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Solar Ready & Solar + Storage Ready

For EPS New Construction

Plan Ahead for Seamless Solar and Storage Installation

Solar-ready homes are built to allow for easier installation of a solar electric system when the time is right. By designing with a properly oriented roof that is free of obstructions, installing conduit from the attic to the electric panel, and leaving room for future components of a solar electric system, you can add flexibility and value to your homes. Energy Trust offers resources to help you build solar ready and distinguish your homes in the marketplace by showcasing this valuable feature to your customers.

Solar + storage ready homes are built to allow for easier installation of a battery energy storage system (BESS) when the time is right.

Pair with our other energy smart home offerings, such as net zero and EV ready, to earn additional incentives for qualified homes.

For more information, questions or comments, contact the trade ally coordinator via email, or phone at 1.877.283.0698.

  1. Learn about available incentives. Before construction starts, contact contact the trade ally coordinator via email, or phone at 1.877.283.0698 to discuss your project and learn about available incentives.
  2. Establish the home’s eligibility. Contact a program-approved verifier to establish eligibility.
  3. Hire a solar trade ally contractor. An Energy Trust approved solar trade ally contactor will help inform your home design to maximize solar output and could install your home’s solar system.
  4. Share the specifications. Ensure the project meets the solar ready & solar + storage ready installation requirements by sharing the specifications with your licensed electrical subcontractor and design team.
  5. Receive your incentives. Your verifier will inspect the infrastructure for compliance at first and second inspections. You will receive your incentive with your whole-home incentive check at project completion.

Solar Ready
Energy Trust provides a maximum incentive of up to $200 per home to builders to reduce the upfront cost of building solar ready.

Solar + Storage Ready
Energy Trust provides a maximum incentive of up to $200 per home to builders to reduce the installation cost of verified infrastructure for battery energy storage systems (BESS).

Homes with installed BESS equipment can also qualify for solar + storage ready incentives. Contact your verifier or Energy Trust for more details about installed battery energy storage systems.

See the Resources tab for a link to the solar ready & solar + storage ready installation requirements for complete details.

Review the Solar Ready & Solar + Storage Residential Installation Requirements and the Solar Ready Checklist for complete details.