The clock is ticking for California homeowners with solar. If your system was installed under NEM 1 or NEM 2, big changes are coming that could cost you thousands in lost energy credits. But there’s a smart way to protect your savings and boost your energy independence: add a battery storage system before the end of the year.
Jonas Energy Solutions, based in Lake County, California, helps homeowners take control of their power bills with custom solar and battery solutions. Whether your system is aging, orphaned, or simply unprepared for NEM 3.0, their team can help you lock in better savings, backup power, and peace of mind, before the window closes.
The Data Is Clear: NEM 3.0 Significantly Reduces Solar Export Value
According to data from EnergySage, California’s NEM 3.0 policy has slashed the value of exported solar energy by up to 75% compared to NEM 2.0. That means solar homeowners are now earning as little as $0.05–$0.08 per kWh, compared to the $0.25–$0.30 range under the older rules.
By pairing your system with battery storage, you can store your solar power for personal use during peak pricing hours, rather than selling it back to the grid for pennies.
What Is Net Energy Metering (NEM) and Why It’s Changing
Net Energy Metering (NEM) has been the backbone of solar savings in California. Under NEM 1 and NEM 2, homeowners were credited near-retail rates for any excess power they sent back to the grid. This made going solar a smart long-term investment.
But with NEM 3.0, the rules have changed. Now, energy sold back to the utility during peak demand hours (typically 4–9 PM) earns much less. Homeowners who don’t have battery storage are seeing a significant drop in their return on investment.
How Battery Storage Solves the NEM 3.0 Problem
Think of your battery like a smart stockbroker. It “buys low” by storing solar power during the day when it’s abundant, and “sells high” by powering your home during peak pricing hours or by sending energy to the grid when rates spike.
Adding battery storage lets you:
Maximize your solar investment by using more of your own power
Avoid low utility buyback rates under NEM 3.0
Run on stored energy during peak hours, blackouts, or PSPS events
Gain energy independence without relying on grid pricing
If your system was installed under NEM 1 or NEM 2, now is the time to consider investing in a battery backup system to best leverage your solar investment
Who Should Be Thinking About Battery Storage Right Now
This isn’t just for new solar customers. There are three groups of homeowners who should act now:
1. Homeowners with NEM 1 or NEM 2 Systems
If your solar system is nearing 20 years old or your original agreement is expiring, your rate structure may automatically change to NEM 3.0. Adding a battery now protects your financial return and extends your system’s performance.
2. Orphaned Solar Customers
Many homeowners were left with no support when their installer went out of business or their lease expired. Jonas Energy can inspect your system, recommend upgrades, and retrofit a battery to work with your existing setup, no need to start from scratch.
3. Homeowners Without Battery Storage
Even if your solar is working fine, you’re still exporting power during the day and buying it back at night, often at a premium. A battery bridges that gap and cuts your energy bills even further.
What Does a Battery System Cost?
Most homeowners in California can expect to pay:
$12,000 to $15,000 to add a battery to an existing solar system
$30,000 to $60,000 for a new solar + battery package
But thanks to current incentives, the true cost is significantly lower. Right now, homeowners can qualify for:
$1,000 instant savings from Jonas Energy (limited-time offer)
Potential local or utility rebates, depending on location and income
Why Now? Incentives and Deadlines You Should Know
Adding battery storage this winter ensures:
You get in before contractors are fully booked
You start saving immediately
Jonas Energy Solutions has already helped hundreds of homeowners throughout Lake County and surrounding areas upgrade their solar systems with battery storage. Their team handles everything, consultation, sizing, design, permitting, installation, and support.
Don’t Let Your Solar Investment Lose Value
You went solar to save money, gain independence, and do the right thing. But under NEM 3.0, doing nothing could mean giving away your power for pennies. A battery ensures your system keeps working for you, not the utility company.
Whether you’re looking to add a battery, upgrade an aging system, or finally get help after your original installer vanished, J onas Energy Solutions is here to help.
Schedule a Free Solar + Battery Consultation Today
There’s still time to act, but not much. With incentives set to expire and availability limited, now is the moment to take control of your energy future.
Contact Jonas Energy Solutions today to schedule your free energy audit or battery upgrade consultation and get $1,000 off a new battery system!
