What is the return on investment for battery storage?

Electricity costs for businesses remain high even after the energy crisis and there is no reason for them to fall in the coming years. Investing in reducing energy costs therefore makes more sense than ever. However, the key is to combine photovoltaics with battery storage so that the business can "consume" as much of the electricity generated as possible in its own operations.

In this case, companies will save on distribution charges while avoiding the threat of overflows of generated electricity into the grid, where there is a risk of negative electricity prices when sold on the exchange.

Five reasons why it pays to invest smartly in energy storage

If a company is to invest, it logically expects a decent return and subsequent profit on the investment. That's exactly what investing in smart battery storage delivers, not only a profit but also the bonus of reduced CO2 emissions.

1. Short payback period
Investing in PV with conventional storage is worthwhile, but investing in PV panels with smart battery storage, combined with an energy management system (EMS), is an even better choice.

The key factor for maximum efficiency and fast payback is to properly oversize the storage system according to the company's actual consumption.

2.Companies become active market participants
In parallel with the growth of renewable energy, there is a growing interest in active consumer participation in electricity trading. With smart management of battery storage, companies become active participants in the energy market and therefore gain additional passive income.

3.Battery storage is not just a trend but a standard
Flexibility and energy management are increasingly important for every company as stable energy sources are gradually replacing unstable renewable energy sources (solar and wind power). Businesses that prepare for this trend in advance can expect not only savings but also new profit opportunities.

4.Cheap batteries earn much less
Not all battery storage can provide flexibility. Typical examples are cheaper systems with inferior battery cells that can only make money through conventional methods (price arbitrage, shifting consumption over time).

Such storage is often not scalable to a smart version. The financial effect from the services provided is much less than that of smart battery systems that offer the possibility to capitalize on flexibility or the provision of power balance services (SVR).

That's why we offer only high-quality and efficient battery storage systems from leading manufacturers such as KSTAR, Canadian Solar, Solax and others.

5. Profit of around 2000 euros per month
Businesses can benefit more than households from smart energy storage due to higher consumption (and therefore greater savings potential). If battery storage is designed correctly, 1 kWh of installed battery capacity can generate a monthly income of around €20.

With a 100 kWh battery system, a business can then generate a monthly profit of around €2,000.

Other benefits for companies
Smart battery storage reduces energy costs for companies and generates additional revenue from stabilising the energy grid. And because it replaces fossil fuel sources, companies reduce their carbon footprint and improve their ESG profile by investing in battery storage.

Making the right choice with KSTAR
The KSTAR KAC50DP-BC100DE cabinet has passed tests at the Brno University of Technology and will soon be certified. It is one of the first certified A2 three-phase hybrid 50 kW inverters in the country.

The cabinet will be able to be connected to the grid while complying with subsidies.

Safety and reliability

• CATL LFP battery cell
• Double fire protection system design
• Redundant 1+1 design

Simplicity and user-friendliness

• Pre-installed at the factory for easy on-site installation
• Integrated EMS, suitable for a variety of applications
• Hassle-free, cloud-based control