Does a home battery storage system work without solar?

Yes! A home battery storage system isn’t just an amazing investment if you already have solar panels, it can work with energy generated from wind, solar or even from the grid.

If you’re not sure if a smart battery storage system, like libbi, is right for you, then read on to find out why it’s a great choice no matter how your energy is generated.

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Will a home battery storage system save me money without solar panels?

We all know that you can save hundreds, if not thousands, of euros on your energy bills every year by choosing to switch to solar panels. If you’re someone who already has solar panels, then you’ll know that storing excess energy generated through your panels will allow you to make even bigger savings.

However, when it comes to using a home battery storage system without solar panels it can seem quite daunting. After all, how can you save money when you’re paying for the energy which is being stored in the battery?

This is where it pays to choose to switch to a smart energy plan with variable costs per kW of energy rather than a static cost. By choosing to use a variable tariff, an average 3-bedroom home in Ireland could see savings of €635.88 per year by charging their home battery storage system and then using the energy stored to power their home during peak prices.

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How does a home battery storage system work without solar?

You might be a little confused as to how battery storage can work with energy supplied from the grid. We could get very technical here and explain the exact chemical processes that happen to the battery which enables it to store energy, but we know it’ll sound boring and probably send you off to sleep.

Instead, think of your battery storage system as a giant rechargeable battery, just like the one in any electric vehicle or even in your mobile phone. Your battery storage system, just like your EV or mobile phone, can hold onto energy and then release it when you need it.

This is when you turn on the car and start driving in the example of your EV battery; whereas in your home battery storage system, this could be when you boil the kettle or put the TV on. With a single 5kWh libbi module, you could be storing enough energy to power a three-bedroom house for 144 hours or watch TV for 89 consecutive hours.

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What if my needs change?

If you’re thinking about investing in solar panels for your home at a later time, choosing the right home battery storage system now could save you lots of hassle (and money) down the line. With libbi, you can add solar panels and use libbi as the required inverter for your solar panel system.

Whether you’re considering solar panels or not, your needs might change as your home evolves. Your energy usage might increase if your family grows in size or even if you simply start spending more time at home. Although some battery storage systems are sold in specific sizes right away, choosing libbi with its modular design will allow you to increase your battery storage capabilities as you need.

If you move house, your battery storage system belongs to you and not the home. This means you can take your battery storage system with you into your new home without having to pay for a whole new system. You will need to spend some money having this moved correctly, but this would be considerably cheaper than buying a whole new unit.

No matter what might change in your life, you will likely need electricity. As energy prices keep creeping up, taking advantage of installing a home battery storage system now might save you thousands in the future.

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I’m still not sure what I need for my house.

If you’re still not sure exactly what you might need for your home, then this might be a good time to get in touch with one of our knowledgeable advisors who can talk you through your household needs. Every home is different which does mean that you will likely have unique questions which we can talk through with you before you make your decision.

The good thing about choosing a smart home battery storage system, like libbi, is that you can control your system from the myenergi app on your phone. As well as this, libbi will also communicate with the grid to ensure you’re getting energy at the right times and will advise you on how often to charge and discharge your battery to ensure longevity in your device.

As with all of the products in the myenergi range, libbi works with zappi to charge your electric car at the most cost-effective, convenient times, and eddi to use any excess energy to heat water in your home. Choosing libbi will allow you to monitor your savings and to ensure you have a system that works for you and is tailored to your needs.

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