New Hampshire Seeks $70 Million Federal Grant to Boost Community Solar Access for Low-Income Residents

The New Hampshire Department of Energy has requested a $70 million federal grant to expand community solar for low-income residents in the state. The request was submitted with the EPA’s Solar For All competitive grant program, which has set aside $7 billion to increase solar access for people living in low income communities across the U. The grant aims to improve the economic benefits of community solar while assisting with customer acquisition. The proposal would allow landlords to take over tenant utility bills, roll the costs into rent, and offer discounts based on the solar savings.