California SGIP Rebates for Home Batteries

California homeowners are facing record-high electricity bills, stricter NEM 3.0 solar billing, and more frequent power outages due to extreme weather and wildfire risks. At the same time, the state is offering some of the biggest incentives ever for home battery storage through the Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP).

If you’ve been waiting for the right time to install solar panels with a battery, 2025 is your window of opportunity. Between the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) and California’s SGIP rebates, many homeowners are cutting battery installation costs by 50–100%—sometimes paying little to nothing out of pocket.

Here’s everything Los Angeles and Southern California homeowners need to know about SGIP, who qualifies, and how to maximize savings before incentive funds run out.

What Is SGIP and Why Does It Matter in 2025?

The Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) is a California state rebate that gives homeowners up-front financial support when they install energy storage systems like home batteries.

In June 2025, California rolled out $280 million in new SGIP funding, with a major focus on equity and resiliency budgets—meaning homeowners in wildfire-prone, high-cost, or disadvantaged areas can qualify for bigger rebates.

With SGIP, you don’t wait months for tax credits—you see the rebate applied right away, lowering your installation costs from day one.

How Much Can California Homeowners Save?

SGIP rebate amounts vary based on system size and budget category:

• General Market Incentives: $150–$300 per kWh capacity
• Equity Budget: $850 per kWh
• Equity Resiliency Budget: $1,000–$1,100 per kWh

Example: A typical 10 kWh battery could earn between $8,500 and $11,000 in rebates under the Equity or Resiliency categories.

When combined with the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit, the upfront cost of a battery system can drop by more than half—or even close to zero for qualifying households.

Who Qualifies for SGIP Rebates in 2025?

Not every homeowner gets the same rebate amount. To maximize savings, here’s how eligibility works:

General Market

Open to all homeowners installing storage with or without solar.

Equity Budget

For homeowners in low-income or disadvantaged communities.

Equity Resiliency Budget

For homeowners who:

• Live in high fire-risk areas
• Have been affected by Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS)
• Rely on medical baseline equipment or have critical energy needs

This means that Los Angeles, Sherman Oaks, Woodland Hills, and much of Southern California fall into zones where homeowners are more likely to qualify for higher rebates.

Why Home Battery Storage Is Essential Under NEM 3.0

California’s NEM 3.0 billing system slashed daytime export rates for solar owners by about 75%, making it less profitable to send extra solar power back to the grid.

With a home battery, instead of exporting at pennies, you store excess solar power and use it in the evening when rates are highest.

This means:

• Lower utility bills under NEM 3.0
• Backup power during outages or wildfires
• More control over your home’s energy costs

SGIP makes this shift affordable, so homeowners aren’t stuck with rising bills and limited solar value.

Stacking SGIP Rebates with the Federal Solar Tax Credit

The real savings come when you combine SGIP with the Federal Solar Investment Tax Credit (ITC).

• 30% Federal Tax Credit applies to both solar panels and batteries.
• SGIP rebate lowers your upfront cost.

Example: A $15,000 battery system:

• $8,500 SGIP rebate (Equity category)
• $2,000–$3,000 back from the ITC
• Final cost: ~$4,000 (or less)

Some homeowners may even get close to a net-zero installation cost, depending on eligibility.

Why Southern California Homeowners Should Act Fast

While SGIP is a statewide program, funds are limited and competitive. Once rebate budgets are used, homeowners will miss out on thousands in savings.

In 2025, with utility rates climbing and wildfire threats growing, demand for solar + storage is at an all-time high. The sooner you reserve your SGIP rebate, the more likely you are to lock in maximum incentives.

Why Partner with US Power

At US Power, we connect Southern California homeowners directly with Qcells solar panels and home battery systems at factory-direct pricing. That means you get:

• Premium Qcells technology backed by industry-leading warranties
• Factory-direct savings with no unnecessary markups
• Expert project management to secure SGIP rebates and ITC credits
• Trusted local installers who understand SoCal permitting and utility requirements

Our mission is to make clean, reliable energy affordable for every homeowner—without hidden costs or confusion.

Don’t Wait—Claim Your SGIP Rebate Now

California’s 2025 SGIP rebates are making it easier than ever to install a home battery system and protect your family from rising rates and outages. But funding is limited—and once it’s gone, it’s gone.

By combining SGIP, the 30% Federal Tax Credit, and US Power’s factory-direct access to Qcells, you could slash installation costs by thousands and secure long-term energy independence.

Ready to claim your rebate? Contact US Power today to schedule your free consultation and find out how much you can save.