Why is electricity so expensive in Massachusetts?

In Massachusetts, there are thousands of people who are struggling with expensive electricity bills. Massachusetts is currently the fourth most expensive state in the US for electricity. The states that beat them out are New York, Connecticut, and Alaska. Why is electricity so expensive in Massachusetts? The truth is that there are many things which […]

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Top 5 Ways to Lower Your Electric Bill in MA

Electricity bills are something that can be very costly if people do not properly manage their electricity. People who let their electricity usage get out of control face steep bills capable of ruining their finances. Luckily, there are ways for people to successfully lower electric bills if they have gotten out of hand. There are […]

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​Why has Boston become a leader in solar in Massachusetts?

Investing in solar power in your home or business can decrease your electric bills substantially and save on our environment. A Massachusetts solar power incentive program has been established to encourage the installation of solar heating panels in businesses and homes. The incentive program is easing permitting requirements, and planning a bulk purchase, city wide […]

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Thin-film Organic Solar PV Maker Konarka Technologies Files for Chapter 7

On Friday, Massachusetts-based Konarka Technologies, a thin-film solar manufacturing company, announced that it was filing for bankruptcy protection, bringing the total number of solar companies that have gone out of business in the past year to sixteen. Read More: Thin-film Organic Solar PV Maker Konarka Technologies Files for Chapter 7

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Large Installers and Financiers Dominate the Residential Market in Massachusetts

The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center has made data on the number of projects funded through the Commonwealth solar grant available to the public. You can find the information on MA CEC’s website or download it here in excel format. The data is very detailed and tells an interesting story that can be used for industry […]

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