El Paso Solar Battery Installation The Light Battery Program™
Add a battery, receive a $54 monthly credit, and store your solar energy for when your home needs it most.
Extreme Heat Means High Electricity Usage
El Paso experiences some of the highest summer temperatures in Texas.
During long heat waves, air conditioning systems often run late into the evening and overnight.
Many homeowners installed solar panels to offset this energy demand.
But many still see $120–$200 monthly electric bills, even with solar installed.
The main reason is when energy is used.
Solar panels generate the most electricity during:
- Late morning
- Midday
- Early afternoon
But homes in El Paso often use the most electricity after sunset, when cooling systems are still running.
The Solar Timing Problem
Without battery storage, most solar systems operate in a simple cycle.
During the day:
- Solar panels produce electricity
- Extra energy is exported to the grid
- Solar production stops
- Electricity must be purchased from the grid
- Exporting solar energy during the day
and then
buying electricity back later at night.
Even though the solar system produced plenty of energy overall.
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How the Light Battery Program™ Changes the Math
A solar battery allows your system to store excess solar energy during the day.
Instead of exporting that energy to the grid, the battery saves it.
That stored energy can then power your home after sunset, when electricity demand is highest.
The Light Battery Program™ includes a $54 monthly battery credit that helps offset the battery cost.
Example scenario.
Typical El Paso solar homeowner:
- Remaining electric bill:
- $150/month
With the Light Battery Program™
Battery lease: $85/monthBattery credit: –$54/month
Effective battery cost: about $31/month
Instead of exporting solar power and buying electricity later, homeowners can store their solar energy and use it when their home needs it most.
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A Battery Upgrade Built for Solar Homes
The Light Battery Program™ was designed specifically for homeowners who already have solar panels installed.
The program includes:
- Battery storage installation
- A participating electricity provider
- A fixed $54 monthly battery credit
- 1:1 net metering structure under the program
- Backup power capability during outages
- Store more of their solar energy
- Reduce electricity purchased from the grid
- Add backup protection during outages
Before and After Adding Battery Storage
Before installing a battery:
Solar powers the home during the dayExtra solar energy exported to the gridElectricity purchased from the grid at night
Typical remaining bill:
- ~$150/month
After installing a battery:
Solar energy stored during the dayStored energy powers the home in the evening
Battery lease: $85/monthBattery credit: –$54/month
Effective cost:
- ~$31/month
Actual results depend on:
- Solar system size
- Household electricity usage
- Electric plan
- Battery capacity
- Use the solar power your system already produces.
The Light Battery Program™ May Be Right If You:
- Already have solar
- Experience high summer cooling bills
- Export significant midday energy
- Want more predictable monthly structure
- Prefer lease over large upfront purchase
- Want backup capability
El Paso has some of the best solar production potential in Texas.
Storage ensures that production works harder for you.
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Not every solar system is compatible with a battery upgrade.
Our team reviews:
- Solar system size
- Inverter compatibility
- Electric provider
- Energy usage patterns
Frequently Asked Questions
The $54 monthly credit is available under the current participating retail plan used within The Light Battery Program™. Eligibility and plan terms are reviewed prior to enrollment.
Eligible homeowners enrolled in the participating retail plan receive 1:1 net metering under current plan terms. Details are confirmed during qualification.
The Light Battery Program™ is primarily structured as a lease model, designed to reduce upfront investment compared to traditional battery purchase financing.
Total bill impact depends on usage, system size, and rate structure. Many homeowners reduce evening grid exposure significantly, but outcomes vary.
When configured for backup, the battery can power designated circuits or the home during grid interruptions and recharge from solar during daylight.
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