Bensonwood Woodworking Company

“Enacting [a renewable energy policy] will create local jobs and business opportunities…and position Keene as a leader in renewable energy.” 

— Tedd Benson, Bensonwood Founder

Bensonwood Woodworking Company‘s new 136-kilowatt photovoltaic array is expected to produce 40 percent of the electricity needed at their building system’s manufacturing facility.

The flat roofs of factories are the perfect place for installing photovoltaic panels that harness the sun’s rays and creating power. Another benefit is that many factories operate during the day when solar energy is collected and generated. The photovoltaic array is just another step toward the companies’ commitment to sustainable and clean technology buildings.

Bensonwood is using its new solar-powered facility to better serve commercial clients and the multifamily sector, in addition to the single family custom home market.

As a high-performance, sustainable builder, Bensonwood believes in walking the talk. They are proud to build energy-efficient homes in a facility that is powered by renewable energy.

Monadnock Food Co-op

“The Monadnock Food Co-op values a Triple Bottom Line: people, planet, and profit. We have over 3,000 members from the region who share these values.”

— James Holcomb, Sustainability Coordinator 

The roof of the Monadnock Food Co-op is home to New Hampshire’s first Community Supported Solar program, a locally developed, funded, owned and controlled initiative. These hidden solar panels generate more than 50,000 kilowatt-hours per year, saving 37 tons of carbon dioxide and generating enough energy to power four homes for an entire year. This solar program, paired with the $100,000 plus we have invested in making our building more energy efficient, is a testament to the Co-ops and our member-owners strong commitment to sustainability. The Monadnock Food Co-op is on track to run on 100% renewable energy long before 2030.

Read the Monadnock Food Co-op letter of support.