WHAT IS NEM 3.0?

California started a new solar rule called NEM 3.0 on April 13, 2023.

Learn about the important changes and how they impact you.

NEM 3.0 is a new rule for people with solar panels. It changes how they are paid for the extra power they send back to the power grid.


Nova West can help you save more money with the new NEM 3.0 rules. 

Contact us to find out how.

NEM 3.0 EXPLAINED

NEM 3.0 101

For over 15 years, Nova West has been dedicated to providing trustworthy solar solutions to homeowners. Understanding the importance of reliable information for Valley homeowners, we have always aimed to be well-informed and ready with answers.


What Has Changed?

In line with California's ambitious goals for renewable energy, the state has revised its solar policy to encourage the use of battery storage more effectively.


Should You Get a Battery?

With the new NEM 3.0 rules, just having solar panels isn't enough to save as much on energy costs as before. Now, combining solar panels with a battery system is important. This is because the money you get back for the solar energy you produce has decreased. Without a battery, you can't use all the solar energy you could be making.


The Answer: Store Your Solar Energy to Save More.

If you don't have a battery, the extra solar energy you make in the sunny months (like June, July, and August) won't save you as much money when it goes back to the power lines. You need to have the right size solar system and a battery. This way, you don't lose the extra energy you make in the spring and other months when you make a lot of solar energy. The battery keeps it for you to use later.

NEM 3.0 Savings

Can I Still Save Money?

Yes, you can still save money with solar under the NEM 3.0 rules. Nova West's solar + battery focuses on solar savings, smart battery use, and less reliance on the utility grid. We're dedicated to helping homeowners reduce their need for energy from the grid by finding the right balance of solar power and battery storage for their homes.


What Savings Can You Expect?

While the savings from solar and battery storage under NEM 3.0 are about 30% less than under NEM 2.0, Nova West customers can still expect significant lifetime savings. Though it might take 2-3 years longer to pay back the investment, you could save between $50,000 and $120,000 over time, based on how long you live in your home and the yearly savings from your solar and battery system compared to regular energy costs.


Nova West  can help you save more money with the new NEM 3.0 rules. We adjust our solar services to fit these rules. Contact us to find out how.