🌞 TEXAS BACKUP POWER PROGRAM (TBPP) — FAQ

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The TBPP is a $1.8 billion state program created by the 89th Legislature to fund behind-the-meter backup power systems at critical community facilities — like hospitals, fire stations, water plants, shelters, and grocery stores. 

It’s not for everyone. But if you run a facility that keeps Texas running during outages? They’ll pay you to install solar + batteries + gas backup — for free.
💡 No loans. No repayment. Just grants. Funded by the Texas Energy Fund. Administered by the PUCT.

Only entities operating essential infrastructure:

✅ Hospitals & clinics
✅ Nursing homes & assisted living
✅ Police/fire stations & emergency call centers
✅ Water/wastewater treatment plants
✅ Grocery stores & food distribution hubs
✅ Schools & municipal buildings
✅ Homeless & storm shelters 

Not eligible: Private homes, individual businesses without public service roles, or new power plants selling electricity to the grid.

🚫 You can’t apply as a homeowner.
✅ But if you own a clinic, farm co-op, or small business that serves the public — you might qualify. 

A “Backup Power Package” — one integrated system that works off-grid for days:

• ✅ Solar panels 
• ✅ Battery storage (like Sol-Ark) 
• ✅ Gas or propane generator (for multi-day reliability) 
• ✅ Smart controls that auto-switch during outages

No “just solar.” No “just battery.”
It’s the full package — engineered for real disasters, not Instagram posts.  MICROGRIDS QUALIFY 100%

Not directly.
TBPP is for critical public facilities only.

But here’s the twist:
👉 Homeowners get even better deals through other programs.

• 🔋 Oncor’s Solar PV Standard Offer: Up to $9,000 cash back for solar + battery 
• 🏡 Bandera Electric Cooperative: $0-down lease on battery storage — pay monthly, not upfront 
• ⚡ Entergy Texas “Power Through”: Your home battery can earn credits by helping the grid during peak times 
• 🤝 Virtual Power Plants (VPPs): Join networks with Sonnen or others — get paid to let utilities use your battery during blackouts

We help homeowners access all of these — even if TBPP doesn’t cover you.

The 30% federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) for home batteries ends December 31, 2024.
→ If you install in 2025, you lose it. 

But don’t panic.
Texas makes up for it: 

• Oncor’s $9K rebate = more cash than the ITC for most homes 
• Bandera’s lease = $0 upfront 
• Entergy’s VPP = passive income

We help you stack them all — so you still walk away ahead.

Yes. SB 1202 & SB 1252 (2025) mandate streamlined permitting across Texas. 

No more 6-month wait.
No more red tape.
Just faster approvals, lower fees, standardized forms — especially for homes and small businesses.

We’ve already trained our team on the new rules.
You won’t be stuck waiting.
We’ll get your permit done in weeks — not months.
PPM ECO TEAM IS HERE TO HELP

Applications open when the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) releases final rules — expected late 2025. 

We’re already: 

• Monitoring rule updates daily 
• Preparing application templates 
• Working directly with PUCT advisors 
• Building pre-approved system designs that meet every requirement

Don’t wait until the portal opens.
Start now → We’ll guide you through every step — from eligibility check to signed grant agreement.
REGISTER  WITH US NOW

No.
Eligible applicants include: 

• Nonprofits 
• Private operators of essential facilities (e.g., a privately owned nursing home) 
• Cooperatives 
• Municipalities

As long as your facility serves the public during emergencies — you’re likely eligible.  
PPM ECO IS HERE TO HELP...our team will explain the process from soup to nuts...avoid the red tape

You’re covered — just differently.

We offer: 

• Sol-Ark hybrid systems with zero-down financing 
• Oncor rebate optimization ($9K cash) 
• Bandera-style leases (if available in your coop) 
• Entergy Power Through enrollment (earn money while staying safe) 
• Free TBPP Readiness Assessment — we’ll tell you what you qualify for

You don’t need a grant to win.
You just need the right plan.

Your PPM ECO Design Team or Sale Manager can help you
🔗 Official Source: https://www.txenergyfund.texas.gov
📞 Contact: 1-866-526-2269 | info@txenergyfund.texas.gov

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You shouldn’t have to.

Energy Management is the process of monitoring, controlling, and conserving energy in a building or facility. It involves using technology and data analysis to identify areas where energy can be saved and implementing customized solutions to achieve energy efficiency.

Energy Management is important because it helps businesses reduce their energy costs, improve their sustainability, and reduce their carbon footprint. By implementing energy-efficient solutions, businesses can also improve their bottom line and enhance their reputation as environmentally responsible.

PPM ECO offers a range of Energy Management services, including energy audits, energy monitoring and reporting, energy-efficient lighting and HVAC solutions, and renewable energy options such as solar and wind power.

The 30% federal residential solar tax credit (IRS Form 25D) — the largest financial incentive available to homeowners who own their solar + battery system.
After this date, you’ll lose $9,000–$25,000 in savings on a typical PPM ECO Kit.

💡 It’s not being phased out — it’s disappearing entirely for owned systems.

Yes — and it must be generating power.
Per IRS guidance (August 2025), eligibility requires: 

• ✅ System installed
• ✅ Connected to your home’s electrical panel 
• ✅ Generating electricity before midnight, Dec 31, 2025

⚠️ Interconnection approval from your utility can take weeks — don’t wait until December to start. 

Leases and PPAs are unaffected — but you won’t get the credit.
The leasing company claims the 48E credit (available until 2027) and passes savings to you as lower monthly payments.
But if you want true ownership, full control, and the maximum long-term value — buy now.

🔑 Owning your system = 30% off today. Leasing = small monthly discounts forever..

Yes — if it’s operational by 11:59 PM on Dec 31, 2025.
Many clients schedule installations for mid-December.
We prioritize these projects — but slots fill fast.
Book your quote now. Install by November. Sleep easy in December.

No — but you’ll pay significantly more.
Without the 30% credit: 

• A $25K system becomes a $17.5K out-of-pocket expense 
• Payback period increases by 3–5 years 
• You lose leverage over future energy prices

📉 The math doesn’t lie:
$25,000 system × 30% = $7,500 saved.
That’s a new car. Or six months of groceries. Or peace of mind you can’t buy later. 

Simple: 

1. Install your PPM ECO Kit by Dec 31, 2025
2. Keep your receipt and installer certification
3. File IRS Form 5695 with your 2025 tax return
4. Claim up to 30% of total system cost
   → Unused credits roll forward to future years.

We provide all documentation. You just file. 

• State incentives may still exist — but none match the scale of the federal credit 
• PPM ECO Kits qualify — no matter if you’re in FL, TX, CA, or beyond 
• We guarantee installation completion by 12/31 — if we can’t meet the deadline, we’ll cover your lost credit up to $5,000*

*Terms apply. Valid for bookings made by October 31, 2025. 

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