Thursday, 25th May 2023
Storing Solar energy: Solar energy is one of the most promising sources of renewable energy.
However, its intermittency has been a challenge for its widespread adoption.
To overcome this challenge, energy storage systems have been developed to store excess solar energy during the day.
It is then released during times of high demand or when the sun is not shining.
In this blog post, we will explore the importance of storing solar energy and the various technologies used for energy storage.
The Importance of Storing Solar Energy
Storing solar energy is crucial for several reasons.
Firstly, solar energy is an intermittent source of energy.
This means that it can only be generated during the day when the sun is shining.
This makes it difficult to rely on solar energy alone to meet the energy demands of a household or a business.
Secondly, energy storage systems can help reduce the strain on the grid during times of high demand.
By storing excess solar energy during the day, energy storage systems can release it during peak hours.
This reduces the need for fossil fuel-based power plants to meet the demand.
Technologies Used for Energy Storage
There are some fantastic and extremely effective technologies used for energy storage, each with its own advantages and disadvantages.
Some of the most common technologies for home and business use include:
Batteries
Batteries are the most commonly used technology for energy storage. We work with Fox ESS to provide the highest standard of product to our customers.
They are reliable, efficient, and can be used for a variety of applications.
Lithium-ion batteries are the most popular type of battery used for energy storage.
However, other types of batteries, such as lead-acid and flow batteries, are also used.
Myenergi Eddi
We work with some of the finest designers and manufacturers of renewable energy products on the market today. Myenergi is just one of them!
Solar PV owners without an eddi, waste large amounts of their self-generated energy by giving any unused electricity freely, or cheaply back to the grid.
eddi ensures that you are maximising the consumption of all your own self-generated solar / wind energy by diverting it to be used within your own property, such as to power heating systems, heat water or maximise the efficiency of a heat pump.
Solar Immersion Controllers
The Solar iBoost is ingenious!
When your PV solar generates electricity, any excess energy is normally exported to the grid, without the use of batteries.
When connected to a Solar iBoost+, it begins to receive messages from the Sender. It detects when excess energy is available and the sender wirelessly sends a signal to the Solar iBoost+ to activate water heating. When activated, the iBoost+ intelligently controls and adjusts the level of energy flowing to your immersion heater in line with the export levels.
Conclusion
Storing solar energy is crucial for the widespread adoption of solar energy.
Energy storage systems can help reduce the strain on the grid during times of high demand.
This, in turn, will provide a reliable source of energy when the sun is not shining.
There are some great technologies used for energy storage.
As we continue to move towards a more sustainable future, energy storage systems will play a crucial role in achieving our goals.
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