New Hampshire Seniors Battle Rising Energy Costs | Concord News

Concord News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 25, 2026 · 2m

When energy bills soar, some New Hampshire residents like Kevin Riley are forced to tap retirement savings—then invest in solar panels to slash costs from $200+ to just $4 a month. While state programs like Fuel Assistance offer relief averaging over $1,000 per household, they’re stretched thin as more families struggle to afford heat, food, and transport. New federal funding for clean energy upgrades is stalled in bureaucracy, leaving advocates frustrated and residents waiting for real solutions. The push for affordable, sustainable energy continues, even as the urgency grows for everyone to…