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OCPA Residential Battery Rebate Program Terms and Conditions

Program Eligibility
To qualify for a rebate under the Orange County Power Authority (OCPA) Residential Battery Rebate Program, applicants must satisfy all applicable requirements outlined below.

Customer Eligibility

  1. To qualify for the OCPA Residential Battery Program (“Program”), applicants must meet the criteria in the program handbook.

Customer Agreement
By submitting an application, you agree to participate in the Program and to comply with all Terms and Conditions outlined herein. You also consent to allow The Energy Coalition (“TEC”) to access and use personally identifiable information necessary for administering the Program. Your continued participation in the Program is subject to these Terms and Conditions, which may be updated or amended from time to time at the discretion of OCPA and TEC.

Rebate Details

  1. All participants who meet the eligibility requirements and submit a complete and approved application will receive a one-time rebate of $1,000.
  2. Rebate payments will be issued by TEC on behalf of OCPA. Payments will be processed and disbursed within 30 business days of application approval.
  3. Rebates are available on a first-come, first-served basis and are subject to the availability of program funds. A rebate is not guaranteed until a reservation has been approved and confirmed by the Program.
  4. Battery storage systems must be installed, and a completed claim form must be submitted within six (6) months of reservation approval or by May 15, 2026, whichever comes first, to remain eligible for the rebate.
  5. Participants must also submit the permission-to-operate (PTO) issued by Southern California Edison (SCE) within 6 months of claim approval.

OCPA reserves the right to request reimbursement of the rebate if any of the following occurs:

  • Failure to submit the required PTO documentation within the specified timeframe;
  • Discovery that the system was not installed or operational as represented in the application and/or claim form;
  • Violation of program eligibility terms or material misrepresentation by the participant.

OCPA further reserves the right to pursue all available remedies permitted under law, including collection or legal action, to recover funds improperly issued under this program.

Homeowner Acknowledgement

By signing these terms and conditions, you certify that you are authorized to make decisions regarding the installation of battery storage at the project site. If you are leasing the property or do not own the premises outright, you acknowledge that the property owner must be informed of this battery installation, and you understand that written acknowledgement from the property owner will be required as part of the PTO process. You agree to comply with all applicable program requirements and verify that all information provided is accurate to the best of my knowledge.

Program Changes
OCPA reserves the right to modify or discontinue the rebate program at any time without prior notice.

Communication
By applying, you authorize OCPA or TEC to contact you regarding your application and program participation. You are responsible for keeping your contact information current by emailing TEC’s customer support at batteryrebates@ocpower.org. It is the participant’s responsibility to ensure that a current and functional email address is on file; otherwise, Program communications may not be successfully delivered.

Disclaimer
Neither OCPA nor TEC make any representations or warranties regarding the Program or any services provided in connection with it. OCPA and TEC expressly disclaims all warranties, whether express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, and any guarantees of system performance or outcomes resulting from participation in the Program.

Indemnification
To the extent permitted by applicable law, you agree to release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless OCPA, TEC, and their respective affiliates, officers, directors, employees, and representatives (collectively, the “Indemnitees”) from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, and expenses (including reasonable attorneys’ fees) arising from your violation of these Terms and Conditions.

OCPA and TEC reserve the right, at their sole discretion and expense, to assume the exclusive defense and control of any matter otherwise subject to indemnification by you. In such cases, you agree to fully cooperate with their defense efforts.

Claims against OCPA are subject to the provisions of the California Government Tort Claims Act (Government Code section 900 et seq.), including its claim presentation requirements. Any disputes with TEC must be initiated within one (1) year of the event or circumstances giving rise to the claim; failure to do so will result in a waiver of your right to pursue such a claim.

Data Privacy
By participating in the Program, you authorize OCPA and TEC to access and utilize information you submit in connection with your application, including but not limited to your name, contact details, service address, account number, and any uploaded documentation (“Data”). You also consent to the sharing of relevant customer information between TEC and OCPA as needed to administer and verify your participation in the Program. All shared information will be handled in accordance with applicable privacy laws and confidentiality standards.

You agree that OCPA and TEC may use this Data for purposes including, but not limited to: (1) administering, maintaining, and improving the Program; (2) evaluating program effectiveness; (3) conducting internal research and analysis; and (4) enhancing customer outreach, provided such use does not include personally identifiable information unless required for core program functions or explicitly consented to.

Neither OCPA nor TEC will not disclose your Data to any third party except in the following circumstances:

  • When the Data has been anonymized and no longer contains personally identifiable information;
  • When required to provide services related to the Program, including engagement with authorized contractors or service providers bound by confidentiality obligations;
  • When disclosure is required by law, regulation, court order, or subpoena, or to cooperate with law enforcement or regulatory authorities;
  • When necessary to protect against fraud, enforce program policies, or safeguard the legal rights, property, or safety of TEC, OCPA, program participants, or others;
  • In the context of business transitions such as financing, assignment, or acquisition; or
  • When you have granted express permission for such disclosure.

By participating, you acknowledge and agree to these data practices for the purpose of effective program delivery and oversight.

  1. Dispute Resolution and Arbitration
    By agreeing to these Terms and Conditions, you waive the right to a trial by jury and to participate in any class action or representative legal proceeding. Any dispute, claim, or controversy arising from or relating to these Terms and Conditions – including but not limited to matters involving their interpretation, enforcement, breach, or validity – shall be resolved through final and binding arbitration.

Arbitration will take place in Orange County, California, and will be conducted in accordance with the California Arbitration Act (California Code of Civil Procedure §1280 et seq.) or such other arbitration rules as may be mutually agreed upon in writing by the parties. The decision of the arbitrator shall be final and binding, and judgment on the award may be entered by any court with appropriate jurisdiction.

  1. Legal Fees
    If any legal action or proceeding is initiated by you, OCPA, or TEC to enforce or interpret these Terms and Conditions, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover reasonable attorneys’ fees, expert witness fees, and other costs and expenses incurred in connection with the action.
  2. Governing Law
    These Terms and Conditions shall be governed by and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California, without regard to any conflict of law principles, and regardless of the participant’s location. You, OCPA, and TEC agree to submit to the exclusive jurisdiction of the state and federal courts located in Orange County, California for the resolution of any legal action permitted under these Terms and Conditions.

For questions or additional information about the Program, you may contact the program team at batteryrebates@ocpower.org.

These Terms and Conditions are subject to change at the discretion of OCPA.

  1. Acknowledgment
    By signing, you confirm that you have read, understood, and agreed to comply with all program terms and conditions.
  2. Signature (required)

By signing below, the applicant affirms that they have read, understood, and agree to comply with all Terms and Conditions of the Program. The applicant further certifies that all information provided in the application is accurate and complete to the best of their knowledge.