Connecticut Energy Storage Solutions Program
Leverage rebates and incentives to reduce your cost to acquire backup power.
Energy Storage Solutions is a state-sponsored incentive program from the Connecticut Green Bank and administered by Eversource and UI. Designed to make battery storage more affordable and accessible for homeowners, the program offers upfront incentives to reduce the cost of installing a battery, plus performance-based incentives for helping to support the electric grid during periods of high demand. These incentives can significantly lower the overall cost of battery systems and create ongoing value for homeowners.
Participants receive an upfront payment based on the size and configuration of their battery system. Additionally, enrolled systems can earn ongoing payments for allowing limited access to stored energy during grid stress events—typically just a few hours during hot summer days. Homeowners maintain full control over their systems, and participation is voluntary and flexible. Energy Storage Solutions helps homeowners increase their energy independence, protect against outages, and contribute to a more resilient and sustainable energy future.
How to Participate
Select an installer through Energy Storage Solutions Eligible Contractors list. Eligible installers have met program guidelines to participate in the program, however, the Connecticut Green Bank, Eversource and UI do not warrant their work and customers should conduct their own due diligence and get multiple bids.
Certain Fortress Power systems are on the Eligible Equipment List, and must be paired with the Guardian Monitor to remit information back to your power supplier.
After the installation is complete, enroll in the Connecticut Energy Storage Solutions program and choose your equipment incentive terms. Your installer will work with you on enrolling, or you can enroll using the Fortress Power EnergyBroker program application.
Once your system is operational and all eligibility requirements have been verified, Energy Storage Solutions will issue direct payments upfront and each year depending on the option chosen. Combine that with the corresponding Federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) to maximize your savings!
Program Benefits
Upfront incentives reduce the cost to you before installation. Customers can qualify for up to $16,000 in exchange for allowing the battery to reduce their home’s demand from the electrical grid on hot summer days for 10 years.
Performance incentives are paid twice a year for 10 years based on how your battery performs during peak summer and winter days.
You may also qualify for a Federal Tax Investment Credit (ITC). Consult with a tax advisor on eligibility requirements.
Unlike generators that run on fossil fuels, batteries are a cleaner, quieter option for powering your home during an outage.
How the Program Works Once Your System is Installed
Explore Example Systems and Their Savings Potential
Each Fortress Power system is designed to provide reliable backup power while maximizing financial incentives. Below, you’ll find example setups showcasing different energy storage solutions, along with their estimated savings based on kW shared, upfront incentives, and the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC). Each example includes the system’s MSRP and the percentage of costs covered after the first year, helping you see the real financial benefits of energy storage. Additional systems are also eligible, please contact us for further details.
The Jacobs Family was tired of the high utility bills and grid instability in their town of Hartford. They paired a Fortress Power 48V system with their solar panels and took advantage of multiple incentives and rebates.
Eligibilty
- Eversource or United Illuminating Customers
- May not use the battery system for any controls other than providing backup power for the customer’s premises.
- Have a reliable internet connection
- Own the following hardware:
Fortress Power Envy Inverters
Fortress Power eForce Batteries*
* When paired with an Envy inverter and Guardian Monitor
Also eligible:
- eFlex Max*
- eVault*
- Avalon
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