Battery Storage in Austin, TX

Austin, Texas homeowners are adding battery storage to protect against power outages, reduce peak electricity costs, and maximize solar savings. The local utility, Austin Energy, charges $0.12/kWh for residential electricity. With Texas averaging 48 hours of outages per year, a home battery provides critical backup power when the grid goes down.

A home battery stores solar energy generated during the day for use at night and during outages. When paired with solar panels, battery storage allows Austin homeowners to dramatically reduce grid dependence and protect against rising utility rates.

The federal residential energy storage tax credit (Section 25D) expired December 31, 2025. Homeowners purchasing batteries with cash or a loan no longer receive any federal tax credit. The Grid Resilience is the key state-level program for Austin — texas has no state battery rebate but batteries are essential for grid resilience. Austin Energy adds a $4,050 utility battery rebate on top of state incentives.

NuWatt Energy installs battery storage systems directly in Austin — no subcontractors. We handle the full process: load assessment, battery sizing, installation, interconnection with Austin Energy, and all incentive applications. Pair with solar to charge your battery with free energy from your roof.