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Solar Battery Solutions
 

A solar battery stores energy from your solar panels. It’s like having a backup of electricity for when you need it most. This means you can have a reliable energy supply, even on a cloudy day. Use it to boil the kettle, charge your phone or even run a hot bath.

If you live in York, you can get a government grant to help you pay for one. Our advisors can help you select the right solar battery for your home and explain how to get it installed. They can also explain how to apply for a grant, making it more affordable to enjoy the benefits of solar.

What is a solar battery?

Store energy for later use

Save on your utility bills

Lower your carbon footprint

We recommend these types of Solar Batteries for homes in York:

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Most homes in York are great for air source heat pumps.

These pumps take heat from the air and transfer it to your water and radiators.

The hot water then goes around the house to heat taps and radiators.

Air Source Heat Pump explained

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Solar batteries explained

When you need more power than your panels produce, at night or on cloudy days, the battery kicks in.

 Solar batteries make solar systems more reliable and efficient. This is perfect for those dark winter evenings in York.

Solar panels capture sunlight and turn it into electricity. A solar battery stores this electricity for later use in your home.

What do solar batteries look like and where will they fit in your house:

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Solar batteries are compact units. They are typically around one meter wide and one to two meters tall, depending on how much power they produce. This is about the size of an average fridge freezer.

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Solar Panels on Roof

Our advisors can help you find the best location for your solar battery. You can store them anywhere in your home. The battery is wired neatly to your solar panels, keeping things organised. Most people prefer to keep them in their garage, utility room, or even in a cupboard.

Installing Solar Panels

More information

  • The cost to install solar batteries can vary based on a few factors:

    • The battery type

    • Its lifespan and size

    • The quality of the battery

     

    This typically ranges from £2,500 to £10,000.

     

    (Based on July 2024 costs).

  • Savings
    Two-bedroom terraced
    Three-bedroom semi-detached
    Three-bedroom semi-detached
    Savings in one year
    £440
    £660
    £1,005
    Savings in 25 years
    £11,000
    £16,500
    £27,500
    How long until you see these savings?
    Nine years
    Eight years
    Ten years

    Running costs for your solar battery depend on its size and how you use it. Savings on your energy bill will also depend on the system you’re replacing and how many solar panels you have.

    Here’s how much you could save with solar panels and a battery:

  • Average installation time:

     Around half a day

  • Here’s how many kilograms of CO2 emissions you could save every hour by switching to solar panels with a battery:

    Switch From
    coal
    Natural gas
    Solar panels with a battery
    Average CO2 per Kilowatt hour (gCO@e/KWH)
    820 grams
    490 grams
    30-50 grams

    This means that solar power makes about as much emissions in one day as coal does in just one hour. And that’s including emissions from battery storage.

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    Even though there are some emissions during production, solar panels and batteries are still a more efficient energy choice.

    (Source: IPCC – Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change)

Click to see if you are eligible for financial support to make your home better.

Most homes in York don’t need planning permission for solar. Learn more about planning permission for listed homes.

Find out if you’re eligible for a Green Homes or Energy Efficiency Grant.

Interested?

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Running your solar battery cost-effectively

Solar batteries are a great way to power your home with renewable energy. They can work even better when paired with other solutions.

SMART and Solar Panels

Discover why a solar battery works well with smart systems.

Solar and Insulation

Find out how insulation works with solar panels to reduce energy bills.

Solar and heat Pumps

Find out how to use surplus solar energy to save money on heating.

FAQ's

  • The type of solar battery you need depends on your energy consumption and the size of your home. Our advisors can help you choose the right battery size for your property.

  • Your solar panels soak up sunlight and turn it into electricity. A solar battery stores up all the extra electricity your solar panels collect during the day. This stored energy is then ready to power your home, even when the sun isn't shining in York. The battery helps you get the most out of your solar panels and save more on energy bills.

  • Our advisors can help your solar battery run efficiently with a home assessment. They will help you understand what battery size is right for your home. This makes your battery more efficient and saves you money.

Lower your bills and save money

Join the growing community of solar-powered homes

Earn money from surplus energy

Darren, 35, York

I have future proofed our family home and
it has paid for itself in
under two years

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