profits using the highest efficiency solar panels on the market.
Thinking about a DIY solar panel installation? Learn about the pros and cons of installing your own solar panels and find out why it’s usually best to leave this project to a professional. Get help with your solar panel installation from the #1 MA-based solar installer—Boston Solar. Get a free quote online today.
Find out whether it makes more sense to install a solar battery now or in the future. Can I add a solar battery to my solar system later? How much does it cost to add battery storage to a solar system? Get answers to all of your questions about solar batteries from Boston Solar, the #1 MA-based solar installer.
Learn about the different ways to fund solar as a non-profit including ownership, PPAs and solar leases, and find out how Boston Solar can help with your non-profit’s solar installation. We’re the #1 MA-based solar company, and we’ve installed over 4,500 solar energy systems. Schedule a free consultation today!
Learn how solar helps cut air conditioning costs for Massachusetts homeowners. Boston Solar can design a custom solar power system that offsets your air conditioner’s energy consumption and reduces your summer electricity bills. Schedule a free consultation today!
Go solar in Waltham with help from the solar experts at Boston Solar. We’re the number one Massachusetts-based solar company and we can design a custom solar energy system for your Waltham home. Schedule a free solar consultation today!
Learn how solar battery storage works, and how a solar battery will help you during a summer storm. Boston Solar is the #1 MA-based solar installer, and we can help you protect your home during a power outage with battery storage. Schedule a free consultation today!
Learn everything you need to know about installing solar at your rental properties from the #1 MA-based solar installer, Boston Solar. How can landlords benefit from solar? How does solar work for a rental property? Boston Solar answers these and more questions. Click here!
Take advantage of Boston Solar’s installation guarantee! When you buy solar panels by Oct 16, 2021 we’ll guarantee your installation by the end of the year or we’ll pay you $1,000! Click here to learn more about this limited-time offer and why we’re the best solar company for your Massachusetts solar panel installation.
Learn more about solar energy for business and whether commercial solar panels are worth it for your small business. From reduced operating costs to commercial solar incentives and a smaller carbon footprint, Boston Solar talks about the many benefits of solar for small business owners.
Learn about five of the best solar incentives available to Massachusetts homeowners and how Boston Solar can help you take advantage of savings. From SMART solar incentives to solar net metering, solar tax credits, and more, we break down the best ways to save with solar.
Take a look at how Boston Solar and Massachusetts residents saved money, earned MA solar incentives, reduced carbon emissions, and improved the local community with solar panels this year. See what we did and 2021 and how you can go solar in 2022 with the leading solar company near you in Massachusetts.
Learn why the coming year is a great time to go solar in Massachusetts. Take advantage of solar incentives like the federal solar tax credit, the MA SMART solar incentive program, ConnectedSolutions, and so much more. Schedule a consultation with Boston Solar today.
Take advantage of the benefits of commercial solar for your Massachusetts business. Learn how solar will help power your business for free, stabilize operating costs, increase profits with incentives like SMART, and more. Boston Solar is the commercial solar installer MA businesses trust. Call us today!
Make your business a healthier and more comfortable place to work while reducing your operating costs and improving your bottom line! Learn tips to improve building efficiency and health from Boston Solar, like commercial solar installation, commercial indoor air quality improvements, heat pumps for businesses, and more.
See how Boston Solar is joining forces with the Red Sox to encourage more solar installations in Massachusetts. Learn more about the benefits of solar and how the Boston Red Sox are making sustainability strides in baseball. Looking for a home solar company in MA? Call us today!
Keep electricity costs low and avoid winter energy prices spikes by going solar now! Solar panels power your home for free so you can save money. Beat the rush and schedule a free solar panel cost estimate with Boston Solar today. We’re the leading solar provider near you in MA. Call today!
Cut costs and carbon emissions by charging your electric vehicle with solar power. Learn more about the benefits of solar-powered EV charging stations in your home. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today. We’re the #1 home solar provider near you in Massachusetts.
Can you run a heat pump with solar panels? Learn more about combining solar and heat pumps when electrifying your home’s heating and cooling system. Boston Solar is the #1 MA-based solar installer that can help you benefit more from home electrification upgrades. Schedule a solar consultation with our team today.
Solar panels help reduce attic temperatures and keep your entire home cooler. Learn more about how attic temperatures impact your AC costs and how installing solar panels can help you stay cool and save money. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today. We’re the #1 MA-based home solar installer!
Get reliable backup power for your home or business and help modernize the grid with solar battery storage. Learn more from the leading solar company based in Massachusetts, Boston Solar.
Solar makes sense for most homeowners. Learn more about solar payback periods and if solar is a good investment for your home. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today!
Make your house more environmentally friendly with these eco-friendly home improvement ideas from Boston Solar! Ready to make the switch to solar? Schedule a free consultation today.
Get a 26% federal solar tax credit when you go solar before the end of 2022. Learn more about how the solar investment tax credit works and how to claim it. Boston Solar is the leading solar provider near you in Massachusetts. Call us today to get started!
Earth Overshoot Day is the day our demand for ecological resources exceeds what the Earth can generate. Learn more about Earth Overshoot Day and how you can help create a more sustainable future with Boston Solar, the leading solar provider near you in MA.
Here is how to earn your federal solar tax credit when you go solar before the end of 2022. Learn more about how the solar investment tax credit works and how to claim it.
The federal solar tax credit is being reduced at the end of 2022—learn more about what your business needs to do to qualify for the full 26% by the end of the year! Boston Solar is the #1 Massachusetts-based solar installer. Request a free commercial solar quote today.
Learn what to expect from your solar panels in the summer and the winter. Solar panels generate electricity in all seasons so you can enjoy solar benefits year-round. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today!
Find out what the Inflation Reduction Act means for you, your healthcare, the environment, and your solar panel installation. Boston Solar breaks down the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 in this easy guide!
Follow these seven tips for a sustainable Labor Day in 2022. From post-parade clean-up to reusable party decorations, there are plenty of ways to celebrate an eco-friendly Labor Day. Learn more from Boston Solar.
Solar is a smart investment for Massachusetts homeowners. From energy bill savings to solar incentives and tax credits, there are a lot of reasons to go solar now. Learn more from Boston Solar, Massachusetts’ leading local solar installer.
Massachusetts gets its electricity from natural gas, solar power, wind power, and several other sources. Learn more about the Massachusetts electric grid and how electricity is produced in MA.
Find out how much solar panels cost in Massachusetts and what impacts solar installation costs. Get a free solar estimate from the leading solar installer near you in Massachusetts, Boston Solar. We can help you save with the 30% federal solar tax credit.
Solar is a smart investment for retirees! Lower your bills, gain access to tax credits and incentives, increase your home value, and more when you go solar now. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today.
The Inflation Reduction Act increases the solar tax credit to 30% for commercial projects and adds a direct pay option for tax-exempt organizations. Find out how your business can benefit from solar tax credits and incentives.
Get benefits like tax breaks, lower energy costs, blackout protection, and more when you install solar at your rental properties. Boston Solar is the leading commercial solar company in Massachusetts. Contact us today to learn more about multifamily unit solar installation.
Find out what other homeowners wish they knew before going solar! Ask these 10 questions before hiring a solar company in Massachusetts. Schedule a free consultation with Boston Solar today. Local installer with over 10 years experience.
The new Massachusetts climate law of 2022 removes restrictions on solar installations and is set to help Massachusetts significantly reduce its carbon emissions. Learn more about what the new climate and clean energy law means for solar installation.
Solar panels save on energy costs not only this winter but every season for the next 20+ years. Learn more about the benefits of solar in the winter and how going solar now can help you avoid winter energy price hikes!
Nonprofit organizations now qualify for 30% direct pay for solar installation through the Investment Tax Credit. Learn more about who qualifies for direct pay and how it can help your nonprofit organization go solar.
It’s hard to predict the future, but we know one thing about the coming year—energy costs are going up. National Grid is already expecting a 64% increase in residential electricity bills this winter. Producing your own energy with solar panels is the best way to save on electricity bills and avoid rising costs.
The new Inflation Reduction Act solar and energy efficiency tax credits will be in effect in 2023! Find out how you can take advantage of tax credits to maximize your savings. Ready to get started? Schedule a free solar consultation with Boston Solar.
Check out our round-up of solar industry highlights from 2022! From the Inflation Reduction Act’s solar tax credit increase to new Massachusetts climate legislation and more, it’s been an exciting year for solar energy.
Solar panels can power electric heating systems for free and help offset the cost of gas or oil heating. Schedule a free solar assessment with Boston Solar to find out how solar can reduce your energy costs this winter.
Installing solar panels positions you as a green company and is a great way to build brand equity. Looking for a commercial solar company in Massachusetts? Boston Solar is the leading local commercial solar installer. Schedule a consultation today!
Fall in love with solar benefits in 2023! Lower energy bills, qualify for solar tax credits, reduce your carbon footprint, and more with a Massachusetts solar installation. Schedule a free solar assessment with Boston Solar today.
Electric vehicles qualify for a tax credit worth up to $7,500 in 2023! Learn more about the federal EV tax credit and how it can help you get an affordable electric car.
Solar panels and batteries work best together, but you don’t have to install solar panels to benefit from battery storage. Standalone batteries can be installed independently of solar panels. Learn more from Boston Solar.
Find out what commercial solar provisions are in the Inflation Reduction Act and how you can take advantage of new commercial solar tax credits and incentives.
Solar panels can be recycled, but only partially in the US. Learn more about solar panel disposal practices and what happens to home solar panels when they reach the end of their life.
Get answers to all your questions about the Inflation Reduction Act solar tax credit, including what the tax credit is, who's eligible, and what expenses it covers. Schedule a free solar consultation with Boston Solar today to learn more about solar incentives in MA.
The Federal Solar Tax Credit makes solar panels and solar batteries more affordable for Massachusetts homeowners. The newly increased tax credit is worth 30% of your total solar installation costs which can translate into thousands of dollars in savings.
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