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Solar Battery Storage
Save More with Solar Battery Storage
Want to make the most out of your home solar system? Adding a solar battery could be just what you need to help maximize your solar savings, increase your energy independence, and take control of your home energy use.
Choose the Solar Battery That's Right for You
Whether you want to maximize your solar savings or keep the lights shining bright during an outage,*The ability to power devices during peak times or during outages will vary depending on the amount of energy stored in the battery, the amount of wattage used by the appliances and devices powered by the battery, the ability to recharge during daylight hours, the frequency and duration of usage, and other factors. The battery storage system should not be relied upon as a single source of power for critical medical devices. SunPower has the solar storage solution to help you reach your energy goals.
Schedule your free consultation today and let our solar experts be your guide in choosing a solar battery system that will work best for you.
Learn more about the differences between solar batteries with and without backup.
Charge with Solar
As your SunPower Equinox® system generates energy during the day, any energy you're not using is sent to your solar battery system for later use. Depending on the storage system you choose, this stored electricity can be used to help you save on your electricity bills or power your home during an outage. *The ability to power devices during peak times or during outages will vary depending on the amount of energy stored in the battery, the amount of wattage used by the appliances and devices powered by the battery, the ability to recharge during daylight hours, the frequency and duration of usage, and other factors. The battery storage system should not be relied upon as a single source of power for critical medical devices.
Increase Your Energy Independence
Oftentimes, utility companies will charge more for electricity when demand is high. With a solar battery system, you can store your own clean, solar energy and use it to power your home when utility rates are usually at their most expensive, helping you save money on your electric bill.*The ability to power devices during peak times or during outages will vary depending on the amount of energy stored in the battery, the amount of wattage used by the appliances and devices powered by the battery, the ability to recharge during daylight hours, the frequency and duration of usage, and other factors. The battery storage system should not be relied upon as a single source of power for critical medical devices.
Enjoy More Solar Savings
When paired with your SunPower Equinox system, a solar battery can help boost your electricity bill savings more than just solar panels alone. Even as grid electricity rates rise, you can enjoy long-lasting peace of mind knowing you’ve made the smart choice for your home—and your wallet.
Help Lower Your Electricity Bills: Solar Battery without Backup
The equation is simple: the more you're able to use the electricity your home solar produces to power your home, the less electricity you'll need to buy from the grid. SunPower's solar battery system without backup captures and stores any excess solar energy your panels may produce during the day and saves it for use when utility rates are typically most expensive, helping you save money on your electric bill.*The ability to power your home during peak times depends on the amount of energy stored in the battery, the amount of wattage used by the appliances and devices powered by the battery, the ability to recharge during daylight hours, the frequency and duration of usage, and other factors. The battery storage system should not be relied upon as a single source of power for critical medical devices.
Enphase Battery System without Backup
Currently available in California, the Enphase Battery System without Backup is a great choice for homeowners whose utility companies offer net energy metering (NEM) programs.
Quality assured by SunPower, the Enphase Battery System works perfectly together with the SunPower Equinox home solar system to help reduce your carbon footprint and your monthly electricity bills.*The ability to power your home during peak times depends on the amount of energy stored in the battery, the amount of wattage used by the appliances and devices powered by the battery, the ability to recharge during daylight hours, the frequency and duration of usage, and other factors. The battery storage system should not be relied upon as a single source of power for critical medical devices.
Learn more about the Enphase Battery System without Backup
Gain Peace of Mind: Solar Battery with Backup
From rolling blackouts to lightning storms to simply spending more time at home, SunPower's solar battery storage with backup gives you the power to decide how your stored solar electricity is used, so yours can be the house on the block where the lights shine bright and the electricity bills drop.
SunVault® Storage System with Backup
SunPower's SunVault storage system gives you the power to decide how the excess solar energy generated by your panels is used—whether that's to power your home during an outage, reduce peak-time electricity charges from your utility, or a combination of both.*The ability to power devices during peak times or during outages will vary depending on the amount of energy stored in the battery, the amount of wattage used by the appliances and devices powered by the battery, the ability to recharge during daylight hours, the frequency and duration of usage, and other factors. The battery storage system should not be relied upon as a single source of power for critical medical devices.
Designed to pair seamlessly with your SunPower Equinox system and the mySunPower® app, the SunPower SunVault storage system is backed by our Complete Confidence Warranty.
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Increase earnings from solar battery storage with SunPower Virtual Power Plants
You can earn extra money on top of electric bill savings by joining SunPower's Virtual Power Plant and helping reduce strain on the electric grid.*Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs are available only in select locations. Benefits of these programs vary and are subject to change. Please check with your grid electricity provider to see if you are eligible. Your SunPower installer can also help you determine incentives available in your area.
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Enhance your home power system with solar batteries
Adding a home battery to your SunPower Equinox solar system is the perfect way to make the most of the solar energy you produce.
SunVault Storage FAQs
See how a solar battery system with home backup works, from day to night.
Understanding Time-Of-Use Electricity Rates
TOU rates refer to the higher costs your utility company may charge when demand for electricity goes up.
Battery system benefits under NEM 3.0 in California
Adding a home battery is key to getting the most out of solar under NEM 3.0 in California.
Frequently asked questions about solar battery storage
What is NEM 3.0 and how does solar battery storage factor into play?
NEM 3.0 is an updated solar buyback rate program in California effective April 2023 for PG&E, SCE, and SDG&E customers. Under NEM 3.0 the precise value solar customers are compensated varies with grid demand based on time, day, and month– but is on average 75% lower than it was for NEM 2.0 systems.
Solar batteries benefit homeowners by enabling you to store your excess energy rather than sending it back to the grid, allowing you to use it later to maximize the value of that energy.
What is included in the SunPower® SunVault® Storage System?
SunVault storage is comprised of two boxes (or more with whole home backup), the SunVault Battery and Hub+® (the brains behind the system). Additionally, all customers receive access to SunPower's mobile app to view their performance and manage system settings.
What is included in the Enphase Battery System without Backup?
The Enphase battery system has two main components: the IQ Combiner and two 5P IQ Enphase Batteries. The Enphase battery system also is paired with the Enphase Enlighten monitoring mobile and web app.
Is there a warranty? How does it compare?
SunVault is included in of SunPower’s leading Complete Confidence Warranty and provides 10 years of unlimited battery cycles. Therefore, you only have one company to call for both your solar and storage systems.
The warranty for the Enphase Battery System without backup is provided directly from the manufacturer. Enphase IQ 5P Batteries are warranted for 15 years. Other component warranties vary. Visit the Enphase Warranty page for more information.
Will the battery work on days when it is not sunny outside?
SunVault storage is designed to charge when it is sunny and discharge when needed based on your settings. In your mobile app, you can select how much stored energy you want to use daily for cost savings and how much to reserve for an outage.*The ability to power devices during peak times or during outages will vary depending on the amount of energy stored in the battery, the amount of wattage used by the appliances and devices powered by the battery, the ability to recharge during daylight hours, the frequency and duration of usage, and other factors. The battery storage system should not be relied upon as a single source of power for critical medical devices.
Read more frequently asked questions about solar storage or learn about SunPower Virtual Power Plant (VPP) Programs.