Phase 1: Alpha 10 Collective Now Open

Your Battery.
Maine’s Grid.
Your Dividend.

Join Maine's premier Virtual Power Plant. Earn up to $1,500/year by supporting grid stability when it matters most—without ever compromising your home's security.

Alpha 10 Founding Fleet

Join the first 50kW of committed capacity in Maine.

Current Pledges: 34kW Remaining: 16kW

Founder Advantage

First 10 Partners keep 100% of the program incentive.

The Transparency Protocol

Maine homeowners value honesty over hype. Here is exactly how your battery interacts with the local grid.

Hardware-Free API Lock

We don't touch your Wi-Fi or install third-party boxes. Tidevolt connects via the manufacturer's secure API (Tesla, SolarEdge, etc.). You maintain 100% control, and your manufacturer's warranty remains fully intact.

Certified Integrations: Tesla Powerwall SolarEdge Enphase

Strategic Dispatch

Events only occur during peak grid stress—typically 40-60 hours per year. We discharge your battery to stabilize Maine’s grid, preventing the need for expensive "peaker" plants.

  • Summer: June - Sept
  • Winter: Dec - March

The 15-Month Dividend Cycle

No "get rich quick" promises. Just predictable, heavy-duty utility payouts.

01

Performance

Grid events occur during peak seasons. Your average performance is recorded.

02

Verification

Efficiency Maine verifies total kW contribution across the aggregate fleet.

03

Calculation

Payment amounts are finalized based on the $250/kW utility tariff rate.

04

Payout

Checks are mailed directly to your Maine residence annually.

The Rugged Guarantee

The 20% Reserve Guard.
Storm-Ready, Always.

Software-Locked Protection

Our integration is strictly programmed to never discharge your battery below 20%. That final fifth is reserved exclusively for your home during outages.

SP

Active Storm Prep

When a "Storm Watch" is declared by the National Weather Service, Tidevolt automatically pauses all grid activity. Your battery charges to 100% to ensure your family's safety.

Grid Participation Zone (80%)
Your Reserve Guard (20%)
0%
Storm Ready Threshold
100%

Established In

Maine

Based in coastal Maine, operated for the Maine community. No Silicon Valley middle-men.

The Tidevolt Promise

Zero Fees

No monthly software costs. We win when you win. Simple energy partnership.

Direct Connectivity

Efficiency Maine

Fully compatible with the Maine Small Battery Program (Home Energy Savings Program).

The Technical Breakdown

Will this void my Powerwall warranty?
No. Tesla and other major manufacturers specifically design their batteries for Virtual Power Plant (VPP) participation. Their warranties explicitly allow and even encourage grid support activities as long as they are managed via approved software APIs like Tidevolt.
How does Tidevolt handle severe winter weather?
We prioritize heat and light over grid stability. During extreme cold snaps or coastal nor'easters, our "Storm Prep" mode triggers 24-48 hours ahead of time, ensuring your battery is parked at 100% capacity before the first flake falls.
Is my personal energy data secure?
Tidevolt never sees your home's Wi-Fi passwords or local network data. We use industry-standard OAuth2 protocols to request access to the manufacturer's cloud aggregate. We only see your battery's state of charge and capacity—never your personal patterns.