21c peak solar buy back + $30 monthly credit
Ecotricity Flexibility Services Programme
What is a VPP?
What are flexibility services?
If you own electrical devices such as solar panels, batteries, electric vehicles or hot water cylinders, these can be used in a ‘flexible’ manner to provide support to the local network and wider community.
By managing when and how these devices consume or store energy, they can help reduce pressure on the grid during peak demand times, improving overall efficiency and stability. This is particularly important for accelerating the country's shift towards renewable energy and decarbonization.
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Ecotricity VPP
How does it benefit you?
Reduce your network charges
By helping shift your consumption to non-peak network periods, your electricity bills will be reduced
Get a $30 energy credit
Receive a $30 energy credit monthly for a 12-month term.*
NZ's best buy-back rate
Export your solar for 21c/kWh during peak periods and 14c/kWh during off peak periods.
Helping NZ achieve its climate target
By participating in this program, you would be contributing to NZ's goal of achieving a 100% renewable grid. This participation not only supports the environment but could also help reduce power costs for all kiwis in the long run.
Convenience
Ecotricity can save you time and provide peace of mind by managing your devices’ efficiency remotely.
*SolarZero systems are already part of the VPP and are being used to subsidize and reduce SolarZero battery prices. SolarZero customers are therefore not eligible for additional payment.
Pricing Products
Competitive Price Plans
Our Virtual Power Plant works perfectly in conjunction with our eco price plans. Contact us or your local solar installer to get set up today.
ecoSAVER
Lower off peak rates.
No exit fees.
Includes lines losses.
Ideal for customers with an EV.
ecoBATTERY
NZ's leading buyback rate during Peak hours at - 21 c/kWh (5kWh < solar battery installed).
No exit fees & excludes lines losses.
Available with Ecotricity solar partners only.
ecoWHOLESALE
Direct access to half-hourly Spot prices.
No exit fees & excludes lines losses.
Ideal for customers with an EV and a home battery.
How It Works
What you need to know
- We will connect to and control your devices at certain times of the day to maximise benefits to you and the network.
- There are no penalties if you decide to leave, just let us know via email 30-days in advance.
- You will receive a $30 energy credit per month for the first 12 months along with an export buy back rate of 21c on peak and 14c off peak.
- Ideally your battery system and inverter system will have at least 5kWh/5kW.
- Some devices aren't compatible with our flexibility platform. If yours isn't compatible, we'll keep your information on file for when it becomes supported in the future.
FAQs
Energy rates and buyback prices are fixed for a 12-month term. After this initial term we will contact you with an updated flexibility offering. You are free to leave the programme at any point, just let us know 30 days in advance.
Yes, and there are no penalties if you decide to leave. We just need notice via email 30-days in advance.
We are committed to offering an excellent experience. However, if you have any questions or concerns, please reach out to Clara at solar@ecotricity.co.nz, or alternatively contact the Utilities Disputes on 0800 22 33 40
We will not be cycling batteries more than they would be cycled normally. We have worked with our hardware partners to ensure that our cycling is not at odds with their standard functionality, and we recommend talking with your local installer if you have any concerns.