In short: as easy as a plugin solar kit.
There are different types of storage systems, can be divided into these main categories:
Storage for already installed plugin solar kits
If you already have a plug-in solar kit or another solar installation installed, you can add a storage system without modifying your panels or microinverter.
These systems work together with your existing setup and store surplus solar energy for later use.
Current compatible solutions include:
All storage systems require a Smart Meter to monitor energy flows, detect surplus production and manage grid usage when needed.
Smart kits (with storage)
If you want to install solar panels and storage at the same time, a Smart Kit is the easiest option.
Smart kits combine:
- solar panels,
- storage systems,
- mounting structures and cables.
They allow you to produce, store and use solar energy in a simple plug & play way.
Standalone storage systems
Standalone storage systems do not require a direct connection to solar panels.
They connect to a standard household socket and:
- store surplus energy produced by your solar installation,
- charge and discharge through your home’s electricity network,
- can also be charged with grid energy, for example during low-cost tariff periods or if no solar panels are installed.
A Smart Meter is required to manage energy flows correctly.