The Cotswold Solar Company Empowering Energy Independence

"A battery system can provide greater grid independence, reduce electrical costs, and offer backup power during outages. It stores excess solar energy generated during the day for use in the evening." 

• When integrated correctly, electrical energy storage systems (EESS) store electricity your solar panels generate for later use.
• Your home loads will be prioritised first, and the excess energy will be stored.
• This is especially useful when your panels produce more electricity than you need during the day.
• The stored energy is available to satisfy the home loads as required.

"Yes, with a backup gateway, you can power your home during a grid outage if you have a solar and battery storage system. Here's how it works:

1. Battery Backup: When the grid goes down, your battery storage can provide power to your home via the backup gateway. The battery stores excess energy generated by your solar panels during the day and can supply this stored energy when needed.
2. Critical Loads: Most battery systems are designed to power essential or critical loads during an outage, such as lights, refrigerators, and medical equipment. The capacity of your battery will determine how many appliances and devices you can run and for how long.
3. Seamless Transition: Modern battery systems are designed to switch seamlessly between grid power and battery power, ensuring an uninterrupted supply of electricity.
4. Inverter's Role: Some inverters have a built-in feature to manage the transition and ensure that your solar panels can continue to generate power during an outage. Not all inverters have this capability, so it's important to ensure that an installer understands the process.
5. System Size and Capacity: The ability to power your home during an outage will depend on the size and capacity of your solar and battery system. Larger systems with higher capacity batteries can provide power for longer periods.

Having a well-designed solar and battery storage system can provide you with peace of mind and energy independence during unexpected grid outages.Our expertise and experience in designing such systems provides the safety and security a whole home uninterrupted power supply provides."

"The DNO (Distribution Network Operator) allows connections of 3.68kWp via a notification process. Systems above this total will require an application to be made before permissions are granted."

"The DNO (Distribution Network Operator) application process can be time-consuming and requires a depth of knowledge that experience within the industry affords. The experts at the Cotswold Solar Company can act on your behalf to ensure the process is completed promptly with predictable outcomes."

"If you feel confident in the process, you can handle the application yourself. If you require assistance, our applications team is available to provide expert guidance. Alternatively, we can assign a dedicated team member to manage the application on your behalf." 

"Installing Solar PV and Energy Storage Systems (EESS) is a bespoke solution tailored to your unique energy demands and home environment, including the available installation locations. At The Cotswold Solar Company, we are dedicated to providing the best advice and consultation process to ensure our customers are well-informed and confident in making key decisions. We strive to create tailored solutions that meet both your present and future energy needs."