Tesla Inc. is offering an electricity tariff that combines solar panels and a battery, turning British households into virtual power plants.
In order to qualify for the cheapest Tesla Energy Plan, customers will already need to own a Tesla electric vehicle and home charger, plus install solar panels and a Powerwall battery. The company said the tariff offers 75% savings compared to other suppliers.
The U.K. already has several tariffs designed for electric vehicles that allow electricity to flow to the grid in both directions. This is the first that incorporates a household battery and solar panels as an additional power source.