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Hello, thank you for your interest in our products. Our product range includes batteries suitable for various applications such as RVs, golf carts, camping, and home energy storage. However, we have not specifically mentioned which batteries are suitable for use in fishing boats until now.Fishing boat applications have higher requirements for batteries. Some people use batteries directly as power sources for fishing boats, which may work in the short term but can cause severe battery wear in the long run. Others charge the battery and use it as a backup power source for the boat, which not only ensures the battery's lifespan but also maximizes its use.Therefore, we recommend the following batteries for use in fishing boats:12V 100Ah24V 100Ah24V 200AhThese batteries have moderate power and can meet the needs of fishing boats. Our batteries have a long service life and can provide reliable power support for you.As for other applications, we have a range of batteries suitable for different scenarios. We recommend batteries with high cost-effectiveness and practicality for each specific application. The battery models we generally use depend on the power requirements of the application. If you have any further questions or need more help, please do not hesitate to contact us.

Ammar asked us one question:" I live in North America and we have a very cold winter, what preparations do I need to make before storing the 48v golf battery during the winter months?" We took this issue into consideration when designing the product, so the 48V/36V 105AH Golf Cart Battery has a low-temperature protection function. Under the rated temperature, the battery will be protected whether it is charging or discharging. Do you also have the same problem? In response to this problem, we will give you some suggestions on usage and storage to make your battery more durable. The battery needs to be recharged within 12 hours after fully dis-charging. Do not expose cable outside. All battery terminals must be disconnected before maintenance.Do not use cleaning solvents to clean the battery. Do not expose the battery to flammable or harsh chemicals or vapors. Do not paint any part of the battery, include any internal or external components. Any foreign object is prohibited to be inserted into any part of the battery. Any warranty claims are excluded for direct or indirect damage due to items above. lf the battery is stored for a prolonged time, it is requirement that they are charged every three months, and the SOC should be no less than 30%. During Operation lf the battery system needs to be moved or repaired, the power must be cut off first and the battery is completely shut down. lt is prohibited to connect the battery with different type of battery. lt is prohibited to put the batteries working with faulty or incompatible controller and motor. ln case of fire, only dry powder fire extinguisher can be used,liquid fire extinguishers are prohibited. Please do not open, repair or disassemble the battery.  Operating Temperature Range Charge 0℃~50℃（32°F～122°F） Discharge -20℃~60℃（4°F～140°F） Storage Temperature range -10℃~50℃（-14°F～122°F） Low Temp Cut Off Protection(Discharge) -20℃±4°℃（-4°F±39.2°F）   We also have some questions want to discuss with you. Have you ever expected that the battery of the golf cart has a self-heating function? Are golf carts frequently used in winter? What do you think our golf cart battery needs to improve? Invite you to participate in our design. In short, just use the battery according to the precautions in the manual. If you have any product quality problems during use according to the manual, you can contact us to solve the problem. 

Gray: Will this work on my 2016 Yamaha drive 2 power tech Ac golf cart? Vatrer A: As long as you are currently using 48V lead-acid batteries, they can be adapted. Michael: Is there anything else needed to switch over my EZGO 48v golf cart? What is the warranty on the battery? Vatrer A: Hello, Our warranty policy varies depending on the model you purchase. For specific information, please pay attention to our warranty policy. There are two ways to turn on/off the battery, One is the LCD Screen with the Switch button, The other way is the Switch button on the battery. It's easy for you to turn on/off the battery instead of opening the golf cart‘s stool. David: See the two orange arrows? There are two wires connected to the positive on one battery and the negative of the other battery. Where will I connect these to my new Vatrer 48v battery? Vatrer A:  Jason: How do you arrive at 10.4KW output? 48v x 105 is only ~ 5KW 🤷♂️ Vatrer A: Hello, 105ah is capacity, 200A is discharge, The current is 200amps. Jack: I have a 1999 club car. Does this come with any type of mounting hardware? Vatrer A: Hello, our items come with Bluetooth, and an LCD display, which could show the main data on the display Bashworth: I’m interested in buying your 48 V battery. Wanna make sure you’ve got good customer service though. Do you have a U.S customer service or technical service number? Vatrer A: Hello, Sure, We Have Online Service, Also, Our Phone number is +1 818-858-7258, If you have any technical problems, please leave message to us or call us directly on our working time, And We'll reply for you as soon as we could. Billy: 36v 105ah lithium battery.  My question is    ( Does setting or parameters or balancing need to be set on the 2 different blue tooth apps? Or is everything already preset when I receive the battery and hook up the charger to the battery?? Also is there any certain way I should use battery as far as percentage I should draw or not draw before recharging battery. I want to get all the life I can get out of battery. So I was wondering about proper procedure on use , discharge and charging of battery. Both blue tooth apps have all kinds of settings with no explanation or instructions Vatrer A: Hello, The battery is already set up, you don't need to go to additional settings, lithium batteries are always charged and always discharged. The batteries are fine as long as you don't damage them artificially. Don't leave the battery uncharged for a long time. The best way to do this is to carefully read some of the precautions in the battery's manual. Ralph: Is it compatible with a Curtis controller? Vatrer A: Hello, As long as your battery and model are using 48V lead-acid batteries, then our batteries are compatible with them. We have sorted out the questions that have been asked more recently, hoping to help you. BTW, if you have other questions, we are also happy to help you answer them.  Gary Seitz: Does the battery have to be in the on mode to charge? Vatrer A: Yes

As the annual peak season for tourism approaches, some people choose to travel by RV, while others choose to tend to their gardens at home.   One of the most frequently asked questions recently is: "Will I need to purchase a DC-to-DC adaptor to install between my lithium battery and tow vehicle to prevent the lithium battery from back charging to my tow vehicle alternator?" If you are also facing this problem of wanting to charge the battery in reverse but unsure if you need an adaptor, let me clarify that a converter is needed to charge our battery, and the voltage needs to be maintained between 14.2 and 14.6 volts    Despite this, we still recommend three charging methods that we support for 12V batteries: 1) Use a lithium iron phosphate 4-string (14.6V) charger to charge the battery pack, 2) Use photovoltaic solar panels to charge the battery through MPPT, 3) Use the inverter to charge the battery pack (note: the inverter needs a built-in AC to DC charging function).   Certainly! Let me know which battery we use the most for the RV scenario. Currently, the most inquired-about battery is Vatrer 12V with options ranging from 100Ah to 300Ah. In fact, we have a specially designed RV battery, Vatrer 12V 460Ah RV Battery, that performance is stronger than multiple 12V 100Ah, 200Ah, or 300Ah connected in parallel. Let us know if you have other similar questions you want to know, we will give the most professional answer.

We have encountered a significant issue during the design and production of our products and we would appreciate your assistance. Initially, we designed Vatrer 36V/48V 105Ah Golf Cart Batteries with right angles. However, we discovered during practical implementation that right angles require higher standards for logistics transportation. Sometimes, logistics providers are not careful enough and easily damage the packaging box. Therefore, we changed the design to rounded corners, which have advantages during transportation and result in fewer damaged packaging boxes.However, we are now reconsidering the use of right angles. Our concerns are as follows:1. Most of our competitors' golf cart batteries have right angles. Will using rounded corners be seen as a unique advantage or a disadvantage?2. Some buyers feel that right angles are more atmospheric, while rounded corners appear overly delicate.3. We have since found a new solution to the logistics problem, and packaging damage is no longer an issue. Therefore, whether we use right angles or rounded corners has no impact on us. Instead, we are more concerned about your preference. We have always put consumer needs first in our design and production process, and our goal is to create each battery with care and precision.We value your opinion and encourage innovation and breakthroughs to involve everyone in our design process.Please leave your valuable suggestions in the comments. Or Please tell us what your ideal golf cart battery would look like.

Thank you for your inquiry. Our new Vatrer 12V 460Ah RV battery features higher capacity and longer lifespan compared to the old 12V 400Ah battery, achieved through the use of higher quality materials and more advanced manufacturing technology. As a result, the cost of the new battery has increased, which is one of the reasons for the price increase. We believe that the improved performance and lifespan of the new battery will provide you with a better user experience. If you have any other questions, please do not hesitate to contact us.Regarding the differences between the two products, the 460Ah Lifepo4 battery uses 8Pcs battery cells, The capacity of each cell is 230ah, while the 12V 400Ah Lifepo4 battery only uses 8Pcs 203ah cells. All use four-series and two-parallel connections, Although we did not highlight this feature in our promotion. The 460Ah battery also features a thicker and more solid high-end matte metal casing, while the 400Ah battery uses a regular iron case. Due to the additional battery cells and thicker metal casing, the weight of the 460Ah RV battery is 47.5kg, while the Vatrer 12V 400Ah weighs 43kg.In terms of energy, the 12V 460Ah RV battery has a capacity of up to 5888Wh, while the 12V 400Ah RV battery has 5120Wh, which increases the battery's usage time to a certain extent, allowing you to charge less frequently. Many customers have raised concerns about not knowing when the battery is turned on or off. In response, we have added a blue light design to the new product, which illuminates when the switch is turned on.In addition, some customers were confused about the green button design on our old RV battery, which was originally intended for testing and after-sales service and did not consider customers' actual usage needs. Therefore, we have removed this design from the new product to make it easier for you to use.We typically use UPS/FedEx logistics channels, but even with such professional logistics companies, there may be unexpected situations. Some customers have reported receiving products with misaligned battery cells. The 12V 460Ah RV battery greatly improves this issue with a more secure bracket and sponge protection.The updates mentioned above were made in response to customer feedback and changes in market demand. We will fully consider your opinions to produce more professional and high-quality products. Therefore, please do not hesitate to share your suggestions with us. Watrer Power welcome all feedback.

Since September 5, 2024, Vatrer Power has upgraded its warranty policy. The upgraded policy offers a 10-year warranty for 12V 460Ah, 48V LiFePO4 Series (excluding stacked batteries), and golf cart batteries. For more details, please refer to our warranty policy. Recently, there have been many inquiries about the Vatrer five-year warranty issue. Below, we will provide a detailed explanation of this issue.The five-year warranty means that if a product develops a fault due to manufacturing defects within five years of purchase, the user can enjoy free repair or replacement services. However, it should be noted that the five-year warranty usually only applies to specific product lines or models, and requires compliance with relevant usage and maintenance regulations. If a product malfunctions due to improper use or maintenance by the user during the use process, it will not be covered by the five-year warranty. If you have any questions about the five-year warranty, you can refer to the product manual or contact customer service.You can register here and contact us directly if you have any questions. Please let us know, We'll try our best to solve them for you. 1. Visit the Register 5 Year Warranty page via the menu 2. Fill in all the required information and click the "Register Now" button. 3. Unsurprisingly, you will be alerted to the successful registration. 4. At this time you have the option of getting an additional 2 years of warranty on the event. 5. Participate in the event and fill out the information to get an additional 2-year warranty, so act fast! If you have any questions about this, you can contact us by email Brand@vatrerpower.com

Some people may wonder, how did we cite a critical video to the website? Do you want to catch William Prowse's traffic? In fact, for our products, this is not a criticism, but more like an encouragement to us to produce and design products with more market competitiveness. Today I want to say that we have indeed done it. We did use the welding method to connect the internal lines of the battery before, why do we use this connection method? Insufficient research on the U.S. market and unclear industry standards for U.S. line connections Although mechanical connection method does not seem to be so advanced, its protection is not lower than that of crimping. Many people may worry that the high temperature of the battery will fuse the welding point, causing it to fall off and causing an electric shock hazard. In fact, our welding melting point is 200°C, which is much higher than the 75°C of the high temperature cut-off protection. Why should we change it? The previous connection method does look messy and not aesthetically pleasing Cater to customer preferences and comply with industry standards We accept all criticisms and actively innovate, only to produce better products In addition to changing the line connection method, the protective cotton has also been upgraded 12V 100AH product advantages: Low Temp Cutoff Cost-effective Grade A cells Why do you say we are cost-effective? The price is much lower than the products with low temperature protection function on the market We provide a five-year warranty. If there is any problem with the product, we will solve it for you as soon as possible In addition to this product, we have developed many other products with mature technology Why are we posting this blog? Thanks and apologies to William. To support more people to question our products, we are willing to accept suggestions. Hope everyone can support our products.

Why do you need to become a member? In the context of economic globalization, our foreign trade is also developing rapidly, but the resulting energy waste is also increasing. There is only one earth. Let us start with small things, Beginning with using LiFePO4 Battery, protecting our homeland, Calling more people to go green with us! How to be a Vatrer affiliate? 1. Register a Vatrer affiliate account2. Set the way to get commissions and turn on reminders3. View data such as commissions charged, sharing methods, Links, Sources, etc4. User using guide Become an affiliate Vatrer is a young and fast-growing solar battery brand dedicated to providing high-quality products at an affordable price range while offering a 5-year warranty. Now, We are excited to announce we have launched a new affiliate program. Affiliate Benefits Becoming an affiliate of Vatrerpower.com is easy and rewarding! Just provide a link from your site to Vatrerpower.com and you'll earn commissions on sales you send us. Commissions are only available for sharing VATRER "Products", not for "Accessories" Get a $10 commission for each order completed, and the commission will be canceled if the customer is refunded The commission will reach your PayPal within 30 days of placing the order Get a commission by sharing the link, if you want to use coupons, please contact us. Affiliate Program Details Our affiliate program is hosted on the af.uppromote affiliate system. We have a dedicated affiliate management team to help you place links, banners, and tools on your websites, blogs, and newsletters. Also, as an affiliate of the Vatrerpower.com program, you will have the convenience of easily accessing detailed traffic and earning reports, sales tracking information, and other helpful tools to manage and optimize your campaigns. Available Tools In addition, we offer you many promotional tools to help attract potential shoppers:1. Text links2. Coupons Terms & Conditions Either party has the right to terminate the agreement immediately without prior notice. If the Affiliate terminates the agreement, no further commissions from Vatrerpower will be paid for any past or future customer transactions.If Vatrerpower chooses to terminate the agreement, any balance will be paid to the affiliate within 30 days of termination. Vatrerpower reserves the right to terminate any affiliate where we deem the Affiliate has abused their referrals.Should you have any questions regarding your Affiliate payout, please contact brand@vatrerpower.comShould you have any questions regarding your Affiliate payout, please contact brand@vatrerpower.comJOIN NOW

The Benefits of Solar Energy Battery Storage Did you know that there are 3,060,407 solar systems currently installed in the U.S.? It has been said that the buildings of the future will be powered by solar energy. This is already starting to become a reality, as businesses and homeowners are installing solar panels on their roofs every day with the expectation to see utility cost savings. However, many people are still hesitant to make the switch to solar energy because they are unsure of how it works. This means that there are property managers, business owners, and homeowners that will be missing out on the cost savings and other benefits. In the third quarter of 2021 alone, the U.S. solar industry installed 5.4 gigawatts of capacity. This means that there was a 33% increase year over year. We’re going to discuss the benefits of adding a battery system to your solar panel installation so you don’t miss out on the benefits. We will also show how you can save money on your utility bills, attract better tenants, and reduce your carbon footprint. So read on to learn more about how solar plus a battery system can benefit your building. What Are The Benefits Of A Solar System? There are many benefits of adding a solar plus battery system to your building. One of the main benefits is utility cost savings. Solar energy is free once you have installed the initial investment of solar panels and batteries. Solar is offering the opportunity to use the energy of the sun at its best. This means that you will no longer have to pay for electricity. Additionally, building owners can often take advantage of tax credits and rebates to help offset the cost of installation. Another benefit is that solar energy systems are a great way to reduce your carbon footprint. By using renewable energy sources like solar panels and wind turbines, we can help reduce our dependence on fossil fuels. By using solar energy, you are reducing the number of greenhouse gases that are released into the atmosphere. Solar panels also help increase the value of your property. A recent study found that homes with solar panels sell 20% faster and for 17% more money than homes without them. And finally, adding a battery system to your solar installation will make your building more reliable during power outages. It’s able to do this when solar batteries have backup functionality, as this allows for the solar energy to get used even when there has been a power outage. You might also like to know that solar panels are a great investment for additional protection during inclement weather or other similar situations. Take a hurricane, for example, most solar panels can withstand 140 mph winds. That means solar panels are generally strong enough to last through a category 4 hurricane. More on the Benefits and Utility Cost Savings You can expect a great return on your investments and even take advantage of tax credits along with bonus depreciation. This is because commercial installations will benefit from the Solar Investment Tax Credit. This tax credit gives consumers a 26% federal tax credit. Solar panel systems are also more affordable than most people think. Installation costs have decreased by at least 70% over the last 10 years, making an installation project for building managers more attainable than ever. We’ve already touched on cost savings but so you get a complete understanding of it, we’ll tell you what you can expect to save. Remember, after the initial installation of your panels, you’ll save significant amounts on your energy bills. For commercial energy storage and panels, you can deduct up to 85% of the solar panel cost when tax time comes around. Overall, you can expect to save up to 25% on your typical electric bill. Have You Thought About the Benefits of a Green Lease? Yes, you can offer your tenants a green lease agreement. A green lease is a type of lease agreement that encourages sustainable practices. This can include things like using energy-efficient appliances, installing solar panels, and adding a battery system. Offering a green lease is a great way to attract and retain tenants. Tenants are increasingly interested in sustainable practices and are willing to pay more for buildings that offer them. In fact, one study found that 61% of tenants would be willing to pay more for an eco-friendly apartment. Overall, with a green lease, tenants and building owners can: Save on finances Conserve resources Ensure operation efficiency Promote a healthy use of energy So if you’re looking for ways to make your building more attractive to tenants, consider offering a green lease agreement. An Increase In Reliability Solar energy has been growing in popularity for several reasons, but one of the main reasons is that it’s a reliable source of energy. Unlike other renewable energy sources like wind and hydro, solar is not as intermittent. This means that you can count on it to generate electricity whenever you need it. It works this way because it can use the energy that was stored while the sun was shining for use when it isn’t. Solar power is generally intermittent, however, because the sun doesn’t shine endlessly in one specific location. Since energy can be stored for consistent use, this reliability is especially important for businesses and industrial properties. Many of these types of properties rely on a steady stream of electricity to keep running, and solar can provide that reliable source of power. In fact, many businesses are turning to solar to reduce instances of unreliability. The grid has been struggling to keep up with the increasing demand, which has led to frequent outages. By going solar, businesses can avoid these outages and ensure that they have a continuous supply of electricity. The Goals of Commercial Buildings Using Solar There are multiple goals that commercial buildings often have when converting to solar energy. These buildings can save significant amounts of money and streamline building operations with solar powering air conditioning, heating, and lighting. Additionally, many businesses want to shift away from on-grid electricity options. The three main uses of solar panels are: Passive solar usage for heating and cooling Solar water heating Solar photovoltaics for electricity production The main goals that commercial buildings have are utility cost savings, solar energy battery storage, and reduced intermittency overall. These three factors often lead to a commercial building becoming more sustainable from solar energy. A solar battery system can help a business reach these goals in an affordable way. Additionally, the U.S. Department of Energy is attempting to accelerate developments and deployments of solar technology. This is to support a transition to a complete decarbonized electric system by at least 2035. Custom Energy Storage Energy storage options can have multiple benefits and can offer power through different avenues. This means that there are different energy storage options that commercial properties can use. A storage solution with a Lithium-Ion Phosphate battery system is one of these options. Overall, a storage system gives off a supply of energy anytime the sun isn’t shining. This is a great way of storing solar energy that you may need, and have it distributed when you actually do need it. Storage systems usually fall into three main categories. Although the design of solar storage systems can be unique to what a business needs, the categories are pretty basic. A storage system will usually operate as a: Complete off-grid system Peak demand reduction Emergency backup Additionally, energy storage will usually fall within one of three categories: battery, mechanical, or thermal. There are also three main types of solar energy system types that you can expect to see. They will be on-grid, completely off-grid, or a hybrid version. The main goal of the storage system is to reduce demand and energy costs but they all do so in different ways. Additionally, for commercial energy storage, you will often have net metering. This means that you can send any excess energy back to the grid for credit on your electric bill. This is a great benefit if you are only adding a solar system to power certain things and not the operations of an entire building and still want a way to offset additional costs.

Did you know that the U.S. solar industry increased by 43% from 2019 to 2020? In the next eight years, it is expected that solar usage will quadruple.  Residential and commercial solar usage has made it even more vital to consider energy storage companies for your business. Storing solar energy can help you save money and let you gain access to solar power when it is cloudy, nighttime, or during power outages.  Are you still interested? We have put together a complete guide on solar energy benefits and six ways the commercial energy storage industry is changing. Keep reading for more information!  Types of Energy When talking about powering your company, you have to consider what type of energy will sustain your business, cut down costs, and reduce your carbon footprint. There are four main types of energy, not including other forms that are rarely used regularly, such as wood. Some of the main ones you’ll find in everyday businesses are: Electricity Natural gas Propane Solar Electricity remains one of the most widely used forms of energy, with over 40% of residential homes using it. Renewable energy accounted for 7% of residential areas but increased for residential and commercial use.  Benefits of Solar Energy Solar energy and energy storage can benefit your business by offering a sustainable energy form to reduce your costs. Other benefits of transitioning to solar for commercial use are: Investment returns Low-maintenance Reliable Environmentally friendly Switching to solar reduces carbon emissions, and it is much cheaper than you might expect. Compared to years prior, solar has come down in price, and there are more investment returns and incentives locally and nationally if you switch. The upfront costs also outweigh the need for maintenance.  Once installed, you shouldn’t have to manage your solar panels, and you can monitor performance with new and improved AI technology. Energy Storage Companies Energy storage companies work directly with businesses by providing commercial energy storage. Recent trends have opened opportunities for installing solar and using batteries when it is dark outside or when the power goes out. Additionally, over 25 to 35 years, solar energy produces no emissions and can sustain businesses while steering you away from harmful fossil fuels.  1. Rooftop Solar Panels You have likely seen rooftop solar panels if you have driven through residential regions. This is the first line of energy storage but is mainly designed for day-to-day use. You can calculate energy storage from rooftop solar panels by multiplying your solar panel wattage by the average number of sunlight hours per day.  The final calculation will give you the daily watts per hour. There are a few other factors that affect solar energy, such as: Number of solar panels Location  Time of year Make sure you install your solar panels in a sunny area. Also, remember that cloudy days will produce 10% to 25% of your average solar output.  2. Carport Solar Panels If you have a commercial or industrial facility with carports, you already have a prime location for energy solutions. Companies can install solar panels directly on carports. As you generate enough energy for your company or business, you can sell your grid for community use and start making money. Additionally, solar panels can help reduce your demand charge since you’ll require less electricity.  3. Ground-Mounted Solar Panels Ground-mounted solar panels are another option for clean energy storage. If you have undeveloped or vacant land, this option might work best. Ensure that you have plenty of space and it is free from shade.  You can also use this space for solar energy storage batteries. 4. Solar Energy Storage Batteries Arguably, one of the best commercial energy storage solutions is batteries. Battery energy storage companies can build units that house solar batteries at your commercial or industrial business. What are the benefits of using renewable energy battery storage companies? Decrease demand charge Federal and state incentives Sell power Emergencies Leading energy storage companies can build resilient and durable storage units that let you access solar power when there are power outages. There are also federal incentives for installing solar panels, and some states offer additional financial reimbursements.  5. Peak Shaving Peak shaving is typically used with electricity usage and batteries. It includes charging batteries when electricity prices are lowest and discharging at the highest. However, the same concept can easily apply to energy storage companies such as 174 Power Global.  First, charge any on-site batteries through your solar panels. Next, you can look at your energy management system and determine if it’s cheaper to pull energy from solar panels or batteries. This can save you money from drawing from the grid since you will have two options you can pick from.  6. Thermal Storage One of the main challenges with solar energy storage is how do you access it on cloudy days or at night? Concentrating solar power (CSP) systems use the concept of solar by reflecting sun rays onto a receiver which creates heat and leads to electricity. The result is a combination of solar and thermal storage that can generate long-term use. Currently, three systems have started being implemented in industrial and commercial use. 

The recent “Net Metering version 2.0” (NEM v2.0) proposed decision handed down by the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) is being hailed as a huge victory for the solar industry. The press have proclaimed that the CPUC rejected the utilities proposals and decided to side much closer with solar advocates. For someone that has been following this proceeding closely from the beginning, I agree and feel that the solar industry did very well considering the range of outcomes. But I also believe that there has been some misinterpretation on the issue of preserving “full retail credit” Net Metering. In actuality, the CPUC’s ruling effectively ends full retail credit NEM as we know it today, which values exported energy to the grid at the full retail rate of energy. The ruling explicitly states that non-bypassable charges (NBC’s) can no longer be offset by solar, but instead have to be paid based on a customers’ gross usage. Under today’s NEM rules if a solar homeowner produces the same amount of energy they consume, at the end of their 12-month NEM cycle they would not have to pay non-bypassable charges. All the NBC’s would get netted out. But the new NEM v2.0 rules change this, and effectively discount solar exports by the combined amount of NBC’s for a particular rate schedule. This is the mathematical equivalent of haircutting exports, or discounting the rate solar gets credited at. What are Non-bypassable charges? Non-bypassable charges are volumetric based charges that cover the utility's costs associated with programs such as low-income ratepayer assistance, energy efficiency, and nuclear decommissioning of shut down plants. The Proposed Decision explicitly defines non-bypassable charges as “transmission charge, Public Purpose Program Charge, Nuclear Decommissioning Charge, Competition Transition Charge, New System Generation Charge, and Department of Water Resources bond charge.” Based on my calculations, these NBC’s collectively add up to anywhere between $0.02 to $0.05/kWh depending on the utility rate tariff schedule, when including the transmission charge. What effect will this have on solar project economics? It depends. It depends on a number of things, including: (1) how much solar a NEM customer exports back to the grid, which is determined by (2) how big the solar system is sized, relative the customers’ total annual usage, and (3) the customers’ unique load profile, which shows when they use. It also depends on (4) the design specifications of the solar system, and (5) how much NBC’s collectively amount to on a particular rate schedule. It’s hard to generalize what the net effect is because it depends on a number of variables that are specific to each customer. I ran some scenarios to quantify the amount of energy that gets exported and the reduction in dollar savings. I used the typical residential load profile that the utilities used as an exhibit in the NEM v2.0 proceeding and assumed 12,000 kWh of gross annual usage. I modeled six different sized solar systems, ranging between 33% to 100% offset, in terms of kWh annually. The matrix below shows the amount of solar being exported and the corresponding reduction in dollar savings. *solar production assumptions: PV Watts v5, San Diego TMY2 weather station, 180 south, 10 tilt, no shading   This illustration is meant to give an indication of how much solar gets exported for various sized systems. It may be surprising to see that on a 75% offset system, about half the annual solar production gets exported to the grid, which would translate to a $170/year ($14/month) haircut in dollar savings, assuming $0.04/kWh combined NBC’s. The percentage of exports will of course vary based on the load profile of the customer and the design specifications of the solar system. For instance, a west facing solar system would export less on average. Also a commercial customer with a similar sized offset system would likely export less on average, because they tend to have more mid-day usage compared to a residential customer that peaks later in the evening.     What’s the bottom line? The CPUC’s recent ruling on NEM v2.0 is an indisputable victory for the California solar industry. The CPUC rejected the utilities proposals, which would have gutted net metering and destroyed the solar value proposition. But from my perspective, no longer allowing non-bypassable charges to be offset by solar technically ends the full retail value Net Metering that exists today. The bottom line is that all solar exports will get haircut by the amount of NBC’s for a particular rate schedule. So whether you frame it by saying “no more netting of NBC’s” or “solar exports are getting a haircut” the math is the same. Exports are valued less than imports. To accurately quantify the dollar savings of a solar project under the new NEM regime will require the determination of how much solar gets exported. You can do this by either: (1) acquiring a customers’ interval meter (aka Green Button) data file and then simulate how much solar gets exported, or (2) estimate the amount of solar that gets exported based on a baselined sample load profile. Either way, simply knowing how much energy a customer uses will not be enough. Solar salespeople will need good software capable of performing this analysis. They will also need to explain exports and present their analysis in clear terms to their potential customer. The more that non-bypassable charges collectively amount to, the more important this all becomes.