Tesla has partnered with Sunrun, a leading U.S. solar company, to introduce a groundbreaking home energy solution specifically for residents of Texas. The innovative “Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex” plan combines clean solar energy, backup power, and fixed electricity rates into a single package aimed at reducing costs and enhancing resilience during power outages.
This new offering, touted as the first of its kind in Texas, merges Sunrun’s solar and storage solutions with Tesla Electric’s competitive, fixed-rate electricity. The result is a comprehensive energy service that shields customers from blackouts and the fluctuating electricity prices that have plagued the state in recent years.
To qualify for the plan, customers must install Sunrun’s cutting-edge Flex system, which integrates intelligent solar and storage technology featuring Tesla’s renowned Powerwall. The Flex system is designed to meet both current and future energy needs, with a flexible pricing structure that allows homeowners to easily scale up energy usage over time without needing additional hardware upgrades.
Participants in the Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex plan will benefit from backup power supplied by the Powerwall, a single fixed rate for imported electricity, and credits for any surplus energy they send back to the grid. Additionally, new customers will receive a one-time welcome credit as part of the plan.
Tesla Electric, which made its debut in Texas in 2022, is exclusively available to Powerwall users. Sunrun Flex customers who enroll in the new plan will receive separate bills from both Sunrun for the solar system and Tesla for electricity usage.
The Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex plan is open to homeowners in Texas residing in retail choice areas who meet the necessary installation and interconnection requirements. With features like solar sellback credits, robust backup capabilities, and predictable pricing, this partnership could emerge as an attractive alternative to traditional utility plans, especially as the pursuit of energy independence gains momentum in the Lone Star State.
For more information on the Tesla Electric + Sunrun Flex plan, visit Tesla’s website.