Eversource Battery Incentive FAQ for ConnectedSolutions in Massachusetts
Information is subject to change. Please check back if you have not received your payment.
Enphase
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Performance incentive payments are issued via check at the end of the calendar year.
How can I claim my incentive?
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
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Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak energy events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season
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If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
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Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery manufacturer or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can earn
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The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three peak energy events. Dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
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The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
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The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
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Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
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4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Eversource. Customers receive 100% of their incentives.
FranklinWH
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Performance incentive payments are issued via check at the end of the calendar year.
How can I claim my incentive?
No action is needed to claim your incentive, Eversource will be mailing you a check to your registered address.
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
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Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak energy events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season
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If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
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Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery manufacturer or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can earn
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The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three peak energy events. Dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
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The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
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The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
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Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
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4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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With FranklinWH taking 10% of the incentive, the customer will receive $990
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Eversource. However, FranklinWH customers who enrolled after April 7, 2025 will receive 90% of their incentive with 10% being taken by FranklinWH as a service fee.
Fortress
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Performance incentive payments are issued via check at the end of the calendar year.
How can I claim my incentive?
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
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Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak energy events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season
-
If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
-
Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery manufacturer or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can earn
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The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three peak energy events. Dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
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The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
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The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
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Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
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4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Eversource. Customers receive 100% of their incentives.
Generac (does not apply to the Guaranteed Incentive Program)
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Performance incentive payments are issued via check at the end of the calendar year.
How can I claim my incentive?
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
-
Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak energy events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season
-
If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
-
Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery manufacturer or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can earn
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The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three peak energy events. Dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
-
The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
-
The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
-
Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
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4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Eversource. Customers receive 100% of their incentives.
Generac (Guaranteed Incentive Program)
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Incentive payments for performance will be made by the end of the calendar year, paid as a check. Please check here for more detail.
How can I claim my incentive?
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact noc@generacgs.com or 888-436-3722 for any additional questions.
How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Generac. There is a flat fee based on the capacity of the battery. See details here.
SolarEdge
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Performance incentive payments are issued via check at the end of the calendar year.
How can I claim my incentive?
No action is needed to claim your incentive, Eversource will be mailing you a check to your registered address.
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
-
Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak energy events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season
-
If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
-
Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery manufacturer or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can earn
-
The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three peak energy events. Dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
-
The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
-
The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
-
Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
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4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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With SolarEdge taking 15%, customers will get $935.
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Eversource, however SolarEdge will take 15% of the customer incentive as a service fee. SolarEdge customers will receive 85% of their incentive.
SolArk
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Performance incentive payments are issued via check at the end of the calendar year.
How can I claim my incentive?
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
-
Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak energy events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season
-
If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
-
Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery manufacturer or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can earn
-
The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three peak energy events. Dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
-
The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
-
The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
-
Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
-
4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Eversource. Customers receive 100% of their incentives.
Sonnen
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Performance incentive payments are issued via check at the end of the calendar year.
How can I claim my incentive?
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
-
Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak energy events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season
-
If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
-
Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery manufacturer or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can earn
-
The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three peak energy events. Dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
-
The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
-
The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
-
Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
-
4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Eversource. Customers receive 100% of their incentives.
SunStrong (formerly Sunnova)
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
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Customers will be paid in accordance with their SunStrong agreements by the end of the calendar year
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Loan customers will receive a loan balance reduction and Lease customers will receive a Sunnova bill credit
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Communications about your incentive will be sent from noreply@communications.sunnova.com
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Lease customers receive a flat bill credit every month not based on performance and will not receive a lump sum at the end of the season
How can I claim my incentive?
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please call 877-237-1824 or email eversource@energyhub.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated? (For Loan Customers Only)
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Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1100 for the season
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Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery vendor or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can expect to earn
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The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had three demand response events. In reality, dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events)
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
-
The customerโs average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
-
The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
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Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
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4 ๐๐ โ $225/๐๐ = $1,100 will go to their loan balance reduction
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by SunStrong. Lease customers receive a flat bill credit every month not based on their performance.
Sunrun
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Incentive payments for performance will be made in by the end of the calendar year and paid as a Visa Gift Card. Instructions to redeem your gift card will be sent via email from sunrunsupport@mgsunrunrewardcenter.com.
How can I claim my incentive?
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You can claim your incentive after you receive your instructional email from Sunrun Reward Center. Once the email has been received, youโll visit the Sunrun Reward Center redemption portal, and log in to your profile. If you are a new user, youโll need to create an account with the same email youโre receiving all Sunrun communication.
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After logging in and clicking the โClaim Your Rewardโ button, youโll click the โGet Rewardedโ button within your dashboard. Youโll then decide if youโd like a physical or e-card. Youโll then confirm your account information and submit your info. Your status will read as processing until youโve received an email alerting you to your change in status that your gift card is now ready for you to use.
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If you requested a physical gift-card you will need to activate the card before use and instructions are provided in the acceptance email.
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact grid_ops@sunrun.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
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Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season.
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Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery vendor or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can expect to earn.
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The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had 3 demand response events. In reality, dispatch seasons have many more events (40-60 events).
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
-
The customers average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
-
The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
-
Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
-
4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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Then depending on the battery youโve purchased your total will either be: $950 if you own a LG chem and $800 if you own a Tesla battery.
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Sunrun. There is a flat rate which is determined by the battery that youโve purchased. $250 annually for LG Chem batteries and $400 annually for Tesla batteries. See here for more information.
Tesla
When and how can I expect to receive my incentive?
Incentive payments for performance will be made by the end of the calendar year, paid as a Tesla in-app account credit via direct deposit.
How can I claim my incentive?
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Your incentive must be claimed via your Tesla app. You will receive a message in your app inbox and an email alerting you that you have an account credit. Please ensure that you have notifications enabled to stay up to date on all Tesla communication.
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From there you will go to your Tesla app and request a payout by tapping the banner with the name of your VPP (Virtual Power Plant), and then tapping โRequest Payoutโ.
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You must add a bank account for the direct deposit.
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After completing this, you can expect payout in your account in 5-7 business days.
Who can I contact with any questions?
Please contact vppsupport@tesla.com with any questions.
How is performance calculated?
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Your payment will be based on your average power (kW) contribution during peak events. A typical home battery could contribute up to an average of 4 kW per event which would earn $1,100 for the season.
-
If you are a ConnectedSolutions+ participant then you may receive rewards based on enhanced incentive rates
-
Note: Battery system performance will vary based on size, configuration, internet connectivity, and other factors. Please contact your battery vendor or installer for more information about your batteryโs expected contribution and the incentive you can expect to earn.
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The table below shows the results of a fictional customerโs curtailment performance over a season that had 3 demand response events. In reality, dispatch seasons have many more events.
|
Event |
Performed Curtailment Amount |
|
Event 1 |
3 kW |
|
Event 2 |
4kW |
|
Event 3 |
5 kW |
-
The customers average performance over the season would be: 4 kW
-
The total performance incentive for this fictional customer for the season would be:
-
Average Season Performance = (3 ๐๐ + 4 ๐๐ + 5 ๐๐ ) / 3 = 4 ๐๐
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4 ๐๐ โ $275/๐๐ = $1,100
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With 20% being taken by Tesla, the total is $880
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How is payment allocated?
Payment will be allocated by Tesla, and they will keep 20% of customer incentive as a service fee.
*Energy Efficiency customers served by Cape Light Compact are eligible for the Cape Light Compact battery program. Find out more information here: capelightcompact.org/enrollmybattery
**Please note that participation in ConnectedSolutions requires that your system perform according to what is established in your interconnection agreement. Please discuss with your battery installer if you are unsure what this entails.