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Your Spreadsheet Is Costing You Bigger Deals
The biggest opportunities demand accurate, real-time bankable modeling across complex requirements that spreadsheets can’t deliver.
ETB Developer
Model solar and energy storage projects with confidence, not spreadsheets
ETB Developer combines engineering-grade modeling, utility tariff expertise, battery dispatch optimization, and financial analysis into one platform, helping you evaluate projects faster, more accurately, and with less risk.
With ETB Developer, you get:
- Automated utility bill savings
- Intelligent battery dispatch optimization
- Maintained utility tariff database
- Built-in incentive and tax credits
- Professional proposals
The Teams Modeling the Biggest Projects Left Spreadsheets Behind
Amazon, Engie, Schneider Electric, Nexamp, and thousands of distributed energy organizations model and pitch on ETB Developer. The market leaders already switched, why haven’t you?
ETB Developer vs Alternatives
Stop losing big deals because of small tools
Discover why ETB Developer is the go-to energy management solution for solar and energy storage proposals.
- ETB Developer
Spreadsheets
Utility Rate Analysis
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| Time-of-Use modeling | |
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| Demand charge and ratchet modeling | |
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Net Metering
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| Support for VNEM, NEMA, and other billing structures | |
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| Coverage of NEM programs across diverse utility markets | |
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Energy Storage
| Modeling for complex storage optimization | |
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| ESS simulations powered by digital twin of our EMS algorithms | |
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| Demand response participation and value stacking | |
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| Residential storage modeling | |
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Proposal Creation
| Unlimited Proposals | |
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| Analysis of multi-metered sites | |
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| Customized, white-labeled designs | |
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| Share and track opens and clicks to make more sales | |
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Modeling Capabilities
| Real-time indicative pricing quotes from lenders | |
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| In-house design | |
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| Design partnerships with several leading software | |
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| Energy bill breakdown | |
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Customer Service
| Support for your projects | |
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| Access to your account manager | |
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| Comprehensive training tailored to your needs | |
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| Unlimited support—call us anytime! | |
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| Dedicated in-house utility rates team | Comprehensive database with 120,000+ verified rates | Time-of-Use modeling | Demand charge and ratchet modeling | Modeling for NEM programs | Support for VNEM, NEMA, and other billing structures | Coverage of NEM programs across diverse utility markets | Modeling for complex storage optimization | ESS simulations powered by digital twin of our EMS algorithms | Demand response participation and value stacking | Residential storage modeling | Unlimited Proposals | Analysis of multi-metered sites | Customized, white-labeled designs | Share and track opens and clicks to make more sales | Real-time indicative pricing quotes from lenders | In-house design | Design partnerships with several leading software | Energy bill breakdown | Support for your projects | Access to your account manager | Comprehensive training tailored to your needs | Unlimited support—call us anytime! | |
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What our clients say
Testimonials
“It's a pleasure to work with Energy Toolbase...and the rates team is great at getting new info into their system. I'd highly recommend ETB if you are an EPC looking for a comprehensive software solution for solar and energy storage modeling.”
“This software has become an indispensable asset in my solar design toolkit, revolutionizing the way I create presentations and leaving both me and my clients thoroughly impressed. A must have in your Software Toolbox.”
“Energy Toolbase has served us well for many years. Their dedication to accuracy of the information their systems produce is unmatched in our industry. ETB goes above and beyond to ensure the utility rate structures are accurate and provide figures our clients can count on. 
“ETB not only supplied us with the right battery and EMS solution on time, but the all-in-one package they designed made the installation much simpler and more efficient. We will be installing ETB-sourced products again and again.”
“I wanted to thank you and your team for the great articles you post on your blog. They are some of the best I have seen in the industry, as is your ETB tool.”
Don’t get left behind.
Your Competition Isn’t Using Spreadsheets
Teams that use professional solar and energy storage modeling and proposal software like ETB Developer win more deals. Faster, more accurate, more professional proposals close more often in competitive head-to-head situations.
What’s right for you
Can a Spreadsheet Handle Your Deals?
Every big deal carries requirements that can break your spreadsheet. Pick what your projects need from the list below to get a sense of how prepared you are for big opportunities.
Spreadsheet Fit
Select a requirement below to see your fit.
Project Requirements
Model energy storage with solar
Bankable demand charge reduction modeling
Value-stack grid services revenue
Time-of-use modeling
Account for various net billing scenarios
Branded, client-ready proposal
Track when a prospect opens your proposal
Real-time lender pricing quotes
Selectable database of verified incentives
Investor or lender-ready, defensible output
Model with vetted real-world battery hardware solutions
Spreadsheet Fit
Select a requirement below to see your fit.
The go-to modeling and proposal energy storage software for high achieving solar and energy storage sales teams.
Explore how top solar and energy storage sales teams use ETB Developer to generate professional proposals that win more energy business.
Precisely calculate and analyze up-to-date utility costs, energy savings, and project economics in a transparent and defensible way.
Quickly compare payment options, forecast system costs, and calculate incentives – all the data your client needs to feel confident in making a quick buying decision.
What you get:
- Up-to-date utility rates
- Quick financial analysis
- Utility costs, energy savings, and project economics calculations
Effortlessly model multiple scenarios and design the most optimal solutions with our industry-leading solar and energy storage simulation engine.
Save time and respond to client requests faster by quickly duplicating designs and using templates to streamline your management workflow
What you get:
- Industry-leading energy storage simulation engine
- Up-to-date utility rates and cost data
- Best-in-class modeling tools
Impress your clients and close more deals with fully personalized and branded proposals based on our extensive library of professional sales templates.
Elevate your brand, reinforce your professionalism, and help your company stand out from the competition.
What you get:
- Access to winning professional templates
- Easy to use personalization and branding interface
- Fully custom template builder
Gain complete visibility into how prospects are interacting with your solar and energy storage proposals. Easily track engagement and get ahead of deal-killing objections.
Get notifications when prospects open your proposal and detailed analytics on the time spent on each section. With this knowledge, you can plan tailored follow-up strategies and seize opportunities to close more deals.
What you get:
- One-step interactive proposal generator and publisher
- Proposal engagement and insights
- New activity notifications
Organize, prioritize, and engage leads in one centralized platform built specifically for the needs of solar and energy storage sales teams.
Easily access lead history, including company information and a timeline of every touchpoint. Quickly view solar and energy storage assets and get detailed analysis and proposal insights all in one place.
What you get:
- Lead management built for solar and energy storage
- Integration with interactive proposals
- Streamlined sales process
Frequently Asked Questions About Our Software
Can ETB Developer model different financing options?
Yes, ETB Developer can analyze standalone storage, solar and energy storage, and grid services applications, allowing users to optimize system and dispatch strategies for storage sizing
Does ETB Developer include real utility rates and incentives?
Yes, ETB Developer has performance reporting tools that can analyze standalone storage, solar and energy storage, and grid services applications, allowing users to optimize system size and dispatch strategies.
Can ETB Developer model standalone energy storage projects?
Yes, ETB Developer can analyze standalone storage, solar and energy storage, and grid services applications, allowing users to optimize system size and dispatch strategies
Does Energy Toolbase offer training and support for ETB Developer?
Yes, Energy Toolbase provides training sessions, webinars, and customer support to help users maximize the platform’s capabilities.
Is ETB Developer cloud-based?
Yes, ETB Developer is a web-based energy service platform, allowing users to access projects from anywhere with an internet connection.
How does ETB Developer account for demand charge management?
The platform models demand charge reduction strategies by simulating battery storage dispatch to lower peak demand and maximize cost savings.
Matt C.
Regional Sales ManagerAsk one of our experienced
solar and energy storage experts.