Home Battery Storage: Store Energy, Save Money

What is Home Battery Storage?

Home battery storage systems allow you to store surplus electricity generated by your solar PV panels or from the grid during off-peak hours. This stored energy can be used later, helping you maximise efficiency, reduce costs, and stay powered during outages.

How does Home Battery Storage work?

1. Energy Collection: Excess electricity from your solar PV panels or cheap off-peak grid power is stored in the battery.
2. Energy Storage: The battery holds this energy until it’s needed.
3. Energy Usage: Use stored electricity during peak times, at night, or during a power cut.
4. Smart Management: Many systems come with apps for real-time monitoring and scheduling.

Benefits of Home Battery Storage

• Maximise Solar Savings: Store excess solar energy instead of exporting it to the grid.
• Lower Energy Bills: Use stored power when electricity prices are higher.
• Energy Independence: Reduce reliance on the grid and protect yourself from price hikes.
• Backup Power: Keep your home running during power outages.
• Eco-Friendly: Use more of your renewable energy, reducing waste and your carbon footprint.

Government Incentives

Although specific grants for battery storage are currently limited, pairing your battery with solar PV systems can make you eligible for schemes like the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG), enabling you to earn money by selling unused energy back to the grid.