What Happens To Unused Solar Energy?

If solar panels generate more electricity than the property needs at that moment, the excess energy may be exported back to the grid.

Battery storage can help homeowners store more of their own electricity and use it later when it is needed most.

Solar panels generate electricity during daylight hours.

For many homes, this often happens when energy demand is lower because people may be at work, school or away from the property.

When a home does not use all the electricity being generated, the excess energy may be exported back to the grid.

Later in the day, the same household may need to buy electricity back from the grid when demand increases.

A home battery can store excess solar energy generated during the day.

That stored electricity can then be used in the evening, overnight or when household energy demand is higher.

Solar panels and battery storage can work together to help homeowners generate, store and use electricity more intelligently.

Discover how battery storage could help your home make better use of renewable energy.