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Should You Add a Battery to Your Illinois Solar System?

May 12, 2026 · 5 min read

Outage protection, supply-only net metering, and a $300/kWh rebate make storage worth a closer look.

Three reasons Illinois homeowners add storage

Batteries used to be a luxury. Three changes make them more compelling in Illinois today.

  • Backup power for storms, sump pumps, and work-from-home
  • Supply-only net metering rewards using your own solar
  • A $300/kWh utility storage rebate through 2029

When a battery may not pay off

If you rarely lose power and use most of your solar during the day, a battery may be harder to justify financially. We'll show you both scenarios side by side.

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