Base Power and Bandera Electric Cooperative Announce Pioneering Distributed Battery Storage Partnership
Base Power, an innovative leader in distributed energy solutions, has teamed up with Bandera Electric Cooperative (BEC), a member-owned utility based in Texas, to revolutionize the way homeowners access backup energy. This partnership will provide BEC’s members with affordable home battery backup systems, creating a real-time network of distributed energy storage systems that can improve grid stability and enhance the cooperative’s resilience.
Through this groundbreaking collaboration, Bandera Electric will offer homeowners the opportunity to install whole-home battery systems from Base Power with no upfront costs. Instead, homeowners will pay a low monthly fee as part of the Cooperative’s Battery Storage Subscription Program. This allows BEC to manage a localized network of energy storage systems, leveraging Base Power’s cutting-edge technology to optimize grid operations and improve energy efficiency through Apolloware, a real-time energy management platform.
A Game-Changer for Texas Co-ops
Zach Dell, CEO of Base Power, expressed his excitement about the partnership, calling it a significant milestone for both Base Power and Texas utilities. “This collaboration with BEC is not only a big win for Base, but it’s also a major step forward for Texas co-ops and utilities,” Dell said. “BEC has always been a leader in distributed energy, and by working together, we’re accelerating the deployment of storage capacity in a way that’s never been done before in Texas.”
By offering this energy storage program, Bandera Electric Cooperative aims to make energy more reliable and accessible for its members, all while reducing costs and increasing grid resilience.
An Innovative Approach to Energy Resiliency
BEC has long been a pioneer in distributed energy systems and is reshaping the way the electric grid operates in Texas. The partnership with Base Power is part of the Cooperative’s vision to create a more flexible and future-ready energy system that serves the evolving needs of its community.
Bill Hetherington, CEO of Bandera Electric Cooperative, shared his thoughts on the partnership: “We’re always looking for new ways to help our members save on energy costs and improve reliability. This partnership provides innovative battery storage solutions to our community without any upfront costs, making backup power more accessible for everyone. It’s a game-changer for our members, whether or not they have solar power, and it will also help strengthen the grid for all.”
The Future of Energy Storage
This partnership sets the stage for a new era of distributed energy solutions in Texas, where utilities can quickly and efficiently deploy energy storage systems to benefit both individual homeowners and the broader community. With no upfront costs and low monthly payments, Bandera Electric members can now access the power of modern energy storage systems that increase resiliency, reduce energy costs, and support a smarter, more reliable grid.
