Energy Storage Systems

Grid-Tied System:

A grid-tied system is a basic solar installation that uses a standard grid-tied inverter and does not have any battery storage. This is perfect for customers who are already on the grid and want to add solar to their house. These systems can qualify for state and federal incentives which help to pay for the system. Grid-tied systems are simple to design and are very cost effective because they have relatively few components. The main objective of a grid-tied system is to lower your energy bill and benefit from solar incentives.

Grid-Hybrid System:

Grid tied system with battery back-up, otherwise known as a grid-hybrid system. This type of system is ideal for customers who are already on the grid who know that they want to have battery back-up.

Battery based grid-tied systems provide power during an outage and you can store energy for use in an emergency. You can back up essential loads such as lighting and appliances when the power is out. You can also use energy during peak demand times because you can store the energy in your battery bank for later use.

Off-Grid System:

PV systems that are not connected to the electricity grid but instead rely on battery storage to supply energy when the sun is not shining.