Export energy storage for home use

How much do solar panels cost to export?

Find out which energy companies have the best rates. The amount you can get paid for exporting energy from your solar panels varies from a paltry 1p to as much as 40p per kWh. That means that if you've got solar panels, choosing the best export tariff could earn you hundreds of pounds extra in payments every year.

Can solar energy be exported back into the National Grid?

But that excess energy can be used elsewhere, by exporting it back into the National Grid, which then distributes it to wherever it is needed. The good news for solar panel owners is that large energy companies are obliged to pay for the excess energy that is exported, under the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme.

Do solar panels have a Smart Export Guarantee (SEG)?

The good news for solar panel owners is that large energy companies are obliged to pay for the excess energy that is exported, under the Smart Export Guarantee (SEG) scheme. What is the Smart Export Guarantee?

What is the best energy tariff for importing & exporting?

The Octopus Flux is the next best option for importing and exporting energy. This works with all solar panels and battery systems. It’s another variable tariff allowing you to access cheap energy between 2-5am, allowing you to charge up your battery. On Octopus Flux, the best time to sell your excess energy to the grid is between 4-7pm.

How do I sell excess energy back to the grid?

To get the most out selling excess energy back to the grid, you can use a combination of the tips and best practices below: More solar panels – The larger your solar PV array, the more energy you will be generating. Of course, this will cost more initially.

How much energy can a battery store?

For most battery systems, there's a limit to how much energy you can store. To store more, you need additional batteries. Even if you don't pull electricity from your battery, it will slowly lose its charge over time.