Maximize Solar Power Savings: As the graph above shows, most of the power is consumed when the solar is not producing. For example, you can see this at breakfast before the sun truly rises and in the evening after the sun has set, indicating that a standard solar power system cannot adequately cover this consumption. The majority of the solar power generated during the day is in the green section and is surplus to the needs of the home, so it is sent back to the grid at a very low rate. To get the most out of solar energy, it should be stored so that it can be consumed when it is needed, not when it is generated.

Nobody enjoys being without power, as well as with a standard grid-connected solar power system If there is a blackout or brownout and no power is available from the grid, the solar power system will also shut down. Because the solar inverter is a grid-connected inverter, it requires access to the grid in order to function. With most hybrid solar inverters and the Tesla Powerwall, it is possible to have backup power from the battery storage and solar panels. This is a fantastic feature because when the power goes out, your batteries will power your home, giving you added security and energy independence. No more spoiled food because a fridge or freezer lost power during a power outage!