Excess energy produced by a solar energy system can be either stored or sold to the grid. When a solar energy system generates more electricity than is being used, the surplus can be stored in batteries for future use. This stored energy can then be used when the solar panels are not producing enough electricity, such as during cloudy days or at night.
Alternatively, if the solar energy system is connected to the electric grid, the surplus energy can be sent back to the grid. This process is called net metering. Under net metering agreements, the surplus energy is sent to the grid, and the solar system owner receives credits for the electricity they contribute. These credits can be used to offset the electricity consumed from the grid when the solar panels are not generating sufficient power.
By either storing the excess energy or selling it back to the grid, solar energy systems ensure that no energy is wasted. This not only maximizes the efficiency and utilization of solar power, but also allows solar system owners to financially benefit from their surplus generation.
Excess energy generated by a solar energy system can be stored or sold back to the grid. When a solar energy system produces more electricity than is being consumed, the excess energy can be stored in batteries for later use. This stored energy can be utilized during times when the solar panels are not generating enough electricity, such as during nighttime or cloudy days.
Alternatively, if the solar energy system is connected to the electrical grid, the excess energy can be fed back into the grid. This process is known as net metering. In net metering arrangements, the excess energy is fed into the grid, and the owner of the solar system receives credit for the electricity they provide. This credit can then be used to offset the electricity consumed from the grid when the solar panels are not generating enough power.
By either storing excess energy or selling it back to the grid, solar energy systems ensure that no energy goes to waste. This not only maximizes the efficiency and utilization of solar power but also allows solar energy system owners to benefit financially from their excess generation.
Excess energy generated by a solar energy system can be stored in batteries for later use, fed back into the power grid for credit, or wasted if no storage or grid connection is available.
