The future is electric!  SolarTech is leading the charge with energy storage + solar. Energy storage plus solar is the best way to effectively backup your energy and keep it safe for when you need it most, which can often come at the worst time. What is energy storage and why is it important?

Simply put, energy storage systems are batteries that store energy generated by your solar. During the day while your solar system is generating power from the sun, that energy is pumped into your home and your energy storage system.

Depending on how your installer programs your battery, you could have that power used in several ways. Many of our customers at SolarTech who live in fire-hazard and blackout-prone areas, prefer to have their system programmed to kick in and serve as a critical load backup for whenever the grid goes down.

Energy storage systems can backup essential appliances like refrigerators, lights, and the internet, that serve to keep you going even when the grid goes down. Energy storage options are perfect for individuals whose home or business is in these blackout-prone areas as they can provide peace of mind when energy reliability is uncertain.

These systems can also be used to earn credits on your utility bill. When your solar produces more energy than your battery can store, that excess energy is then sold back to the grid, earning you credits on your next utility bill. This excess credit is an excellent way to reduce your utility bills and cut back on your reliance on the grid.

Energy independence is a large part of why adding energy storage is so important. Without energy storage, you’re reliant on the grid for any excess energy you may need that your solar isn’t producing.

This leaves you susceptible to paying high energy rates from the utility during evening on-peak hours when your solar likely isn’t producing as much. While your system will still be grid-tied, it’s important to note that by installing energy storage you’re able to gain energy independence from the grid and primarily produce, use, and store your own energy.

Another important aspect of energy storage is the energy savings that come with them. Installing an energy storage system with your solar will allow you to create your own grid and become practically self-reliant on energy. When this happens, you pull less energy from the grid meaning you aren’t paying as much for your utilities. Savings associated with energy storage can be big.

Energy storage is an excellent option for anyone wanting to save money, gain independence from the grid and establish peace of mind. You can save a lot on your electric bill with the credits earned by selling excess energy back to the grid thanks to the powerful combination of energy storage plus solar. Backing up your essential appliances is a breeze with energy storage and having that backup installed has given so many customers the peace of mind that they deserve.

The future is electric! The future is solar + energy storage by SolarTech. If you’re interested in the energy storage or solar give us a call today at (619) 743-9193. SolarTech has been installing solar for over 20 years and we’re experts in our field.