Energy Management
sonnenConnect

A unique VPP that maximizes the benefits of your sonnen battery
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Go Beyond Net Metering™ and Beyond Backup Power™ with sonnenConnect
sonnenConnect is an innovative VPP program that allows you to maximize the benefits of your sonnen battery plus solar system without having to change the way you live your life. Currently, the program is available in California, Texas, New England and Puerto Rico with goals to expand this program to other states in the near future.
Key benefits of sonnenConnect
Earn rewards for using your battery
By joining sonnenConnect, your energy usage will be professionally managed to reduce your daily use of high-cost peak energy giving you a lower electricity bill and earn you money when your battery is used to help stabilize the local grid when it’s needed most.

Stay powered and protected
Gain access to safe and reliable backup power that keeps your home powered and protected when the grid goes down. As part of the VPP your ability to provide your own emergency backup also support resiliency for the local grid.

Support a clean energy future.
Reduce your own CO2 emissions and become part of the growing global sonnenCommunity that is building a clean, reliable and affordable energy future for everyone.

Learn how sonnenConnect increases the value of your battery
sonnenConnect Program
Join sonnenConnect to earn rewards for your battery
By enrolling your sonnen battery in the sonnenConnect California program, your benefits can total up to $2,100* per year in electricity bill savings and cash rewards for helping stabilize the local grid. Learn how you can Go Beyond Net-metering™ with sonnen to help build a clean and reliable energy future for California and get paid for it.
*Actual value is dependent upon your sonnen system size and enrollment requires that you own your battery and are approved for the program by sonnen.
Frequently Asked Questions About sonnenConnect:
When you enroll in sonnenConnect, you agree to let sonnen remotely operate your battery system to maximize your daily use of solar energy, reduce your use of high-cost energy from the grid, and get paid for helping stabilize the local grid. You also have access to reliable battery backup for your home in the event of a power outage.
No. During a grid outage or PSPS event, you will have 100% access to your battery to ensure your home stays powered and protected. When possible, sonnen will even proactively charge your battery to ensure you have the maximum stored energy available to keep your home powered and protected.
In order to be considered, you must complete the purchase and installation of a sonnenCore, sonnenCore+, or sonnenEvo battery system paired with solar, internet access, and be participating in a qualifying utility rate. You must own your sonnen battery and also be part of the LUMA CBES program to qualify. Your sonnen certified installer will also help determine your eligibility for the sonnenConnect Program.
sonnenConnect enrollment is available in California, Texas, New England and Puerto Rico and in the process of rolling out across other states. Please provide sonnen with your information today and we will contact you as soon as the enrollment window is open in your area.
Contact us to learn more about how to enroll your sonnen battery in the sonnenConnect Program.
You will be rewarded several ways when you enroll and participate in sonnenConnect. Your installer will provide an upfront incentive in the form of a discount on your battery system. Each month, you will see any reductions in your utility usage in the form of a lower electricity bill each month. At the end of each quarter, you will also receive direct payments from sonnen for any revenue for grid services that is generated from your battery.
sonnen is not qualified to provide tax advice. However, sonnen systems do qualify for federal and state tax incentives, such as the Federal Incentive Tax Credit (ITC) and the California’s Self Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) along with other local incentives. Please confirm with your sonnen certified installer about the most recent incentive availability and qualifications and consult with your tax professional for information on whether you may qualify for these tax incentives.