Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) allow homeowners to store electricity and use it when required. This means you can charge the batteries with electricity from the grid at off-peak times (using cheaper rates!). And then use (or ‘discharge’) that electricity during peak hours – saving energy and money.
You can also store excess electricity generated by renewable technologies such as solar panels. So when the sun goes down you can still power your home with clean energy. This technology can be be integrated with electric heating too; using heat battery boilers that store electricity from the grid at off-peak rates, or surplus energy generated from solar panels.
The battery systems use smart features and can be programmed to switch automatically to the cheapest options. The technology is designed to integrate with existing electricity networks (homes and the National Grid). Installation can be done in a day or two. It’s essential to choose a professional, qualified electrician to install the system, handle any permits (eg DNO paperwork) and ensure it is safe and compliant with regulations.
Battery storage systems help homeowners reduce their bills, cut carbon emissions, and increase their energy security – providing backup power during black-outs or outages. They offer cheap, reliable electricity available day and night.
