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Permanent Battery Storage Rebate

Permanent Battery Storage Rebate

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PG&E residential electric customers who experienced 8+ Enhanced Powerline Safety Settings events
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PG&E offers a $7,500 rebate to residential electric customers who install approved permanent battery storage systems for outage protection. Customers who experienced 5+ wildfire safety outages since January 2024 may qualify, with applications accepted through December 31, 2026 or until funds are exhausted (510 rebates remaining as of March 2026).
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Up to $5,000 rebate for permanent battery storage (up to $7,600 with SGIP)
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Reembolso de Almacenamiento de Bateria Permanente - PG&E ofrece un reembolso de hasta $7,500 para clientes residenciales que instalen sistemas de bateria aprobados para proteccion contra cortes de energia.
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https://www.pge.com/en/save-energy-and-money/rebates-and-incentives/permanent-battery-storage-rebate.html

Eligibility

Applicants must meet all Terms and Conditions

Download the Terms and Conditions (PDF)
  • Be a residential electric service customer of PG&E

Solar customers

Check with your solar provider before purchasing a battery to ensure compatibility with permanent battery storage.
Note: Be aware of the important dates and timing below.
  • Rebates must be reserved by December 22, 2024.
  • Your rebate application must be submitted within 12 months from the date you receive the Confirmed Reservation Notice.
  • The application cannot be submitted until the project is interconnected and has received Permission to Operate.
  • Please ensure you have allotted enough time to purchase, install, interconnect the system and submit the application within the 12-month timeframe.

Apply

Steps to apply for the Permanent Battery Storage Rebate

Step 1: Submit the Permanent Battery Storage Rebate Reservation Request Form
You will need your PG&E Service Agreement ID, located on page 3 of your bill:
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2023 statement with Service Agreement ID highlighted
Step 2: Wait for the email
Within 5 business days you will receive confirmation of your eligibility to apply for the program.
Note: Please do not submit more than one rebate reservation form.
Step 3: Purchase and install an approved battery through a licensed contractor
If you need help locating an installer, the contractors on our list have installed permanent batteries through PG&E’s programs, view our contractor list (XLSX).
Step 4: Receive Permission to Operate (PTO) from PG&E’s Electric Generation Interconnection(EGI) Department
After your contractor has installed the battery, they must submit an interconnection application with PG&E’s Electric Generation Interconnection department.
Note: Remember to enroll in a Time-of-Use Rate Plan. Once Permission to Operate has been issued, the PG&E EGI Team will send the customer an email advising Permission to Operate has been granted.
Step 5: Once you receive Permission to Operate, submit your Permanent Battery Storage Rebate application
Before submitting your application, be sure you have the purchasing agreement/contract that includes the date of installation, the contractor’s license number and the make/model of the battery.
Note: The invoice is not the purchasing agreement/contract.

Dual participation

Eligible customers may participate in both the Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) General Market (GM) Budget* and the Permanent Battery Storage Rebate Program.
Benefits:
  • Maximize incentives. Customers may receive up to $7,600 in rebates:
    • $5,000 from the Permanent Battery Storage.
    • Approximately $1,500 - $2,600 from SGIP GM.
Self-Generation Incentive Program Requirements:
The General Market Budget Step 7 available funds require:
  • Customer must be in a Tier 2 or 3 High Fire-Threat District or have experienced 2 or more Public Safety Power Shutoff events.
  • Must be on an SGIP approved Time of Use Rate plan.
  • Must follow all current requirements as outlined in the SGIP Handbook.
  • Customers who have participated in the SGIP Equity Resiliency budget are not eligible to participate in the Permanent Battery Storage Rebate.
In addition, customers may be able to leverage the Investment Tax Credit (ITC). Visit Federal Solar Tax Credit Resources | Department of Energy to learn more.