Homeowner Incentives for Virtual Power Plants
Join a Virtual Power Plant (VPP) with EG4 Electronics and unlock financial rewards and energy savings.
What is a Virtual Power Plant?
A Virtual Power Plant (VPP) is a network of connected energy devices, like solar panels, battery storage systems, and smart appliances, that work together to support the electrical grid. By enrolling your EG4 solar or battery system in a VPP, you can help balance energy demand, reduce grid strain, and earn rewards for your contribution.
With EG4 Electronics, participating in a VPP is seamless, allowing you to save on energy costs while supporting a more reliable grid.
Benefits of Joining a VPP
Earn Financial Rewards
Receive upfront payments, bill credits, or ongoing incentives for sharing your stored energy with the grid during peak demand.
Lower Energy Costs
Optimize your energy usage with smart technology to reduce electricity bills and maximize efficiency.
Enhance Grid Reliability
Help support the grid by supplying power when it is most needed, reducing outages for everyone.
Available Incentives
By enrolling your EG4 solar panels or battery storage systems in a VPP, you can access a variety of financial incentives, depending on your location and utility provider.
- Upfront Payments: Receive one-time payments for enrolling in select VPP programs.
- Bill Credits: Earn credits on your utility bill for supporting the grid during peak demand.
- Ongoing Rewards: Get paid regularly for participating in demand response events.
- Federal and State Incentives: Combine VPP rewards with tax credits, such as those from the Inflation Reduction Act, to maximize savings.
Note: Incentives vary by region and program. Explore our interactive map below or contact an EG4 Certified Installer to learn about specific opportunities in your area.
Explore VPP Programs by State
Click on your state or territory to discover available Virtual Power Plant programs, incentives, and eligibility details. Not all regions have active programs, but we’re working to expand opportunities with utilities and aggregators nationwide.
Prefer a list? View all state programs below.
State-by-State VPP Programs
California
Program: Demand Side Grid Support (DSGS)
How It Works: Enrolled batteries discharge to the grid during up to 35 events (May 1–Oct 31, 4–9 PM). Customers set discharge limits and can opt out of events.
Participating Utilities: City of Anaheim, City of Azusa, City of Banning, City of Pasadena, City of Riverside, City of Vernon, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power (LADWP), Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E), San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E), Southern California Edison.
Eligibility: EG4 customers with kPV or FlexBOSS inverters, WallMount or LifePower4 48V V2 batteries.
Enrollment: Via EG4 monitoring portal, 4 business days before the first participation month.
Puerto Rico
Program: Customer Battery Energy Sharing (CBES)
How It Works: During ~50 annual events (2–4 hours, mostly evenings, Apr–Dec), batteries discharge to power homes or the grid based on LUMA’s needs. Customers set backup reserves and can opt out.
Eligibility: EG4 customers with kPV or FlexBOSS inverters, solar, WallMount or LifePower4 48V V2 batteries, and enrolled in LUMA’s Net Energy Metering.
Enrollment: Via EG4 monitoring portal, accepted on a rolling basis.
Other States
Programs are expanding nationwide. Contact an EG4 Certified Installer to check for new VPP opportunities in your area.
Am I Eligible?
To participate in a VPP with EG4 Electronics, you typically need:
- An EG4 Energy Storage System, using a compatible kPV or FlexBOSS inverter with an EG4 battery, such as a WallMount LifePower4 48V V2 batteries.
- Enrollment in your utility’s net energy metering program, where applicable.
- Residence in a region with an active VPP program or compatible utility.
Not sure if you qualify? Our team can help you find eligible programs and guide you through the process. Contact Us.
Ready to Start Saving with a VPP?
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Frequently Asked Questions
A VPP aggregator remotely manages your solar or battery system to supply energy to the grid during peak demand, ensuring your home’s needs are prioritized.
You retain ownership and can opt out of events. Most programs, like DSGS and CBES, let you set a backup reserve to ensure battery availability for emergencies.
Earnings vary by program.
Sign up occurs through EG4 Sign up portal based on inverter S/N. The ESS must be installed and commissioned before signing up.