How much does a Bess cost in California?

Complex installations in challenging locations or those requiring significant upgrades to existing systems will naturally incur higher costs. The cost of a BESS is often measured in dollars per kilowatt-hour (kWh). As of 2024, the average cost in California is approximately $1075/kWh. Here’s a breakdown of costs for various system sizes:

How much do solar panels cost?

The price of solar panels changes depending on where you live, but the average for installation is just under $29,000 or $2.75 per watt. On the high end, we talked to a solar customer in Hawaii who spent $100,000 going solar. Dion in Nevada said their 10-kW system cost about $20,000, which is about the national average price for a 7-kW system.

How much does a CPV solar system cost?

Concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) panels are $0.80 to $1.10 per watt. While not as well-known as other types of panels, CPV panels are highly efficient and may grow in popularity. A 6 kW solar system would cost $4,800 to $6,600. A single solar cell costs about $0.30 and most panels use 60 or 72 cells. The more cells in a panel, the higher the cost.

How much does a solar system cost per watt?

As of publishing, the average cost per watt is $2.84. Most solar companies set the price according to the solar system's wattage. A solar installation's “cost per watt” is a little like the “price per square foot” when you buy a house. It helps compare the value of solar energy systems in different sizes.

How much does solar installation cost?

On the high end, we talked to a solar customer in Hawaii who spent $100,000 going solar. Dion in Nevada said their 10-kW system cost about $20,000, which is about the national average price for a 7-kW system. What else affects solar installation costs?

How much does a 6 kW solar system cost?

You’ll pay $4,200 to $6,000 to set up a 6 kW system. Concentrated photovoltaic (CPV) panels are $0.80 to $1.10 per watt. While not as well-known as other types of panels, CPV panels are highly efficient and may grow in popularity. A 6 kW solar system would cost $4,800 to $6,600.