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VI Resiliency Gateway 2.0

The Virgin Islands Energy Office (VIEO) VIRG 2.0 Portable Power Station Rebate Program provides direct rebate incentives when purchasing portable battery backup systems to support essential household needs during power outages
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Program Overview

Providing direct incentives to help make resiliency more affordable.
The Virgin Islands Energy Office (VIEO) VIRG 2.0 Portable Power Station Rebate Program provides direct rebate incentives when purchasing portable battery backup systems to support essential household needs during power outages. Eligible portable power stations must have a rated energy capacity of 1 kWh to 6 kWh, inclusive. The program provides a rebate of $250 per kWh, up to a maximum of $1,500 per household. Depending on the system’s capabilities and the power requirements of connected devices, portable power stations may provide backup power for items such as phones, lights, Wi-Fi routers, CPAP machines, certain medical devices, and refrigerators. Applicants must purchase their portable power station from a VIEO-approved vendor and meet program requirements to be considered for a rebate.
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Accepting Applications for purchases made on or after November 2nd 2026

Once you have compiled all of the required documents please complete a VIRG Application form (form will be available at program launch)
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Pre-Application Checklist

Completed W-9 form
USVI Government Issued ID OR Valid US ID with a copy of stamped VI Tax Return
A copy of the itemized receipt from approved local vendor showing paid in full
Signed VIEO VIRG2.0 Program Terms and Conditions
Vendor Receipt showing paid in full
Proof of Receipt: Photos of Battery Serial Number Plate

VIRG Supporting Documents Available at program launch

VIRG Vendor List

If you wish to become a vendor please reach out to info@eo.vi.gov.

Virgin Islands Resiliency Gateway 2.0

How to apply

  • Applicants must purchase their qualifying portable power station from a VIEO-approved vendor. A vendor may order a product for an applicant; however, applicants may not submit an application until the portable power station is physically in their possession and they can provide an image showing the product’s serial number. Applicants must submit all required documentation, including a receipt showing payment in full and signed by the approved vendor.
  • Applicants may select batteries from approved list of manufacturers provided by the VIEO.
  • Submitting an application does not guarantee approval or payment. All applications are subject to eligibility review, verification, and available program funding.
  • Applications must be fully completed and include the required supporting documentation for the selected purchase pathway.
  • Incomplete, ineligible, or unverifiable applications may be denied or placed in pending status until required information is received. Applications cannot be submitted until the applicant physically has the portable power station and provides an image of its serial number..
  • Rebate amount: $250 per kWh, up to $1,500 per household.