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Duke Energy PowerPair

A one-time incentive for installing solar and a battery together. Customers on the Net Metering Bridge rider must also join Duke's battery control program, which adjusts the battery 30-36 times a year for monthly bill credits.

Run by

Duke Energy

Where

Duke Energy Carolinas, Duke Energy Progress

Devices

new rooftop solar + home battery

Who can join

NC customers of Duke Energy Carolinas or Duke Energy Progress; installed by a Duke Energy Trade Ally; apply within 90 days of operation; subject to a 30,000 kW-AC solar cap per utility.

What it pays

Up to $9,000 one-time, depending on equipment. Battery control monthly credits range from $5 to $52 (about $60-$624 a year), depending on the battery.

Note: An installer reported in Sept 2026 that PowerPair has reached capacity for Duke Energy Progress customers; not confirmed on a Duke page.

Last checked 2026-10-02

Duke Energy Power Manager / EnergyWise Home - Battery Control

Duke adjusts the battery's settings at least 30 and at most 36 times a year to support the grid; participants can opt out of four events a year and get monthly bill credits.

Run by

Duke Energy

Where

Duke Energy Carolinas (Power Manager), Duke Energy Progress (EnergyWise Home)

Devices

customer-owned home batteries

Who can join

Duke Energy NC customers with an eligible battery; required for PowerPair customers on the Net Metering Bridge rider.

What it pays

Monthly credits of $5-$52 depending on battery size (per Duke's PowerPair trade ally page).

Last checked 2026-10-02