Wattsmart batteries

Get paid for enrolling a qualifying battery

If you've installed a solar system with backup battery storage, you can participate in our Wattsmart® Battery program. We'll automatically manage your battery as part of our smart power grid.

BENEFITS 

  • Get an upfront rebate when you enroll.
  • Earn ongoing bill credits.
  • Optimize your solar energy. 
  • Help create a healthier environment.
  • Keep electricity prices among the nation's lowest.

Incentives and eligibility

    Rebates and incentives

    Based on battery output in kilowatts (kW)

    Residential battery incentives are $400/kW with a cap of $2,000 per household.

    Sonnen Core

    4.8 kW x $400
    1 battery = $1,920
    2 batteries = $2,000
    3 batteries = $2,000

    Sonnen Eco

    7.2 kW x $400 = $2,000

    Sonnen Core+

    4.8 kW/up to 3-stacked batteries
    1 battery = $1,920
    2 batteries = $2,000
    3 batteries = $2,000

    Sonnen EcoLinx

    30 kW/up to 6-stacked batteries
    1 battery = $15,000

    SolarEdge

    5 kW x $400
    1 battery = $2,000
    2 batteries = $2,000

    Fortress Power Envy True 8kW Based Systems
    (paired with a minimum of 2-eFlex 5.4 batteries or 1-eVault Max 18.5 battery)

    8 kW x $400 = $2,000

    Fortress Power Envy True 12kW Based Systems 
    (paired with a minimum of 3-eFlex 5.4 batteries or 1-eVault Max 18.5 battery)

    12 kW x $400 = $2,000

    Torus Station Core with 8kW inverter

    5 kW battery system = $2,000
    10 kW battery system = $2,000
    15 kW battery system = $2,000

    Torus Station Core with 16kW inverter

    10 kW battery system = $2,000
    15 kW battery system = $2,000

    Torus Station Core with 24kW inverter

    15 kW battery system = $2,000

    FranklinWH aPower X

    5kW x $400 = $2,000

    Franklin WH aPower 2

    10kW x $400 = $2,000

    Multiple batteries are capped at $2,000 per household.

    Qualifying Residential Batteries

    • Sonnen Core
    • Sonnen Eco
    • Sonnen EcoLinx
    • SolarEdge Energy Bank
    • Fortress Power Envy True
    • Torus Station Core
    • FranklinWH aPower X
    • FranklinWH aPower 2

    Batteries must have the ability to integrate with Rocky Mountain Power’s distributed battery grid management program, including 30-second interval data, via IEEE2030.5.

    PROGRAM STEPS

    1. Work with a certified installer to provide an estimate for an eligible battery system.
    2. Once you've decided to move ahead, your installer submits a customer generation application.
    3. You and your installer receive an approval email from Rocky Mountain Power.
    4. Your system is installed.
    5. Installer applies to the Wattsmart Battery Program via this website.
    6. We work with the battery manufacturer to confirm that your battery is operating correctly.
    7. You receive the upfront incentive check by mail, Venmo or PayPal.

    RESOURCES & CONTACTS

    Review the customer information handout. Questions? Email us.
    Are you a battery manufacturer? Find details on participation. 
    Are you a trade ally? Review the vendor information video and handout

    Rebates and incentives

    Based on battery output in kilowatts (kW)

    • Commercial battery incentives are $500/kW.
    • Commercial and industrial batteries greater than 30 kW require pre-approval and an incentive offer letter.

    Qualifying Commercial Batteries

    • Sonnen
    • Torus

    For more information about non-residential battery options, please inquire with an email to Battery@RockyMountainPower.net.

    PROGRAM STEPS

    1. Work with a certified installer to design a battery storage project that meets your needs. 
    2. Express your interest in the Wattsmart Battery program by sending an email to Battery@RockyMountainPower.net.
    3. We will work with you to provide a pre-approval letter and an incentive offer letter.
    4. Once you've decided to move ahead, your installer submits a customer generation application.
    5. You and your installer receive an approval email from Rocky Mountain Power.
    6. Your system is installed.
    7. We enroll you in the Wattsmart Battery program and work with the battery manufacturer to confirm that your battery is operating correctly.
    8. You receive the upfront incentive check by mail, Venmo or PayPal.

    Application

    Rocky Mountain Power will work with non-residential customers to enroll in the Wattsmart Battery Program once the battery storage system has been installed.

    RESOURCES & CONTACTS

    Review the customer information handout. Questions? Email us.
    Are you a battery manufacturer? Find details on participation. 
    Are you a trade ally? Review the vendor information video and handout

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