The most recent reports from Greentech Media (GTM) and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), the U.S. solar market grew by 95% in 2016. Who wouldn't want to be part of that growth, with payback in 3-7 years, and on average 15-20% return on investment year over year?
Tesla recently announced the Solar Roof, a mix of solar and non-solar tiles, is available for sale, but is the investment worth it? How does an investment into Tesla’s Solar Roof compare to a typical solar system?
The Trump Administration has announced a 30% national tariff on imported solar panels - learn how this will affect any future solar panel installations.
Boston Solar recently attended Solar Power Northeast. We want to keep you updated with the most recent trends, technology and research in the solar industry.
Dana Goodman, Community Programs Specialist at Boston Solar, interviews Boston Solar customer Dana Evans about her positive experience selling her home with solar. Evans discusses how solar added value to her home.
Are you looking for ways to use less energy and lower those energy bills over the holiday season? Check out these 5 simple energy saving tips from Boston Solar, your local solar contractor in Massachusetts. You can save by switching to LED lights, turning down the thermostat, and more.
See the impact that Boston Solar has had on renewable solar energy use here in Massachusetts in 2018. Boston Solar is the #1 residential solar contractor based in the state, with more than 3,700 solar panel installations. Learn more about solar power in Massachusetts here.
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.
What does it mean to have a zero net energy, or zero energy, home or building? Learn about what the terms “net zero energy,” “zero net energy,” and “zero energy” mean, and find out why solar plays a key role in achieving zero net energy. Boston Solar is Massachusetts’ renewable solar energy expert.
Is it safe to install solar panels on your roof? Are there electrical dangers of solar energy? Boston Solar explains why a safe solar installation is key to reducing any risks involved with solar energy. Put your solar safety concerns behind you when you trust the licensed and experienced solar pros at Boston Solar.
If you have questions about solar energy or just want to show off your solar IQ, this is the quiz for you. Test your knowledge, and see what installing solar panels can do for your Massachusetts home. Boston Solar is the number one MA based solar installer, serving the North and South Shores all the way to Hampden.
There are big savings to be had for homeowners in Needham who are considering solar installations for their homes. The Solarize Mass Plus program is back in Needham, offering rebates and incentives on air source heat pumps, electric vehicles, and a custom-designed solar power system from Boston Solar.
How can you be sure your solar installer isn’t trying to take advantage of you? These best practices are what keep the solar industry honest, and upfront. Before you start searching for “solar companies near me,” learn how Boston Solar is keeping up with the customer service standards of the solar industry.
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.
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.
Another trip around the sun — the same sun that the solar panels we have installed throughout Massachusetts are turning into renewable energy. Take a look at the year we’ve had here at Boston Solar, reducing the carbon footprint and energy bills of our friends and neighbors with professional solar installation.
Have you been wondering what is behind the house fires attributed to solar panels throughout MA lately? Learn what is causing these solar panel fires, and how you can avoid the dangers of a poorly installed solar PV system. Boston Solar is a 5 star rated Mass. based solar installer, with more than 4,000 safe installations.
The city of Brookline, MA just banned the installation of new fossil fuel pipelines in homes and buildings. How does this affect the future of energy here in Massachusetts? Boston Solar uncovers the all-electric movement and the role that renewable solar energy plays in a low-carbon future for the Bay State.
Looking to join a mission-driven team of solar professionals, master electricians, and installation experts here in Massachusetts? Boston Solar, the number one Mass. based solar installer, offers competitive salaries and impressive benefits. Learn more about our job openings and solar career opportunities with Boston Solar.
A message from Boston Solar on what we are doing to maintain our best business practices, while accounting for the health and safety of our fellow Bay Staters amid the spread of COVID-19. With a combination of virtual solutions, employee screening, and sanitization measures, Boston Solar puts safety first.
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.
Find out what Boston Solar is doing to maintain its best business practices while accounting for the health and safety of Massachusetts customers amid the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. With a combination of virtual solutions, employee screening, and sanitization measures, Boston Solar continues to put safety first.
It has been a doozy of a year for everyone, but Boston Solar has still been able to make moves when it comes to solar installation throughout Massachusetts. Learn how many installations we’ve completed this year, how much energy and money we’ve helped save, and about other notable projects we are proud of.
Boston Solar breaks down the many factors that contributed to Texas’ historic blackouts amid winter storm Uri and explains why a similar occurrence is unlikely in Massachusetts. Learn about clean energy measures and the importance of solar battery storage as we modernize the grid and move toward a more sustainable future.
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.
Thinking about starting a career in solar energy? Learn why breaking into the solar industry is an excellent career move. Boston Solar, the #1 MA-based solar installer is hiring and we would love to have you join our team. Keep reading to learn more about open positions and apply today!
Learn why solar panels can’t provide backup energy on their own and how Boston Solar can help you find the right backup power source for your home. We’re the #1 MA-based solar installer. Call today to schedule a free consultation.
Learn the spooky truth about fossil fuels! Boston Solar explains what fossil fuels are, how fossil fuels affect the environment, and alternative energy sources, like solar. If you’re feeling haunted by fossil fuels, give us a call today to schedule a solar consultation. We’re the #1 MA-based solar installer!
Learn how you can avoid winter energy price hikes with solar panels and batteries. Boston Solar explains how you can save on energy costs with solar while protecting yourself against fluctuating utility costs. Call us today to schedule a free solar consultation.
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.
Find the perfect solar company near you in Massachusetts. Learn how to distinguish between qualified and unqualified solar installers, and learn what to look for when choosing a commercial or residential solar installation company. Schedule a consultation with Boston Solar today—we’re the #1 MA-based installer!
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.
Learn more about solar microgrid energy systems, including how solar microgrids work and the benefits of solar microgrids. Boston Solar can help you find the right solar solution for your home with leading products like Enphase microinverters and batteries.
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!
Solar is the most abundant renewable energy source on the planet! Learn more green solar facts and find out how you can make sustainability a part of your St. Patrick’s Day celebrations this year with help from Boston Solar, the #1 home solar provider near you in Massachusetts.
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!
Learn more about the Enphase IQ8 solar microinverter and the benefits of this leading solar panel inverter technology, like backup power without a solar battery. Find out how Boston Solar can help you take full control of your solar power generation with Enphase solar products. Schedule a consultation today
The federal solar tax credit is worth 26% of your solar installation costs in 2022! Schedule your solar installation before the end of the year to qualify for the 26% investment tax credit. Learn more about the solar tax credit in 2022 and schedule a consultation with Boston Solar today!
It usually takes 40 days or less to get your solar permits. Learn more about the variables that impact solar permits, what types of permits you need to install solar panels, and what the solar installation timeline looks like. Boston Solar makes it easy to go solar in MA! Call us 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.
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.
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.
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 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.
Boston Solar installed a 297-panel commercial solar energy system for MGM Music Hall at Fenway. Read the case study and learn more about commercial solar installation in Massachusetts!
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!
The new MGM Music Hall at Fenway brings more jobs, music, arts, culture, and community to Boston, and it also brings greater sustainability. The venue will be powered by a 297-panel commercial solar energy system designed and installed by Boston Solar, a Proud Partner of the Boston Red Sox.
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.
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.
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.
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.
You can roll over unused portions of your solar tax credit for as long as the credit is in effect. Learn more about how federal solar tax credit rollover works from Boston Solar. We are the leading solar installation company in Massachusetts.
Learn the key differences between residential and commercial solar panels in terms of size, system design, installation, and cost. Call Boston Solar for commercial solar installation in Massachusetts. We are the leading local commercial solar company.
The #1 Solar local solar panel installer Is now back in Western MA. Save extra money by lowering your electric bill this summer and spend that extra cash! Boston Solar is the #1 Massachusetts solar installation company and we are not serving Western MA!
Learn more about the Inflation Reduction Act’s climate provisions. Find out how you can take advantage of new incentives like the 30% federal solar tax credit. Call Boston Solar today for a free solar quote.
What do homeowners regret most about installing solar panels? It's not choosing their own products or hiring a bad installer. It's waiting too long to take the plunge. Every day you wait to go solar takes money out of your pocket and puts it into your utility company, saying it was summer right around the corner. You'll soon be racking up astronomical electric bills to run your AC all day.