Fox 12kWh Battery stem completed in Gorleston
Location: Gorleston, Norfolk
Property Type: Detached Bungalow
Installation Type: Battery Storage Upgrade to Existing Solar PV System
Inverter: Fox ESS Hybrid Inverter
Battery: Fox ESS EP12 Battery Storage
Customer Challenge
This homeowner already had an existing solar panel system that was generating plenty of renewable electricity throughout the day. However, much of that energy was being exported back to the grid because there wasn’t enough daytime electricity demand within the property.
Although they were receiving payments for exported electricity, the export tariff offered limited financial return compared to the cost of buying electricity back later in the evening. The customer wanted to make better use of the energy they were already producing by storing it for when it was needed most.
They were also keen to take advantage of cheaper off-peak electricity tariffs during the winter months, allowing the battery to charge overnight when solar generation is lower.
GLANtech Solar Solution
Rather than replacing the existing solar PV system, we upgraded it with a Fox ESS Hybrid Inverter and a Fox ESS EP12 Battery Storage System, transforming the way the household manages its energy.
The new battery automatically stores excess solar generation during the day instead of exporting it to the grid. Once the sun goes down, the stored electricity is used to power the home, reducing the need to purchase electricity at peak-rate prices.
The hybrid inverter also enables the customer to charge the battery using low cost off-peak electricity when required, ensuring the home continues to benefit from reduced energy costs throughout the year.
The customer chose GLANtech Solar because we offered a competitive, transparent quotation and a professional service from a trusted local company. Compared with national installers, and even several local electrical contractors, we were able to provide a better value solution without compromising on quality or workmanship.
The Outcome
By adding battery storage to their existing solar installation, the homeowner is now making far better use of the renewable energy they generate.
Instead of exporting large amounts of surplus electricity for a relatively low return, excess solar energy is stored and used to power the home during the evening and overnight. This has significantly reduced reliance on electricity imported from the grid while improving the overall value of the existing solar system.
The ability to charge the battery using lower-cost off-peak electricity also provides additional savings during the darker winter months, giving the customer greater flexibility, increased energy independence and improved long-term returns from their solar investment.
