ConnectDER

ConnectDER is an energy technology company based in Philadelphia, founded in 2011.

The company specializes in developing plug-and-play meter socket adapters that facilitate the integration of distributed energy resources (DERs) such as solar power, electric vehicle charging, and home battery storage into residential electrical grids. Their main product, the ConnectDER Meter Socket Adapter, allows for quick installation, reducing the time needed from a full day to less than 15 minutes, while also lowering interconnection costs. ConnectDER offers two product lines: Simple ConnectDER, which provides basic connections for solar PV systems, and Smart ConnectDER, which includes metering and management functions for utilities. The company also provides supporting software like ConnectDER Cloud for operational data and ConnectDER Bridge for real-time visibility. With over 15,000 units shipped across 17 states, ConnectDER is approved to sell its solutions in over 20 states, reaching 16 million households. The company serves homeowners, electric utilities, solar installers, and electricians, focusing on safe and efficient interconnection solutions.