State-funded RSSE does not reduce the ITC basis
How the 2025 SGIP Rebate and 30% Federal Tax Credit Work Together for Solar + Battery in California
California homeowners can now qualify for over $30,000 in incentives when they install solar and battery systems — but understanding how the SGIP rebate and the 30% Federal Solar Tax Credit (ITC) work together is crucial for maximizing savings.
✅ SGIP RSSE Rebate (2025 Overview)
The Residential Solar and Storage Equity (RSSE) budget under SGIP provides massive rebates to income-qualified households.
Rebate Rates:
Battery: $1,100 per kWh
Solar (when paired with battery): $3.10 per watt
Panel/wiring upgrades: Up to $3,500
✅ Most customers receive $25,000–$35,000 in total rebates.
💸 30% Federal Tax Credit Explained
The Residential Clean Energy Credit is a federal incentive that lets you deduct 30% of the solar/battery system cost on your taxes. You claim it using IRS Form 5695.
⚖️ How Do SGIP and ITC Work Together?
📘 Ratepayer-Funded SGIP (older budget)
You must reduce your tax credit basis by the SGIP rebate.
Example:
Project cost = $30,000
SGIP = $27,000
ITC = 30% of $3,000 → $900 credit
📗 State-Funded RSSE (2025)
IRS does not require basis reduction
BUT SGIP assumes you will claim ITC and reduces your rebate by 30% (unless you prove otherwise)
Example:
Project cost = $30,000
SGIP pays $21,000
ITC = 30% of full cost = $9,000
Combined savings = $30,000
🧾 What If You Can’t Use the ITC?
If you don’t have enough tax liability, SGIP will let you keep the full rebate — but you must provide proof (e.g. low income, no third-party ownership).
💡 Bottom Line:
If you qualify for the RSSE rebate, you may pay little to nothing out of pocket and still receive a federal tax credit — but only if the project is structured correctly.
📞 Apply Before the Deadline
Ally Electric & Solar is a local, SGIP-approved contractor with 24+ years of experience helping Bay Area families electrify their homes affordably.
🟢 Program Opens: May 20, 2025
🔴 Submission Deadline: June 2, 2025
🕒 First-Come, First-Served — Don’t Wait!
📲 Call us at 510-559-7700
📧 Email nsaglam@allyelectricandsolar.com
📋 We'll reserve your spot and handle the paperwork.
📞 Schedule Your Free Eligibility Review
Ally Electric & Solar is a local, SGIP-approved contractor with 24+ years of experience helping Bay Area families electrify their homes affordably.
📲 Call us at 510-559-7700
📧 Email nsaglam@allyelectricandsolar.com
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Get the most from California's 2025 SGIP RSSE rebate and 30% federal solar tax credit. Learn how these powerful incentives interact and how to qualify for both.
Get Paid to Charge at Home: PG&E’s Residential Charging Solutions
Thinking about installing an EV charger at home? Good news — PG&E’s new Residential
Charging Solutions Rebate can cover up to 100% of your Level 2 charger cost!
Launched in April 2025, this program helps PG&E residential customers lower the cost of
home charging equipment, making EV ownership even more affordable and convenient.
How It Works
- Buy and install a Level 2 EV charger from PG&E’s approved list.
- Submit your receipt and application to PG&E.
- Get reimbursed for up to 100% of the equipment cost (installation labor is not covered).
Two Ways to Save
- Standard Rebate: Available to all PG&E residential customers. No income verification
needed.
- Rebate Plus: If you meet household income limits or are enrolled in a qualified public
assistance program, you may qualify for higher rebate amounts by submitting additional
income verification.
Eligible Chargers
Some of the models you can choose from include:
- Wallbox Pulsar Plus
- Enel X JuiceBox (32, 40, or 48)
- Emporia EV Charger
- EvoCharge iEVSE Home
Full approved list available here:
PG&E Residential Charging Solutions Rebate: https://www.pge.com/en/clean-energy/electric-vehicles/getting-started-with-electric-vehicles/residential-charging-solutions-rebate.html
Why Act Now to get rebate for your EV Charger?
- First-come, first-served funding
- Simplified application process
- Maximize savings while supporting a clean energy future!
Call us at 510-559-7700 or email nsaglam@allyelectricandsolar.com
What Is Load Shedding & How Bay Area Homeowners Can Avoid It with Solar + Battery Backup
Load shedding is becoming more common across California, including in cities like Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, El Cerrito, Walnut Creek, and Marin. If you’ve experienced sudden blackouts—even on sunny days—you’re not alone.
At Ally Electric and Solar, we help Bay Area homeowners protect their homes and families with solar and battery backup systems using FranklinWH, Tesla Powerwall, and Enphase IQ Batteries.
⚠️ What Is Load Shedding?
Load shedding is when utility companies like PG&E temporarily shut off electricity in certain areas to reduce stress on the power grid. This usually happens during:
Heatwaves when air conditioners overload the system
Wildfire risks or Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS)
Grid equipment failures
High evening demand under NEM 3.0
Even if you’re a responsible energy user, you could find yourself without power for hours—unless your home has a backup energy solution.
🔋 How to Stay Powered: Solar + Battery Backup
Adding a home battery system to your solar setup lets you store energy during the day and use it at night or during outages. With NEM 3.0 reducing export compensation, battery storage is now more valuable than ever.
Here’s how it works:
✅ Solar panels charge your battery during the day
✅ Battery powers your home in the evening or during blackouts
✅ No noise like a gas generator, and fully automatic
🏆 Top Battery Options We Install
At Ally Electric and Solar, we offer three top-tier battery systems that integrate seamlessly with solar:
🔹 FranklinWH Home Power System
Supports whole-home backup, including EV chargers and HVAC
Works with both new and existing solar systems
Built-in energy management with the aGate and aPower X
🔹 Tesla Powerwall 3
Compact, sleek design with integrated inverter
Stores up to 13.5 kWh per unit
Supports stacking multiple units for larger homes
🔹 Enphase IQ Battery 5P / 10T
Modular system that pairs perfectly with Enphase microinverters
Ideal for partial or essential-load backup
Real-time monitoring with the Enphase App
🔎 Why Choose Ally Electric and Solar?
With over 24 years of experience, we are your trusted local solar and battery installer serving Alameda and Contra Costa counties.
✅ Fully licensed and insured (CSLB #806465)
✅ Direct installer – no third-party middlemen
✅ Experts in SGIP rebates and Bay Area permitting
✅ Over 1,000 systems installed and raving fans throughout the region
📍 Serving the Bay Area
We proudly serve homes in: Berkeley, Oakland, Richmond, El Cerrito, Albany, Moraga, Walnut Creek, Marin, and surrounding Bay Area cities.
💬 Ready for Backup Power?
Stop worrying about blackouts and PG&E outages. Get a free estimate for your solar and battery backup system today.
📞 Call us at (510) 559-7700
🌐 Visit: www.allyelectricandsolar.com