**Less Than 5% Capacity Remains - Program Ends December 2026**
The 2026 PowerPairSM from Duke Energy provides incentives for customers who want to combine the savings and green attributes of solar power with the reliability and security of backup battery storage.
Participating North Carolina homeowners can earn one-time installation incentives when they have a Duke Energy Trade Ally install a qualified solar + battery system.
Customers must have entered into a contgract and have their information submitted to Duke Energy by the end of the year to qualify for up to $9000 cash incentive.
**Current eligible battery equipment has been updated. Please CLICK HERE to see the current list.**
For your reference, our Trade Ally number is 9471222634.
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The 2026 PowerPairSM from Duke Energy provides incentives for customers who want to combine the savings and green attributes of solar power with the reliability and security of backup battery storage.
Participating North Carolina homeowners can earn one-time installation incentives when they have a Duke Energy Trade Ally install a qualified solar + battery system. For your reference, our Trade Ally number is 9471222634.
Customers must have entered into a contgract and have their information submitted to Duke Energy by the end of the year to qualify for up to $9000 cash incentive.
**Current eligible battery equipment is now available. Please CLICK HERE to see the current list.**
Duke Energy Carolinas
Total Capacity Remaining
100%
*As of August 15, 2026.
Duke Energy Progress
Program Capacity Remaining
0%
*As of October 15, 2025.
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Earn Monthly Bill Credits when you add a backup battery
Battery Control is a simple way to help your community by letting Duke Energy more effectively manage energy on the electric grid.
You’ll still maintain stored energy for your use at home. Plus you will receive a monthly bill credit.
- Earn up to $59/Month bill credits for 8 years with a backup battery.
- Maximize your system to earn up to $92/Month by adding multiple batteries to your system.
- Multiple finance options available allowing for substantial monthly savings from day one.
List of Frequently Asked Questions
PowerPair from Duke Energy provides incentives for customers who want to combine the savings of solar power with the reliability and security of backup battery storage. Qualifying PowerPair installations may be eligible for the following one-time incentives:
- $0.36/watt-AC for solar panel installation up to 10 kW-AC
- $400/kWh for battery storage installation up to 13.5 kWh
In order to receive these one-time incentives, your qualifying PowerPair system must be installed by a Duke Energy Trade Ally and enrolled in the Residential Solar Choice Rider. View the program Terms and Conditions.
In addition, you agree to provide a reliable internet connection and complete the steps necessary to provide access to operating data. You further agree to grant Duke Energy, and if applicable, a third party working on Duke Energy's behalf, rights to access and use all data associated with operation and operating characteristics of installed equipment.
You must apply for and adhere to Duke Energy interconnection requirements and maintain enrollment in Residential Solar Choice Rider for 24 months at which time you may switch to the Net Metering Bridge Rider, subject to availability. You will be allowed to switch riders a total of two times within the 10-year enrollment period.
You must be a homeowner and a customer of either Duke Energy Carolinas or Duke Energy Progress in North Carolina.
In order to receive these one-time incentives, your qualifying PowerPair system must be installed by a Duke Energy Trade Ally.
Qualifying PowerPair installations that also enroll in Power Manager® Battery Control may be eligible for:
- One-time $0.36/watt-AC incentive for solar panel installation up to 10 kW-AC.
- One-time $400/kWh incentive for storage installation up to 13.5 kWh.
- Monthly bill credit following installation based on your battery capacity.
In order to receive the one-time incentives, your qualifying PowerPair system must be installed by a Duke Energy Trade Ally and enrolled in the Net Metering Bridge Rider. View PowerPair program Terms and Conditions.
You must apply for and adhere to Duke Energy interconnection requirements and maintain enrollment in Net Metering Bridge Rider for 24 months at which time you may switch to the Residential Solar Choice, subject to availability. You will be allowed to switch riders a total of two times within the 10-year enrollment period.
The PowerPair program allows the homeowner to own or lease the installed equipment.
Participants could receive monetary incentives from Duke Energy to offset the cost of installed equipment. The solar incentive is $0.36/watt for solar panels to a maximum of 10 kW-AC; capped at $3,600 per residence. The battery incentive is $400/kWh for battery storage to a maximum of 13.5 kWh total capacity (up to $5,400). That’s a potential of $9000!
No, you must install solar panels and a battery storage system together and at the same time.
Yes, from time to time, Duke Energy will provide updated documentation regarding the program. We do our best to keep you updated with the latest information:
Renu Energy Solutions Explains the Incentive
List of Frequently Asked Questions
PowerPairsm from Duke Energy provides incentives for customers who want to combine the savings of solar power with the reliability and security of backup battery storage. Qualifying PowerPairsm installations may be eligible for the following one-time incentives:
- $0.36/watt-AC for solar panel installation up to 10 kW-AC
- $400/kWh for battery storage installation up to 13.5 kWh
In order to receive these one-time incentives, your qualifying PowerPairsm system must be installed by a Duke Energy Trade Ally and enrolled in the Residential Solar Choice Rider. View the program Terms and Conditions.
In addition, you agree to provide a reliable internet connection and complete the steps necessary to provide access to operating data. You further agree to grant Duke Energy, and if applicable, a third party working on Duke Energy's behalf, rights to access and use all data associated with operation and operating characteristics of installed equipment.
You must apply for and adhere to Duke Energy interconnection requirements and maintain enrollment in Residential Solar Choice Rider for 24 months at which time you may switch to the Net Metering Bridge Rider, subject to availability. You will be allowed to switch riders a total of two times within the 10-year enrollment period.
You must be a homeowner and a customer of either Duke Energy Carolinas or Duke Energy Progress in North Carolina.
In order to receive these one-time incentives, your qualifying PowerPair system must be installed by a Duke Energy Trade Ally.
Qualifying PowerPair installations that also enroll in Power Manager® Battery Control may be eligible for:
- One-time $0.36/watt-AC incentive for solar panel installation up to 10 kW-AC.
- One-time $400/kWh incentive for storage installation up to 13.5 kWh.
- Monthly bill credit following installation based on your battery capacity.
In order to receive the one-time incentives, your qualifying PowerPair system must be installed by a Duke Energy Trade Ally and enrolled in the Net Metering Bridge Rider. View PowerPair program Terms and Conditions.
You must apply for and adhere to Duke Energy interconnection requirements and maintain enrollment in Net Metering Bridge Rider for 24 months at which time you may switch to the Residential Solar Choice, subject to availability. You will be allowed to switch riders a total of two times within the 10-year enrollment period.
The PowerPair program allows the homeowner to own or lease the installed equipment.
Participants would receive monetary incentives from Duke Energy to offset the cost of installed equipment. The solar incentive is $0.36/watt for solar panels to a maximum of 10 kW-AC; capped at $3,600 per residence. The battery incentive is $400/kWh for battery storage to a maximum of 13.5 kWh total capacity (up to $5,400). That’s a potential of $9000!
No, you must install solar panels and a battery storage system together and at the same time.
Renu Energy Solutions Explains the PowerPair Incentive
Solar Panels
36¢ per watt, maximum 10kW-AC = $3600
Battery Storage
$400 per kWh, maximum 13.5kWh = $5400
Potential Incentive
$3600 Solar Panels + $5400 Battery = $9000!
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Renu Energy Solutions Battery Storage Solutions
Tesla Powerwall is a fully-integrated AC battery system for residential or light commercial use. Its rechargeable lithium-ion battery pack provides energy storage for solar energy self-consumption, time-based control, and backup efficiency.
Up to 18.6 kWh usable capacity per Battery Stack for nighttime use, self-consumption, and backup applications when paired with proper SolarEdge Nexis equipment.
An all-in-one home battery built for whole-home backup and smarter energy control. With 10 kW of continuous power and 15 kWh of capacity, the FranklinWH aPower 2 stores energy from solar, the grid, generators, and EVs—and is backed by a 15-year warranty.
