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Globe and Mail
2 days ago
- Business
- Globe and Mail
Soleeva Launches Initiative to Facilitate State-Funded Solar and Battery Storage for Low-Income Households
Soleeva, a California-based solar installer, assists eligible homeowners with the installation of solar panels and battery storage units under the CPUC's $280 million incentive program, significantly reducing costs with state and federal funding. Soleeva Energy today announced a dedicated effort to support low-income California homeowners in securing financial incentives from the California Public Utilities Commission's (CPUC) Residential Storage and Solar Equity program. The statewide initiative, active since June 2, 2025, provides subsidies for solar panels and battery storage installations, with Soleeva serving as an approved contractor under the CPUC's Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP). The CPUC's $280 million program targets households at or below 80% of Area Median Income or enrolled in income-qualified utility assistance programs (e.g., CARE, FERA). Incentives cover up to $1,100 per kilowatt-hour of battery storage and $3,100 per kilowatt of solar capacity, potentially eliminating out-of-pocket expenses when combined with federal tax credits. Soleeva streamlines the application and installation process for eligible customers, ensuring compliance with program requirements. Homeowners must meet specific criteria: enrollment in CARE or FERA discounted-rate programs, ownership of their primary residence, and a structurally sound roof with adequate south- or west-facing space. Approved participants apply for the installation of a solar system (up to 10 kW), battery storage (up to 18.82 kWh), and necessary electrical panel upgrades. Soleeva manages design, permitting, and installation, enabling households to lower energy bills, gain backup power during outages, and contribute to grid stability. 'Every household we equip with solar and storage accelerates California's clean energy transition,' noted Ahmad Qazi, CEO of Soleeva. 'This program empowers communities to take control of their energy futures while supporting the state's climate resilience goals.' Funds are allocated first-come, first-served, with high demand anticipated. Participants must reserve incentives through Soleeva and complete installations within one year, including enrollment in a utility-managed Demand Response (DR) program to optimize grid usage. Learn about Soleeva's services at For CPUC program details, visit About Soleeva Soleeva Energy Inc., founded in 2010, is a California-based solar energy provider specializing in grid-resilient technologies for residential communities focused on innovation, quality, and community impact. As an approved installer under California's Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP), Soleeva serves California households with a commitment to resilient clean energy transitions and empowers communities to harness solar and storage for long-term savings and grid stability. Media Contact Company Name: Soleeva Energy Inc. Contact Person: Aisha Effendi Email: Send Email Phone: +18338208080 Country: United States Website:
Business Wire
17-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
Haven Energy and Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) Launch Program Offering No-Cost Battery Storage for Eligible California Homeowners
LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Haven Energy, a climate tech company that is expanding access to reliable, renewable energy for homeowners, today announced its partnership with Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) to enroll its qualifying customers in the Battery Bonus Connect program, offering qualifying, single family homeowners access to battery storage systems at no purchase or installation cost. The program is funded through California's $280 million Self-Generation Incentive Program Residential Solar & Storage Equity (SGIP RSSE), a state initiative designed to spur adoption of solar and storage systems. Qualified homeowners approved for the SGIP rebate will receive a battery storage system and full installation at no out-of-pocket cost, with no additional monthly payments beyond their regular electricity bill. Funding is limited and awarded on a first-come, first-served basis. CEA estimates approximately 300 qualifying homeowners will receive home battery systems through this inaugural program. Through the Battery Bonus Connect program, homeowners' batteries will also participate in a CEA–managed virtual power plant (VPP), operated on their behalf by Haven Energy. During periods of high demand, the VPP helps stabilize the grid and lower electricity costs by pooling stored energy from participating systems. Homeowners can expect 20% of their battery capacity to always be reserved for backup power, ensuring reliability while maximizing bill savings. 'We're excited to partner with CEA to add batteries for hundreds of their customers, lowering homeowner energy costs and providing backup power,' said Jeff Chapin, Haven Energy's chief product officer and co-founder. 'By installing and aggregating the customer-sited battery systems into a VPP, we will also reduce grid congestion, lower our reliance on fossil fuels, and accelerate California's optimization of renewables. Rather than sending surplus solar electricity to the grid in the middle of the day, we will store that electricity in the battery systems and discharge it during evening peak demand, reducing the need for natural gas generation.' To qualify for the Battery Bonus Connect program, a homeowner must be a CEA residential customer, participate in CEA's PeakSmart Savers program, own their home, and have a household income at or below 80% of the Area Median Income (AMI), typically verified with a 1040 tax form. Enrollment in programs like CARE, FERA, or ESA generally indicates eligibility under the income requirement. The program does not require a credit check or place a lien on the property. As part of enrollment, the program will assess your home's configuration, available space, and other factors to determine the technical feasibility of adding a home battery system to existing solar PV. 'The Battery Bonus Connect program is a meaningful step toward making clean energy solutions more accessible and available to all of CEA's customers,' said Greg Wade, CEO of Clean Energy Alliance. 'By partnering with Haven Energy, we're helping income-qualified customers with existing solar systems to gain the added benefits of battery storage – improving energy reliability, lowering electricity costs, and supporting a cleaner, more resilient grid. This program reflects CEA's commitment to an equitable and affordable clean energy future.' About Haven Energy Haven Energy is a climate technology company advancing the clean energy transition by scaling the adoption of distributed energy resources in underserved communities. Haven specializes in deploying solar and battery systems for single-family and multifamily homes, as well as small commercial and industrial businesses, through strategic partnerships with utilities, non-profits, and government agencies. These systems are integrated into aggregated virtual power plants (VPPs), enabling customers to monetize grid services' participation and significantly lower their electricity costs. For more information, visit About CEA Clean Energy Alliance (CEA) is a locally controlled, not-for-profit power provider serving over 250,000 customers in the cities of Carlsbad, Del Mar, Escondido, Oceanside, San Marcos, Solana Beach and Vista with a focus on sustainability, competitive rates and community reinvestment. CEA follows a community choice aggregation (CCA) model that allows local governments to purchase power to meet their community's electricity needs, offering an alternative to investor-owned utilities.
