Rye Energy Committee

05/04/2026

Interested in saving on your electric bill?

The Rye Energy Committee is exploring the best ways to help residents understand practical ways to lower electric costs, including reducing energy use, rooftop solar, and battery storage.

More than 150 Rye homes have already installed rooftop solar, some also have battery backup.

Our goal is to provide clear, objective information so residents can better understand their options. Please help us by completing this short survey.

https://forms.gle/Lxq5DLSQL1U3BGnZ8

It's anonymous and does not commit you to anything. It will help us decide how to best deliver information that would be most useful to Rye residents.

The Committee does not sell products, endorse installers, recommend financing, or guarantee savings.

For more information, contact the Rye Energy Committee at [email protected].

04/16/2026

Good news for NH Tesla battery owners. Now you can enroll in Eversource’s Connected Solutions program and earn payments by allowing your battery to supply power during peak demand events.

Connected Solutions has been available in MA and CT and is now launching in NH. Eversource estimates average annual payments of about $1,125, depending on battery size and performance.

Other battery brands listed on the program website are expected to become eligible over time.

If you have solar – or are considering it – and have questions about battery backup, contact the Rye Energy Committee at [email protected]

04/13/2026

Rye Energy Committee Members Wanted
The Rye Energy Committee is seeking additional members to help us carry out our charter to advise the town and residents on reducing energy use, lowering costs, and planning for the future.
Our recent work includes converting municipal lighting to LEDs, securing grants for solar on town buildings, and providing public education on energy efficiency and savings.
We are working on an initiative to help residents evaluate solar and battery options to lower their electric bills. We need new members to help with outreach and public information sessions.
No technical background is required, just an interest in reducing energy costs and improving resilience matters. The committee meets monthly on the first Tuesday.
If interested, attend a meeting or contact us at [email protected].

03/23/2026

There have been some changes at the Rye Energy Committee. Our co-chair, Howard Kalet, was elected to the Select Board and so has stepped down, and another member has moved out of town. So now we’re looking for residents to join the committee. If you’re interested in learning more about our upcoming activities, please
attend our next meeting at 3:30 on April 7 at Town Hall.

02/20/2026

Free ButtonUp workshops explain how to save energy and money while making your home more comfortable and efficient. There is a ButtonUp Webinar tomorrow Saturday, Feb 21 at 9:00. Use this Zoom link: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/88688878509?pwd=RJWrOcwRoqTdWStRgCXWkNdASLh7sI.1

01/13/2026

The Rye Community Power default residential rate (Granite Basic) will be 14.663¢ per kWh, effective with the first February meter read and continuing through July 2026.

Rye Community Power has been operating since spring 2023. Customers are always free to choose their supplier and energy product. RCP offers four options, ranging from the minimum required renewable content (Granite Basic) to Clean 100, which is sourced from 100% renewable energy.

Customers can change products or opt in or out of Rye Community Power at www.communitypowernh.gov/community/rye or by calling customer service at 1-866-603-POWR (7697).

Customers may also wish to sign up for CPCNH’s email list to receive future rate updates and legislative action alerts.

09/18/2025

Does anyone subscribe to the Eversource Connected Solutions program? What brand and size battery do you have? How much does the program pay you?

Home batteries can help you store your clean solar energy or simply provide backup energy in case you need it. Learn more from Eversource.