ConnectDER Introduces IslandDER Home Energy Storage Solution - CleanTechnica

ConnectDER has introduced IslandDER, a home energy storage solution designed to simplify the integration of rooftop solar, EV chargers, and residential storage batteries without costly electrical panel upgrades. Many older homes, especially those built before the 1980s, have 100 amp service panels that cannot handle these modern energy demands, often requiring expensive upgrades to 200 or 400 amps. IslandDER addresses this challenge by offering meter socket adapters (MSAs) that install easily between the utility meter and meter socket, incorporating all necessary components such as voltage sensing, current transformers, and an isolation switch (Microgrid Interconnect Device) in one unit. This eliminates the need to modify the breaker panel, reducing installation time and cost significantly. The IslandDER device is UL listed and NEC certified, ensuring safety and compliance. It enables safe islanding—disconnecting the home from the grid during outages to protect utility workers—while allowing homeowners to use solar and battery power for backup. Unlike other meter collar products that require using a