By Sam Wigness | Feb 15, 2024

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Through the Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP),  Californians who live in fire zones and meet other eligibility  requirements can get a rebate on battery storage for up to 100% of the  total cost of the project.

Whether it’s paired with solar panels or not, battery storage can be  used as a backup electricity source during power outages and to avoid  high utility prices during peak demand periods.

The biggest hurdle to battery storage is cost. But between the 30% federal tax credit for battery storage and the SGIP rebate, eligible California homeowners can significantly reduce this barrier or eliminate it altogether.

In this article, we’ll cover basic SGIP info, explain who is eligible, and give you a roadmap for claiming your battery rebate.

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The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) is run by the California  Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) and offers a rebate for installing  battery storage in your home.

The SGIP rebate works as a reimbursement after the project is  installed and applies to both the equipment and installation cost of a  battery storage project. Battery storage does not need to be paired with solar in order to qualify for SGIP – although there are benefits to pairing solar and battery storage, especially in California.

While a good chunk of Californians qualify for a 15% SGIP rebate  based on their utility, some qualify for the rebates that cover 85% or  even 100% of the cost of battery storage.

Related reading: California Proposes Beefed-Up Solar and Battery Rebates for Low-Income Households

Battery backup may seem like a nice-to-have for most homeowners, but  it can be a crucial lifeline for people that face frequent power outages  and rely on electricity to power medical devices and water wells.

In addition to safety concerns, California’s energy grid benefits  from residential battery storage during times of extreme heat and fire  risk.

In fact, during a record heat wave in September 2022, 80,000 residential batteries charged by solar panels and tied to the grid provided 340 MW of power (roughly the capacity of a mid-sized power plant) during peak hours to help avoid rolling blackouts.

So not only is battery storage beneficial to homeowners, it can make  the local grid more resilient during extreme weather events.

Residential battery storage is a win-win for California residents and  utilities – hence the SGIP rebates. Now let’s see who qualifies for  this substantial battery discount.Our smart energy management solutions allow you to monitor your energy usage in real-time. With this information, you can identify areas where you can save energy and reduce your energy bills.

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