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US Home Battery Installations Reach Record Levels Amid Rising Electricity Costs

US homeowners installed a record 673 megawatts of home battery energy storage in early 2026, driven by state incentives and rising electricity costs. California and Hawaii led in installations, with Texas and Arizona also seeing notable increases.

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US homeowners installed a record 673 megawatts of home battery energy storage in early 2026, driven by state incentives and rising electricity costs. California and Hawaii led in installations, with Texas and Arizona also seeing notable increases.

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US home battery installations hit record high on rising electricity costs

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US Home Battery Installations Reach Record Levels Amid Rising Electricity Costs