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Batteries = Security
by Tim Serles
Anyone who was present in
Southern Illinois in early May
of 2009 remembers the unique
storm that hit the region. It
is the only reason many of us
know what a derecho is. The
storm was devastating, many
residents were without power
for two weeks or more. However,
a rare superstorm is hardly the
only event capable of leaving a
family without the energy they
need. Smaller storms, traffic
accidents, and too many other
scenarios to list can knock out
power for days.
Lithium-ion batteries have
revolutionized energy storage.
Predecessors, such as lead-acid
batteries, require a lot of space,
ventilation, and maintenance;
lithium-ion
batteries
are
safe, efficient, and virtually
maintenance-free.
Energy storage paired with
a solar system is a winning
combination for those seeking
security for their families. These
systems are still eligible for the
Federal Investment Tax Credit,
and they generate energy
savings for 25 years. Batteries
can be paired with systems both
large and small to meet the
needs of consumers.
Many families often keep a
small gas-powered generator
around for situations just like
these. Because having enough
power for necessities and a
Currently, AES Solar primarily
few creature comforts provides installs the LG Dry Chem
solace and stability during a
lithium-ion battery. These can
time of crisis.
store 9.8 kilowatt hours (kWh)
Today, batteries are fully of energy, and up to two can be
capable of creating this level paired with a SolarEdge system.
of comfort without refueling or LG offers a 10-year warranty,
repair-prone moving parts. Solar and the batteries have passed
panels allow us to harness the rigorous UL testing for safety
power of the sun, and batteries and effectiveness.
allow us to store it! Solar costs
One battery might not run a
have dropped around 21% over
4 years, and energy storage has whole home, but it will keep the
been following suit. Security refrigerator running, a few lights
through energy storage is on, and devices charged. When
becoming more affordable the grid goes down, you and
everyday, and even more so your loved ones will be glad you
when you own the power purchased security by storing
generated by your solar system. energy.
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