CAN I JUST USE SOLAR PANELS AND GET BY WITHOUT SOLAR BATTERIES?
Yes! There you go, I just saved you some money. Or maybe that will cost you in the long run. Read on to learn more.
It is possible to go solar without the use of batteries; that’s the simple truth. With solar power though it is prudent to look at things with a long-term perspective.
While some may be hesitant at spending on batteries if done correctly, such as being installed by a qualified solar battery installer, the savings and benefits will overtake that initial outlay. Think of a sprinter like Tyson Gay (I already used Usain in a previous blog post,) vs a long-distance legend like Mo Farah in a marathon. Tyson will of course smash Mo in the initial 100, 200 stretch then start to tire out as the multiple gold medal winner catches up, overtakes, and smoothly runs the course home. The panels collect and provide short-term energy while the batteries take you the rest of the distance. Perhaps they’re more like a relay team than competitors, with the panels and the batteries working together to bring you a win.
Solar batteries are the solar panel’s coordinating energy storage system. Having your collected energy stored gives you more independence and power (pun intended,) over energy companies. This independence helps you to save money and reduce energy costs. What a satisfying feeling it is to be less dependent on traditional power delivery and on those who provide it. Especially with electricity costs skyrocketing recently with no signs of slowing down.
With the unpredictable weather we’ve been having where we can have a week of sunny days followed by a week of clouds and rain, having batteries for energy storage becomes an even greater asset.
This blog is brought to you by Enewabl, the energy storage specialists. There are a few different types of batteries out there so talk to us about your options and we’ll help you to set your mind at ease.