SolarEdge has recently qualified as a home battery storage provider for Pacific Power’s Wattsmart Battery Program. This program offers incentives for solar battery installations in Washington and Oregon, providing cash incentives to residential and commercial customers who install eligible solar batteries.
The SolarEdge batteries are high-efficiency, DC-coupled batteries that are now approved for the program. Homeowners in Oregon and Washington who install a SolarEdge battery can earn $600 per kilowatt, with a maximum of $3,000 per battery. Commercial customers can also qualify for the same incentive, with a cap at 30 kW. This upfront payment helps offset the cost of the batteries, making them more accessible to a wider range of customers.
In exchange for these incentives, Pacific Power can utilize the stored energy in the batteries to support the grid during peak demand, balance the grid in real-time, manage peak energy loads, and provide backup power during outages. This partnership allows for a more resilient and flexible grid while also maximizing the benefits of solar energy storage.
Pacific Power already runs similar virtual power plant programs in Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming, with SolarEdge batteries playing a significant role. Now, the program is expanding to the Pacific Northwest to further enhance grid stability and efficiency. Shawn Grant from PacifiCorp, the operator of Pacific Power, expressed confidence in SolarEdge’s technology and installer network, stating that they effectively integrate with the Wattsmart Battery Program.
Marty Rogers, the general manager of SolarEdge North America, highlighted the benefits of the program, emphasizing the higher efficiency and cost-effectiveness of the DC-coupled architecture. Participants can earn significant incentives while maximizing backup power and savings.
The Wattsmart Battery Program is now available for customers in Oregon and Washington, offering a valuable opportunity to enhance energy resilience and efficiency. To learn more about the program and how to participate, customers can visit Pacific Power’s website for detailed information.
In conclusion, SolarEdge’s qualification for the Wattsmart Battery Program marks a significant step towards promoting renewable energy storage and grid stability in the Pacific Northwest. The partnership between SolarEdge and Pacific Power is set to drive innovation in the energy sector and create a more sustainable future for the region.
