Tesla Energy

I'm trying to log the data from my PowerWalls; the Tesla App is insufficient by leaps and bounds (no history past yesterday, not detailed enough, etc.). On the local Tesla switch IP#, I did "webcopy -r 1.2.3.4" (where 1.2.3.4 is the IP# of the Tesla switch (the box the Ethernet cable is plugged...

I've got a PW2 coming and I would really like to see what kind of prep work I need to do. This will be the AC version, as well. I've seen the PW1 guides on the web, but nothing for the PW2. Surely, someone has a PW2 and has the install guide. Also, has anyone received their PW2 from the...

What are the industrial needs of a Gigafactory, in particular, industrial facilities located near a Gigafactory?

Want to build a 24 panel off grid system to charge the car. How many wall units do I need. Do I need inverters.

Peter Rive, a co-founder and chief technology officer of SolarCity, is leaving the company, according to a report from Greentech Media. Rive was heavily involved in developing Tesla’s solar roof, which went on sale in the spring. “Work on Solar Roof is being transitioned to other Tesla...

Since most of the posts on this forum are from California folks, I thought it might be a good idea to start a forum for Arizona people who are patiently waiting for their installs. So, first question, has anyone received utility and county approval, and has Tesla given any realistic date for...

Hi: Need help with whether to purchase power wall with solar panels. I live in northern jersey and own my home that has backyard with southern exposure. There is no shade from nearby trees. I usually run an electricity bill from 200-300 dollars per month. We have AC, pool, one electric car to...

After requesting information on the Powerwall 1 and never hearing anything further, I ordered a Powerwall 2 as soon as it was possible and paid my deposit. After a very long wait, I was finally contacted by Solar City and arranged for a site survey. The guy who came out to do the survey knew...

Thinking about a Powerwall 2 - help me make a decision! First off, I have a 3.24 kW DC Enphase system (typically around 2.5 kW AC peak in the summer, but occasionally up to 3.2 kW very briefly). Also live in SDG&E territory and currently using the EV-TOU2 (whole house) rate which has off-peak...

Well it looks like the 100 MW battery is really going to happen in South Australia. Elon Musk to build world's largest battery in Australia

The louvres for Tesla Solar are, I believe, a 3M product produced especially for Tesla. No idea if they are manufactured in MN or elsewhere. Also, 3M, like most corps, is a Delaware Corp, not a MN Corp. The program appears to be for components so the louvres should qualify on that. Does anyone...

The existing panel is 125-Amp I believe and is plenty for my small house. I want to go to a 200-Amp panel if possible so I can feed a 100-Amp panel in the garage and hopefully future proof any EV charging. Are there any extra considerations if you want to go solar at some point?

It's been about 100 days since Elon Musk wagered he could solve South Australias power problems. It was all the rage in the news at the time. Did it ever get installed? Did it solve the problem?

Hi I just had a Solarcity person visit me for initial consultation. We moved into a brand new home a month ago and I'm keen to get solar on the roof. This is what I'm working with: Baseline consumption about 6-8kWh / day Extras that are not calculated in baseline: New hot tub - max 2-3 kWh /...

Great to see this progress! Next, Tesla needs to allow PW2 owners to customize the time period during which to draw power from the battery. While we don't generate enough solar energy to eliminate grid usage, we want to be self sufficient during "peak" hours, which are 2pm - 8pm on our TOU rate...

Tesla CEO Elon Musk says “almost all” Supercharger stations will eventually disconnect from the grid. Musk made the comment on Twitter in response to a tweet pointing out that Superchargers utilize energy from traditional fossil fuels like coal. Musk notes that all Superchargers...

I'm interested in getting a Powerwall2 for emergency backup purposes. Is the main purpose of the Powerball to shift TOU or as a backup in case of power outages or some combination of both ? Does it even make sense to have a Powerwall with the sole purpose of backup power ? Thanks !

Can Elon Musk Get SolarCity’s Gigafactory Back On Track?

Does anyone know how the output of a Powerwall will compare? PerfectWave P10 Power Plant | PS Audio AV guy has one of these spec'd for our new house. I'm not sure how critical it is to begin with (unlike Monster Cables it does make a noticeable difference but I'm debating if the difference is...

I'm looking for a good solar provider to propose a PV system for a new house in Huntington Beach, starting construction in fall. I have talked to Sullivan Solar and Semper Solaris, both San Diego based, but who work in OC as well. Anyone have experience with those two? What company have you...

I Rated them one star on solar reviews.com because that is the lowest possible. I drive a Model S, so I was predisposed to trust Tesla Energy, but two minutes on the line blew that. I received a prompt call back from a Las Vegas phone number, even though I live in Orange county. When I...

I am considering getting panels from Solar City fairly soon. I am trying to decide the benefits of getting a large system and a Powerwall to cover the costs of switch from oil heat to an electric boiler(also eventually a Model 3). I live in Pennsylvania and spend roughly $2500 per winter on...

Safe assumption that the ideal angle for Tesla roof is the same as standard panels? So for south facing then Lat * .76 + 3.1 for a starting point for ideal roof slope? Tiles won't lay flat though so add a bit of extra slope to correct for that? 5°?

US notifies world of possible ‘safeguard’ tariffs on imported solar cells, effective last week

Hello, I live in Tahoe and have solar panels. I expect to receive a PW2 from the referral program, though I have not heard anything lately. I am very interested in purchasing a second PW2 and was hoping that I could find someone who wants to sell their referral reward PW2... a win-win. I...

This can't possibly be right. A 4.5cent/kWh PPA for solar+storage? Updated: Tucson Electric signs solar + storage PPA for 'less than 4.5¢/kWh'

I am located in Portugal and just ordered 2 pcs of the Tesla Powerwall 2. I am still building my house so don't have yet a setup in place but want to build a solar system that will be compatible with the Powerwall 2. I am thinking of using about 60 poli 270W solar panels. As for the MPPT...

If the Powerball 2 is installed with a new solar panel system, is the Powerball portion also eligible for the federal tax credit?

If the Powerball 2 is installed with a new solar panel system, is the Powerball portion also eligible for the federal tax credit?

SolarCity CEO and co-founder Lyndon Rive, who became Vice President of Tesla Energy following the acquisition, has decided to leave the company. Rive, who is also Elon Musk’s cousin, told Reuters he plans to start a new company. He will exit Tesla in June just as the company begins to roll...

The Next Step in Energy Storage: Aggregation

Former SolarCity CEO Lyndon Rive will leave Tesla

Just two questions please.......... During a power outage, does your grid tied solar system continue to recharge the Powerwall? During a power outage, if the Internet is also out of service, does the Powerwall still continue to be recharged by the solar system and provide power to the House...

Anybody care to estimate the reduced home A/C load in the summer in a home with a Tesla roof compared to other conventional roofs like asphalt shingles or tiles ? Can a Tesla roof modify the need for an attic or insulation ?

The Tesla Solar Roof is now available for order and the company says the “typical homeowner can expect to pay $21.85 per square foot for a Solar Roof,” cheaper than a traditional roof. That $21.85 per square foot is based on an installation where 35 percent of the tiles are solar. Tesla...

You will note Lab results are of course different from factory produced solar cells. But of course it all starts in the Lab and then scaling up is the next challenge. So this is the bleeding edge. The economics is also another interesting part of the story you'll see in this talk. I'm suspect of...

I think this change occurred within the past week or two. I live a few miles away and just noticed it today. Interesting, the letter color is not the usual red.

Who will be the first US new home builder to offer Tesla Glass Tile Solar Roof?

I started the Model S Delivery Update thread to help gain insight into the delivery process. That thread now has over 2 million page views! It really helped pass the time and provided some great insights since most of the delivery posts were focused in one thread. Let's again try to keep the...

Sorry if already posted.... Maryland will give you 30% back in tax credit for a Powerwall 2 purchase. Lump that in with the solar tax credit(if you install both at the same time) and you're at 60% off or about $2,800 fully installed :) Maryland Passes First-of-a-Kind Tax Credit for...

I recently received a postcard from caenergy promoting a $5,500 rebate from the state of CA for eligible households to buy an "energy storage" system. As I understand it, the Powerwall is very difficult to get right now. Are there any other options beside Tesla? Thanks,

Tesla Is Halting Door-to-Door Sales for SolarCity Amid Slowdown Not sure the reasoning behind this - as it appears to be more of supply issue than a demand, at least in the Tamp/Clearwater/St.Pete Florida markets. SC moved sales people to Florida in November, once the voters defeated the...

SolarCity is installing my solar panels and PowerWall2, in Cypress TX (around 20 miles NW of downtown Houston) I am being told it's the first one in the area. I will post more pictures as the installation progresses.

Does anyone know if Tesla is offering its Referral Program prize winners (in the US) the choice of DC vs AC for its Founders Series Powerwall 2? Question #2: Does the prize include Tesla's Gateway? Question #3: Does Tesla plan to include installation (as was advertised briefly in the early...

I'm the "Bob from Iowa" who recently bought (via written agreement and a deposit) ThatGoogleGuy's Powerwall 2 (PW2). We're obviously at the mercy of Tesla regarding when they'll ship his Founders Series PW2 earned in the Referral Program. And more importantly, if Tesla will ship and/or install...

Tesla plans to double the number of Supercharger stations to 10,000 by the end of the year. The announcement comes as Tesla is set to launch the Model 3, which will increase the number of EVs on the road and potential wait times at charging stations. In addition to 10,000 Supercharger...

Using the 2170 cells any guess how low they could get the total pack weight down to for a 40kwh pack? I am thinking of an off road application.

If Elon announces a Tesla "Rainbow Package" available to Model 3 reservation holders, what kind of price point will we be looking at? I'm talking Model 3 with minimal options, 7kW roof mounted solar, Powerwall 2, plus a few smart home features all for zero-down and one monthly price(after your...

If you have an iPhone, check the App Store for an update for the Tesla app -- now updated to version 3.1.0 as of today. Using the app you can now also monitor your home energy with the Powerwall's Power Flow screen.

Solar City, before it had merged with Tesla, was one of the five companies I contacted to install a solar system. Eventually, 4 of them came out, and I selected 1 among them. 3 of them did site surveys the first time they visited. 1 did not, and I sent them packing right away. Which 1 did...