Solar Inception SolaGRID renewable energy storage

Solar Inception has released a smart renewable energy storage solution that can capture energy from multiple sources, including solar, wind, hydro, diesel Genset and the grid, and then use the stored energy on demand. SolaGRID ESS is a fully integrated and expandable lead acid gel energy storage system suitable for stand-alone (off-grid) or grid-coupled operation. Available in eight models, the system offers from 4.6 to 8 kW power supply capacity in 10 and 20 kWh modular units.

SolaGRID ESS is packaged in an aesthetic, weatherproof enclosure that can withstand extreme climate conditions. Quick to connect via a few AC cables, the modular design accommodates storage for small to large green energy systems and storage capacity can be easily expanded as power needs grow.

There are two iterations of the unit: an off-grid stand-alone solution which stores energy when renewable power generation is abundant and uses stored energy when generation is insufficient. The grid-coupled SolaGRID ESS unit saves power from the grid during off-peak times when the price of power is low, then supplies the stockpiled energy at peak demand time, when the price of energy is high. The net result in both instances is to reduce the overall price of electric power, while optimising the use of lower-cost renewable energy.

The systems are built to perform efficiently and consistently for prolonged periods; for example, over the entire life cycle of a solar energy system. Each system comprises SMA Sunny Island/Sunny Backup inverters and BAE Secura Solar batteries and is built in accordance with stringent safety, system design, installation and maintenance standards, including AS 3000, AS 4509, AS 4086 compliance and NPER/RPEQ/CPEng/CEC certification.

Available models include: 4.6 kW stand-alone models with 10 or 20 kWh, 5 kW stand-alone models with 10 or 20 kWh, 6 kW stand-alone models with 10 or 20 kWh and 5 kW grid-coupled models with 10 or 20 kWh.