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HPSE: New Hampshire
State Policies
School districts in New Hampshire may receive up to an additional three percent in state construction aid for completion of projects that build to Northeast CHPS criteria as described in a Regional Guideline: Ed 306.06- School Facilities
Information about NH programs can be found at the New Hampshire Department of Education's School Building Aid site as well as at the NH Partnership for High Performance Schools.
Grants and Rebates
National Grid operates a diverse selection of energy efficiency programs in New Hampshire. These are rate-payer funded, and definitely worth investigating.
DSIRE maintains a database of incentives for New Hampshire, many of which can be applied to schools. See the page for more information.
High Performance Schools in New Hampshire
| School Name | Location | Criteria Used | Status | Features |
| Merrimack Valley Middle School | Penacook, NH | NE-CHPS | Completed | Renovation of 40-year-old building. A wood chip-fired boiler heats both the Middle and High Schools. One year after renovation, the school saved 66% in energy costs. |
| Bethleham, NH | NE-CHPS | In Progress | Rainwater collection from roof runoff will be used to irrigate fields; More than 75% of construction wastes to be recycled. | |
| Laconia Middle School | Laconia, NH | NE-CHPS | In Progress |
For More Information
The High Performance Schools Exchange offers presentations and trainings to design and building professionals as well as school administrators and committees. These are available at no cost. and can be scheduled by contacting Carolyn Sarno at csarno@neep.org or at (781)860-9177 x119.