State-level incentives for energy storage projects in the United States vary widely, with some states offering more substantial financial support than others. Here are some of the best state-level incentives for energy storage projects:
Top State-Level Incentives
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California: Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP)
- Incentive: Offers a dollar per kilowatt rebate for battery storage, with additional incentives for high fire threat districts and low-income households. Higher rebate levels are available for early adopters.
- Benefits: Priority funding for businesses and homes in high-risk areas to ensure grid stability.
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Connecticut: Energy Storage Solutions
- Incentive: Residential customers can receive up to $16,000 per installation, while businesses receive a 50% upfront incentive. Performance-based incentives are available for contributions to the grid during peak periods.
- Benefits: Excellent for commercial projects, with special focus on low-income areas.
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Massachusetts: Connected Solutions and SMART Program
- Incentive: Offers financial incentives and zero-interest financing for battery installation. The SMART program provides an adder for solar systems with batteries, enhancing compensation for each kWh produced.
- Benefits: Supports grid stability and allows combining multiple financial benefits.
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New York: Long Island Energy Storage Incentive and Market Acceleration Bridge Incentive
- Incentive: Long Island residents receive a $250 per kilowatt rebate, while businesses through the Market Acceleration Bridge Incentive Program can get up to $100 per kWh in NYC and up to $350 per kWh elsewhere.
- Benefits: Supports commercial-scale storage projects, particularly those integrating renewable energy.
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Maryland: Energy Storage Income Tax Credit
- Incentive: Businesses can receive up to $750,000 in tax credits for installing battery storage on a first-come basis.
- Benefits: Significant tax credits for businesses to enhance energy resilience.
Other Notable Programs
- Hawaii: The Battery Bonus Program provides cash incentives and bill credits for battery storage, focusing on peak demand contribution.
- Oregon: Offers rebates for solar systems with or without energy storage, up to $5,000 for solar and an additional $2,500 for batteries.
These incentives can significantly reduce the cost of implementing energy storage systems and encourage their adoption across different states.
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